Ensure your application contains:

• A front cover letter
• An updated Resume
• Copies of any relevant qualifications
• Copies of compliance documents: Working with Children Card – Ochre Card and National Criminal History Check
• At least two work related references

Selection

VDRC selection is based on the merit principle defined as “the capacity of the person to perform particular duties, having regard to the person’s knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience and the potential for future development of the person”. Merit is determined through a fair and transparent assessment process.

Recruitment Process

1. Applications are assessed on merit by a selection panel and a short list is created to identify those applicants who warrant further consideration.
2. At interview the selection panel will ask a series of questions in line with the selection criteria and specific duties of the position.
3. Nominated referees may be contacted to obtain more information about you.
4. The preferred applicant will be notified.
5. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified.

Criminal History Checks

For all vacancies successful applicants will be required to provide a copy of their current (Issued within the last 3 months) criminal history check upon commencement. If the applicant is unable to, a copy of the receipt of submission is required.

Working with Children Clearance 

For some vacancies successful applicants will be required to obtain a working with children clearance upon commencement. If it is an essential requirement of the position you will be unable to commence until a valid clearance has been produced.