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Jawun APS Secondment Program

The program provides opportunities for APS Level 6 and above employees to complete a secondment in Indigenous organisations in communities across Australia

APSC Disability action plan 2016-19

The Australian Public Service Commission (the Commission) aims to improve the working life of people with disability by expanding employment opportunities, developing the capability of employees with disability, increasing the representation rates and fostering an inclusive culture for people with disability.

What we offer

As a small agency you will be valued for your unique capabilities and we will seek to provide you opportunities for growth and development.

APS Professions

A formal professions model established to increase APS workforce capability for employees in critical areas of the APS.

APSC enterprise agreement 2018-21

The Australian Public Service Enterprise Agreement 2018-21 (AG2018/3263) was approved by the Fair Work Commission on 31 October 2018

8. Frequently asked questions: cracking the code

Apply directly for jobs advertised in the Public Service Gazette at www.APSjobs.gov.au

7. The interview and other assessment: cracking the code

Once applications have closed, your application will be assessed against the requirements of the job and compared with other applicants to make a short-list of those applicants who are suitable, or most suitable, to be considered further.

6. People with disability: cracking the code

The APS encourages and values diversity by supporting workplace cultures based on fair and equitable treatment of employees.

5. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people: cracking the code

Workplace diversity makes a major contribution to the capability of the APS and we are looking for more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to work at all levels.

4. Entry level jobs: cracking the code

The APS offers career opportunities for people who have previously worked in the private, community or other government sectors

3. Applying for an APS job: cracking the code

APS job ads usually include the following, which will help you decide if it is the right job to apply for

2. About jobs in the APS: cracking the code

APS agencies run their own recruitment processes. Agencies advertise jobs in the Public Service Gazette on www.APSjobs.gov.au

1. The big picture: Cracking the code

There are three levels of government in Australia—local, state/territory and Australian (or Commonwealth/Federal) Government. Each state and territory government is supported by its own public service, with the Australian Public Service (APS) being part of the Australian Government.

Commissioner's directions

The Australian Public Service Commissioner Peter Woolcott has released amendments to the Australian Public Service Commissioner’s Directions 2016.

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Workplace Relations

The Government has released a comprehensive approach to workplace relations in the Commonwealth – the Public Sector Workplace Relations Policy 2023

Acknowledgement of Country

The APSC acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to Elders both past and present.