How do you answer a Star selection criteria?
Example selection criteria using STAR
- Criterion: Demonstrated problem solving skills and initiative.
- Situation – where, when, and context of your example.
- Task – the task or problem to be solved.
- Action – how you solved the problem, fulfilled the task or handled the situation.
What is a criteria response?
They are used by the employer to shortlist applicants for the interview process. Responding to selection criteria also gives you a chance to assess whether you really want the job and how suited you are for the position.
What makes a good el1?
Values specialist expertise and capitalises on the expert knowledge and skills of others. Establishes clear plans and timeframes for project implementation and outlines specific activities. Responds in a positive and flexible manner to change and uncertainty. Shares information with others and assists them to adapt.
What makes a good EL1?
What should I look for in an EL1?
‘Strategic thinking’ as an EL1 is a crucial skill that you must practice and model at every opportunity. Relevantly, an assessor will want to see that you are comfortable taking highly complex subject matter and producing work that supports – and drives progress towards – high-level strategic Departmental goals.
What happens at the EL1 level in APS?
EL1 is the key transition point for an APS officer from subject matter specialist to manager. At this level, you are expected to take on a more strategic role in the execution of your section’s duties, while also (usually) taking on responsibility for the management and mentoring of officer-level staff.
How are selection criteria used in the APS?
Selection criteria in the APS While selection criteria are used in the private sector, the APS takes it to a whole other level. Selection criteria are a crucial and integral part of the APS recruitment process, and that’s why it’s so important to really understand them and how to respond to them if you want to get a job in the APS.
What happens when you move from EL1 to EL2?
When moving from EL1 to EL2 there is an increase on leadership, inspiring a sense of purpose and direction, thinking in terms of the business unit, organisation and whole of government agency, anticipating issues, identifying risks, breaking through problems, achieving results, cultivating relationships and negotiating.
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