You may be asked to complete:

  • Selection criteria responses
  • Targeted questions
  • Statement of claims
  • Suitability statements
  • Written pitches
  • Capability-based questions
  • Pre-screening questions
  • Expressions of interest
  • A tailored government resume
  • A targeted cover letter

A strong government application needs to do more than simply state that you possess a skill.

Where appropriate, your responses should provide specific evidence and relevant examples demonstrating what you did, how you approached the situation and the result you achieved.

Our government selection criteria writing service helps you identify suitable examples from your career and develop responses that directly address the requirements of the advertised position.

Where suitable, we use structured approaches such as the STAR method – Situation, Task, Action and Result – to help present clear evidence of your capabilities and achievements.

Most importantly, your responses remain based on your real experience and are tailored specifically to the position you’re applying for.

NEW TO GOVERNMENT JOBS? WE CAN HELP WITH EVERYTHING

Our professional government application writing service can assist with:

Statement of Claims – including 500, 700 and 1,000-word statements, depending on the requirements of the advertised position.

Suitability Statements – including one and two-page statements addressing your suitability, experience and relevant capabilities.

Targeted Questions – responses to government application questions, including common 200–300 word responses where specified by the employer.

Pre-Screening Questions – assistance addressing questions included within online application systems.

Selection Criteria – responses for Australian Government, state government, local government and other organisations requiring specific criteria to be addressed.

Written Pitches – concise, targeted responses demonstrating why you’re suitable for the position.

Government Resumes – resumes tailored specifically towards the advertised role and government application requirements.

Government Cover Letters – targeted cover letters addressing your suitability, experience and motivation for applying.

Our Government Application Writing Services are for:

Australian Public Service – APS

Assistance with applications across APS classifications, including APS1–APS6, Executive Level 1 and Executive Level 2 opportunities.

We can help with resumes, written pitches, statements of claims, selection criteria and other application requirements specified by the relevant agency.

NSW Government

Applications tailored to the role description, key accountabilities, focus capabilities, challenges and other requirements outlined in the advertisement.

We can assist with targeted questions, cover letters, resumes and capability-based application responses.

State & Territory Government

Application assistance for government positions throughout Australia, including Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, the ACT and Northern Territory.

Local Government & Council Roles

Professional assistance with resumes, cover letters, selection criteria and statements for council and local government positions.

NSW Police Force & Australian Federal Police

Assistance with suitable application documents and written responses where required by the advertised recruitment process.

Health

Government health applications across administration, nursing, allied health, management, project, program, policy and other professional areas.

Education

Applications for government education, schools, administration, teaching, leadership, project and support positions.

Australian Defence & Government Agencies

Application support for suitable civilian and government opportunities.

IT, Digital, Cyber, Finance, HR, Policy, Projects, Administration & More

We assist applicants from a wide range of professional backgrounds and career levels.

Australia-Wide Government Application Writing Service

While Resumes To You is based in Sydney, our Government Application Writing Service Australia-wide means you don’t need to attend a face-to-face appointment.

We assist clients throughout Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Adelaide, Perth, Newcastle, Wollongong, the Gold Coast and regional Australia.

Our service can be completed by email and phone, making professional government application assistance available wherever you’re located.

TURNAROUND TIMES

Our standard turnaround time for draft documents is generally 5–10 working days from purchase and receipt of all required information, subject to current bookings and the complexity of the application.

If your government application has an urgent closing date, an Express 24–48 Hour Turnaround Service may be available for an additional fee, subject to availability.

Please contact us before purchasing an express service so we can confirm your deadline can be accommodated.

Once you receive your draft in Word and/or PDF format, review the documents carefully and provide any requested comments, clarification or additional information.

Revisions are then completed in accordance with the terms of your selected service.

WORK METHOD

How to Get Your FREE No-Obligation Assessment & Quote

Not sure which government application service you need?

Send us your application details and we’ll review the requirements before recommending the most suitable service.

1

SEND US THE JOB ADVERTISEMENT OR APPLICATION PACK

Email us a copy of the job advertisement, role description, application pack and any selection criteria, targeted questions or written application requirements.

Alternatively, send us the link to the advertised position together with the:

  • Job title
  • Department or agency
  • Vacancy or reference number
  • Application closing date

2

SEND US YOUR CURRENT RESUME

Provide a copy of your current resume or CV where available.

Your resume helps us understand your career history, skills, qualifications and professional background.

If additional information or examples are required to address the application effectively, we’ll let you know what is needed.

3

WE REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

We’ll review the advertised role, application instructions and your existing resume in detail.

We’ll then advise what documents or responses are required and provide you with a quotation for the appropriate government job application writing service.

There is no obligation to proceed after receiving your assessment and quote.

Contact Resumes To You today for your free government application assessment.

2 TARGETED QUESTIONS

$189

Targeted Questions – Assistance addressing two targeted questions of approximately 200–300 words per question, or to the word limit specified in the application.

OR

Pre-Screening Questions – Assistance addressing two online pre-screening or application questions based on the advertised role.

Tailored Responses – Each response is written around your actual skills, experience, achievements and examples.

STAR Method – Where appropriate, examples are structured using the Situation, Task, Action and Result approach to clearly demonstrate your experience.

Capability Alignment – Responses are tailored towards the relevant role requirements, focus capabilities or other assessment criteria specified in the application.

Job-Specific – Your responses are written specifically for the advertised position rather than using generic answers.

Drafts – Standard turnaround for drafts is generally 5–10 working days from purchase and receipt of all required information, subject to current bookings.

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COVER LETTER AND 2 TARGETED QUESTIONS

$271

1-Page Cover Letter – A professionally written and tailored cover letter addressing your relevant experience, strengths, motivation and suitability for the advertised government position.

2 Targeted Questions – Assistance addressing two targeted or pre-screening questions, generally 200–300 words per response or according to the advertised word limit.

Tailored Examples – Responses are developed using your actual professional experience, achievements and relevant examples.

STAR Method – Where appropriate, responses use Situation, Task, Action and Result to demonstrate your capabilities clearly.

Capability Alignment – Your cover letter and responses are tailored towards the role description and relevant capability requirements.

Complete Application Support – The cover letter and targeted responses are written to complement each other and present a consistent application.

Drafts – Standard turnaround for drafts is generally 5–10 working days from purchase and receipt of all required information, subject to current bookings.

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500 & 700 WORD STATEMENT’S

$230

Statement of Claims or Suitability Statement – A professionally written 500–700 word statement tailored to the requirements of the advertised government position.

Your statement can address relevant areas such as:

  • Strategic thinking and direction
  • Achieving results
  • Building productive working relationships
  • Personal drive and integrity
  • Communication and influence
  • Leadership
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Customer service
  • Problem solving
  • Project or program delivery

The exact capabilities addressed will depend on the actual requirements of the position rather than using a generic set of capabilities for every application.

STAR Method – Where appropriate, relevant examples are developed using Situation, Task, Action and Result.

Your statement can also include:

  • The position you’re applying for
  • Why you’re interested in the opportunity
  • Your relevant career background
  • Key skills and experience
  • Specific examples and achievements
  • Your suitability for the role
  • Alignment with the advertised requirements

Every statement is tailored using your own experience and the requirements of the position.

Drafts – Standard turnaround for drafts is generally 5–10 working days from purchase and receipt of all required information, subject to current bookings.

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1000 WORD STATEMENT

$262

Statement of Claims or Suitability Statement – A professionally written statement of up to 1,000 words addressing the advertised application requirements, capabilities and your suitability for the position.

Depending on the role, your statement may demonstrate areas such as:

  • Strategic thinking
  • Achieving results
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Productive working relationships
  • Personal drive and integrity
  • Communication and influence
  • Leadership and management
  • Customer service
  • Project and program delivery
  • Problem solving and decision-making

The content is tailored to the specific requirements of the advertised position.

STAR Method – Where appropriate, your examples are structured using Situation, Task, Action and Result to demonstrate what you personally contributed and achieved.

Your statement can also include:

  • The role you’re applying for
  • Why you’re interested in the opportunity
  • Your relevant career history
  • Professional strengths
  • Relevant achievements
  • Specific examples demonstrating your capabilities
  • Your suitability for the position
  • Alignment with the organisation and role requirements

Your statement is written around your real skills, experience and achievements, helping create a personalised response rather than a generic government application.

Drafts – Standard turnaround for drafts is generally 5–10 working days from purchase and receipt of all required information, subject to current bookings.

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