The Key Selection Criteria outline the qualities, knowledge and skills needed to do the job. You will need to write short statements that sell your specific capabilities for each of the criterion. It is important to include specific examples or situations where you have demonstrated the behaviour, knowledge, skills and personal qualities asked for in the KSC.
Key Selection Criteria may not apply to all roles of council. Please check the job advert and position description to find any KSC requirements.
We assess all candidates for our jobs fairly and consistently and make selections based on merit. We do this by using the KSC given to all candidates to assess their ability to perform in a role. KSC are clearly outlined in the Position Description/job advertisement so you know what’s required.
Please note: Your application will not be progressed if you fail to submit responses to the required KSC.
Describing how you meet KSC ensures we capture all information about your suitability for a position. KSC vary among employers and jobs. Traditionally, they are statements combining skills, knowledge, experience and personal qualities.
For example:
“Ability to develop and maintain systems and processes for mail distribution and storage of publications and brochures”
“Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and remain tolerant”
Increasingly, KSC are based on key capabilities.
For example:
‘Resilience – Perseveres to achieve goals, even in the face of obstacles. Copes with setbacks. Stays calm under pressure. Accepts constructive criticism without becoming defensive.’
‘Problem Solving – Seeks all relevant facts. Liaises with stakeholders. Analyses issues from different perspectives and draws sound inferences from available data. Identifies and proposes workable solutions.’