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ACT Government

3.9
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Application Process & Interviews at ACT Government

7.8
7.8 rating for Recruitment, based on 26 reviews
Please describe the interview process and assessments.
Hiring process was excellent. Out of the jobs/programs I applied for they were the only company that actually rang me about my arthritis and asked what they could do to accommodate me in the process and make it as painless as possible. This meant a lot to me as in one of the other's I applied for they made me take a 3-hour written test, despite me informing them and having the documentation to support that I am incapable of that, which then resulted in me not being able to move my hands for 4 weeks.
Graduate, Canberra
my interview process was for a graduate position. I had a couple of (psychometric ) questionnaires and an interview. There was also a group activity. the process was relatively painless and the panel warm and thoughtful.
Graduate, Canberra
Interview had two parts: 1. Group Assessment: We were given the Chief Minister's Statement of Ambition for Canberra, and was told to come up with a solution/idea to one of the missions. 2. Panel Interview. Digital interview in front of 3 to 4 ACT Gov Employees. Was given the Q's 5 minutes before the start of the interview.
Graduate, Canberra
From a graduate recruitment process perspective, I went through a very long and vigorous processes. It took almost six months to complete the whole hiring process. First, we had to submit a three-hundred-word document which was then followed by 45-minute psychometric test. The next round was group virtual assessment and finally an individual virtual assessment by the panel members.
Graduate, Canberra
Very lengthy process.
Graduate, Canberra
The hiring process for the graduate program was very delayed; we often received information very last minute, and many people did not know their first rotations until a few days before we started work. We had one individual interview and one group activity, as well as one written task. The interviews themselves were very comfortable. You get given the questions a few minutes in advance so you can think about them and prepare your examples/answers. This really takes the stress out of it. My interview panel was also very lovely and supportive.
Graduate, Canberra
assessment center, group discussion, and interview.
Graduate, Canberra
The grad program recruitment period took many months which made it difficult to plan for the future. Many months of recruitment makes it hard to find work in the meantime as you don't know if you will get the job or not.
Graduate, Canberra
The graduate program interview process is very lengthy. There will be assessment test including the game based and group. Then the successful candidate was contacted for the interview. After the selection, the graduate program will be started. the graduate has to work in three different areas within the ACT Government. And need to do performance development plan and probation report in each rotation. After successful completion in each rotation and meeting the criteria of the graduate program, the graduate gets the permanent position after 10 months in the home directorate.
Graduate, Canberra
I really can't comment. Seems fair and thorough. I haven't been involved but it's always happening.
Graduate, Canberra
The interview process was relatively smooth. It was a 10-minute online interview where I was asked a few generic questions plus some time to ask my own questions. The aptitude tests were interesting, where I got to play a game.
Graduate, Canberra
Interview processes involved multiple stages which included group interviews, writing, logical and numerical assessments.
Graduate, Canberra
The interview and assessment process as a graduate was very drawn out- we initially applied for the role in April, and did not find out if we got the role until late October. The interview process included: psychometric testing, an interview and a group task where we had an hour to work together to create a policy solution.
Graduate, Canberra
Interview was individual with a panel and a group task / interview. Fair and open-ended questions, assessments included testing innovation / creativity / collaboration.
Graduate, Canberra
Smooth and professional.
Graduate, Canberra
Recruitment appeared to be a fair process and easily navigated. Probably the issue is things are promised during recruitment that are not delivered upon. E.g. meaningful placements, being valued inclusion and diversity.
Graduate, Canberra
What questions were you asked in your interviews?
I was asked questions that align with the ACT Government's core values.
Graduate, Canberra
1. Problem Solving 2. Teamwork I can't remember the rest
Graduate, Canberra
Our question was mainly focused on how we would contribute to ACT government. These were in terms of our transferable skills which we could use from past experience to the current position. During the group discussion, we were put in a group and were asked to pitch ideas in areas that needs improvement in ACT region. We were given time to carry out discussions and prepare a presentation. For the panel members, they asked about our interpersonal and professional skills.
Graduate, Canberra
the chance for learning and training.
Graduate, Canberra
Mostly things centred around work ethic, how important diversity is and how my skills will help the team. We were also made to do several examinations and exercises.
Graduate, Canberra
Some of the technical based question and the experience on the particular areas.
Graduate, Canberra
I can't remember.
Graduate, Canberra
Something along the lines of how would i contribute to the chief ministers plan for the ACT?
Graduate, Canberra
Work, experience, and aspiration related.
Graduate, Canberra
Do you have any specific tips and advice for candidates applying to your company? How would you recommend they best prepare?
I think it would be important for a person to be themselves and not an idea of what a workplace might want you to be. I think if a candidate is thoughtful, empathetic and analytical they should have no trouble. Understanding the values of the ACT Government is recommended
Graduate, Canberra
Use STAR, research ACT Gov policies, play to your strengths
Graduate, Canberra
Be yourself on the interview day, it's ok not to get all the answers right and be confident.
Graduate, Canberra
Be familiar with the value code before interview.
Graduate, Canberra
Expect and plan to wait awhile before hearing back about the gig.
Graduate, Canberra
Just be yourself and confident.
Graduate, Canberra
Look at the statements and objectives outlined by ministers in each directorate, and that of the chief minister as well. Address your statement of claims towards that.
Graduate, Canberra
Read up on the ACT Government, it's values and key initiatives/policies it is working on.
Graduate, Canberra
Read the 2025 strategic plan with the three priorities re; wellbeing, sustainability and knowledge-economy. Read the CMTEDD capability framework. Use the STAR method to explain your examples.
Graduate, Canberra
Look up the publicly available information on ACTPS websites.
Graduate, Canberra
Be confident and pat attention on the ACTPS core value.
Graduate, Canberra