Applying for a Job

Making the move to Hume is a great choice for you and your career

Hume City Council is an equal opportunity employer where the right to a 'fair go' is a fundamental commitment. Applications from suitably qualified candidates are encouraged from all sections of the community.

Applying for an Advertised Position

When considering applying for a position with Hume City Council it is important to read the Position Description relevant to the position you wish to apply for.

Your application must include the following information:

• a covering letter including the title of the position you are applying for and position reference number. The letter should also state a contact number during business hours
• an up to date resume including personal details, employment history including current position and prior experience, qualifications and details of referees (must include current employer, if applicable)
• a statement of response to each of the Key Selection Criteria as documented in the Position Description
• view our current vacancies and position descriptions

To be eligible for appointment as an employee of Hume City Council, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or have an appropriate current visa which will enable you to work in Australia. Council reserves the right to request proof of visa/citizenship status of an applicant.

Applications are only accepted in response to advertised vacant positions. Unsolicited applications will be returned to the sender and, due to privacy implications will not be retained by Council.

Sending Your Application

All applications need to arrive before the closing date, as stated in the advertisement for the position. Applications are dealt with in the strictest confidence and in accordance with the Information Privacy Act. Details contained in your application will not be conveyed to any person not directly connected with processing your application without your permission.

Applications may be sent via the following:

Email: careers@hume.vic.gov.au

Applications sent via email will receive an automatic reply acknowledging receipt of application. No other acknowledgment will be sent.

All applications must be in a Microsoft Word document. Council will not be responsible for documents that are corrupt and cannot be downloaded for processing.

Mail:
Applications should be addressed to:
Manager Human Resources
PO Box 119
DALLAS VIC 3047
Applications sent via post will receive an acknowledgment letter by post.

Fax:
Applications should be faxed to the following number: (03) 9205 2296
Applications sent via fax will receive an acknowledgment letter by post.