The Shire of Kalamunda is an employer of choice and prides itself on its unique culture.

The Shire employs approximately 170 employees in a variety of full time, part time, job sharing and contract positions,and in areas such as administration, engineering, parks and gardens, libraries, recreation and aged care.

The Shire is always on the look out for talented and motivated professionals to join the team.

The Shire of Kalamunda has the following Employment Opportunities:

View the Why Work for the Shire of Kalamunda brochure (pdf, 842KB)

Job Alerts
The Recruitment Process 
Work Experience
Volunteers
Working with Children

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The Recruitment Process 

Firstly, please consider if the position you are applying for is suited to you. You may find it helpful to read the position description attached inside the application package. If you have any further quires about the position please contact the person nominated on the front of the application package.

Preparing Your Application

Your application is the first step towards securing an interview and therefore all aspects of the application should be of the highest standard possible. The application should be stapled in the top left hand corner. Please do not submit applications in folders or include original documents.

Your application should include the follow documents:

Application Package

The application package should be completed. This helps the panel members to clearly and easily learn more about your background.

Covering Letter

The cover letter is a brief letter outlining the position you are applying for and a brief description of your background and reasoning for applying for the position.

Curriculum Vitae (Resume)

Your Curriculum Vitae should be current and include your personal details (e.g. name, address, contact number) relevant work history, education, training courses attended, qualifications and professional memberships.

Relevant work history should commence with the recent position you have held, as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history, give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions.

You should include in your Curriculum Vitae the names and contact numbers of at least two (2) referees. These referees may be contacted to verify the information stated in your curriculum vitae. Preferably one referee should be your current supervisor or manager, alternatively a supervisor/manager from a previous position may be used.

Addressing the Selection Criteria

The Selection Criteria is the most important part of your application. The selection criteria specifies the minimum education, knowledge, skills and experience that is required for the position.

When addressing the selection criteria, a separate paragraph should be used for each heading and try to ensure that you use work related examples, where possible, to demonstrate your experiences, knowledge and skills.

It is also recommended that your statement of claim for each selection criteria should be no more than half a page in length.

Checking your application

You may find it a good idea to ensure you:

• Filled out the application package
• Included copies Curriculum Vitae and Covering letter
• Addressed the Selection Criteria
• Proof read full application
• Photocopied the whole application for your records  (personal preference)
• Lodged your Application

Once you have prepared the above documents and addressed the selection criteria you can lodge your application.

When lodging your application, please ensure that the position title and number is clearly marked in the covering letter of your application.

Applications must reach the Shire by no later than 5.00pm on the closing date.

The acceptance of late applications will be at the discretion of the Human Resources Coordinator in consultation with the relevant Executive Manager and/or Chief Executive Officer.

Sending your application:

Email: jobs@kalamunda.wa.gov.au

Or

Post:

Chief Executive Officer
Shire of Kalamunda
PO Box 42
Kalamunda
WA 6929

(quoting the position title and reference number)

Or

Fax: (08) 9293-2715

Please note: If you are applying for more than one position, separate applications should be submitted.

All applications will be acknowledged once received by a postal letter to your nominated address.

Preparing for the interview

Short listing of applications for interview by the selection panel may take up to two (2) weeks after the closing date.

Prior to attending an interview, take the time to read about us on our website – It can be beneficial to know about us and the services we provided. You can also find out about the great benefits the Shire provides by reading the Why Work for the Shire of Kalamunda brochure (pdf, 842KB).

Re-read your application as it may be referred to during your interview and any information you have collected about the position.

Focus on the selection criteria listed or key job requirements identified, and think of work situations where you have demonstrated the relevant skills and abilities.

Focus on the role of the position and think about how you would undertake the role and why hiring you to undertake the duties would be good for the Shire.

Think about the questions you might have about the position, the Shire or the team you will be working in.

If you are selected for an interview an officer from the Shire of Kalamunda will telephone you to organise a time to conduct the interview.  Please make sure you write down the date, time, location and contact officers name.

The Interview

The Selection Panel will consist of at least two (2) members. Interviews will follow a set format to ensure equity and fairness to each applicant and will be evaluated in the same manner.

During the interview, Selection Panel members will take turns in asking you questions. The panel will also be writing notes on your responses to the questions.

Although the interview will follow a formal format the Shire of Kalamunda staffs are very friendly so relax and respond to the questions to the best of your ability.

We wish you the best of luck with your application and hope to see you soon!

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Work Experience

The purpose of work experience is to provide people the opportunity to gain experience, skills and knowledge within a particular occupation and within the Shire.

The Shire only accepts work experience students from approved educational institutions (high schools, TAFE, universities) etc.  Insurance cover must be provided by the relevant institution.

Should you wish to participate in work experience with the shire of Kalamunda, please contact the Human Resources Department on 9257 9999.

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Volunteers

Volunteers are people who wish to engage in unpaid activities for the benefit of the community, themselves or the Shire of Kalamunda.

Volunteers play a vital role in assisting the Shire of Kalamunda deliver many services to the community such as meals on wheels, working with children at the History Village assisting the elderly at the Peter Anderton lodge and helping with many other community initiatives.

Although the work is unpaid people generally find volunteering and helping others extremely rewarding. Any person can be a Volunteer. Even you!

The Shire of Kalamunda wishes to provide children with a safe environment to enjoy the shires services. Therefore it is now necessary for all volunteers who help provided services to children have a current Working with Children Check, if you do not have a Working with Children Checks don’t worry. The Shire is able to assist you in obtaining one.

If wish to volunteer or would like more information on volunteering please view the Volunteer Poster (.pdf, 96 KB).

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Working with Children

The Working with Children Check applies to all people seeking to work in child-related employment.

Child-related employment is any work (paid or unpaid) that involves direct contact with children whether supervised or unsupervised.  Employment includes direct employees, sub-contractors, volunteers or whether an individual is undertaking practical training as part of an education or vocational course.

If the position being applied for has been identified as a child-related position, applicants will to show evidence of or obtain a Working with children Check clearance card in accordance with the Child Protection (Prohibited Employment) Act 1998. 

If you would like more information on the Working with Children Check, click on the link below :
http://www.checkwwc.wa.gov.au/checkwwc

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If you have any questions on any the above information please contact:

The Shire of Kalamunda
Human Resources Department
2 Railway Road
Kalamunda, Western Australia 6076

Phone: 9257 9999          
Fax: 9293 2715
Email: jobs@kalamunda.wa.gov.au