2009 ACT Graduate Program |
2009 Candidate
Application Form
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Applying to the ACT Graduate Program
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Employment Conditions and Remuneration
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Testimonies of Former ACT Graduates
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Graduate Program Overview
"The Graduate Program is a unique way for quality people to begin a career with the ACT Public Service. Because our functions are both state and local in nature, we can offer graduates a public sector experience which is unique, in both its variety and its direct effect on the community it serves."
ACT Chief Minister
Jon Stanhope MLA
The objectives of the ACT Graduate Program are to attract and induct high-quality graduates into the ACT Public Service and, through a structured training and employment program, provide these graduates with the skills required to become dynamic and innovative leaders.
As a graduate, you will benefit from the Program in a variety of ways. The Program will assist you to:
- build on your academic success;
- develop personally and professionally;
- build your knowledge base of public sector issues and frameworks;
- develop long-term goals and interests;
- learn about managerial styles; and
- become a future leader.
Working in the ACT Public Service has a number of advantages. The work we do has direct benefits for the local community. Because the ACT is a City-State, it incorporates municipal functions as well as strategic policy directions. As a result, there are a wide variety of work and career opportunities.
On commencement of the Graduate Program you will be permanently appointed to the ACT Public Service, subject to a probationary period of six months. Following satisfactory completion of the probationary period, your appointment will be confirmed.
On successful completion of the Program, graduates are eligible for appointment between the Administrative Service Officer 3 and 6 range, with a competitive salary plus superannuation and excellent terms and conditions of employment.
Completion of the Graduate Program is subject to achievement of satisfactory probationary reports from each work rotation and satisfactory completion of the relevant training program.
Work rotations
The ten-month Program is comprised of three work rotations across the ACT Public Service. The first placement is with your 'home' agency (the agency that employs you). The second placement is usually with a different agency, referred to as your 'host' agency. This is determined according to developmental needs, work availability and organisational capacity to offer placements. In the third rotation you usually return to your 'home' agency, often to a different section than in the first rotation.
This ensures that graduates develop a breadth of knowledge and experience across government, and allows graduates to learn about the functions and perspectives of particular agencies.
Training
Training is an integral part of the ACT Graduate Program and equips graduates with a sound knowledge base and the necessary skills for career development in the ACT Public Service.
Generalist Graduates will complete a nationally recognised qualification from Government Skills Australia (GSA) Public Sector Training Package. This qualification is a broad competency-based program designed specifically for people working in the public sector. Professional training options are available for graduates with specific disciplines, such as accountancy/commerce.
As part of their work rotations, all graduates have opportunities to participate in additional training and development activities in order to meet their individual development needs.
Networking
The ACT Graduate Program provides graduates with an excellent opportunity to build valuable networks across the public service and beyond. You will meet people at all levels of management, and politicians too. As a graduate you will have the support and camaraderie of your peers and ex-graduates still in the service. The Social Network of Graduates (SNoG) links ACT graduates with other graduates in the Commonwealth. SNoG organises a variety of social events throughout the year to keep you in touch.
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