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Victorian public sector assessments

Key selection criteria

“Most public sector employers will ask you to respond to the KSC by giving specific examples from your past work experience.”

Careers VicHow to apply for a job

Careers Vic · Undated, checked 11 November 2026

Answer each criterion with an example

Practise choosing the example that shows the behaviour this round assesses.

Example

“Many employers will ask you to demonstrate your understanding of the Victorian public sector values.”

Careers VicHow to apply for a job

Careers Vic · Undated, checked 11 November 2026

Show the public sector values

Practise choosing the example that shows the behaviour this round assesses.

Example

Before the interview

“They'll provide information about the panel members, interview format and any other relevant information.”

Careers VicWhat happens after you apply

Careers Vic · Undated, checked 11 November 2026

You will be told the format

Practise asking for an adjustment before a timed assessment starts.

Example

“If you require any adjustments such as assistive technology, alternative formats or flexible interview arrangements, please inform the contact listed in the job posting.”

Careers VicWhat happens after you apply

Careers Vic · Undated, checked 11 November 2026

Ask for adjustments

Practise asking for an adjustment before a timed assessment starts.

Example

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