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CAREERS @GOV.AU : Government jobs can offer exciting career options, flexible conditions, competitive salaries, good job security and a chance to make a real difference to the community and lives of Australians. Behind every facet of modern society is a public servant.

From the provision of utilities and infrastructure, to planning our towns and cities, supporting our educational institutions, building our future economy, upholding the values of a democratic society, protecting our environment and natural resources and making our country a safe and healthy place to live – government jobs are vital to our way of life.

Career FAQs careers @gov.au gets inside the nation’s engine rooms and talks to employees working for government at all levels: local, state and federal. There is a world of opportunity in the areas of finance, health, education, defence, treasury, media and planning.

Read interviews with industry professionals in such roles as communications officer, legal officer, parole officer, town planner, greenkeeper, assistant policy officer, team leader of child protection, principle consultant, recruitment coordinator, human resources advisor, intelligence officer, senior budget analyst, superintendent of police, environmental officer, configurations manager and public relations officer.

If you are considering a career in the public sector this book is for you.