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Careers

DSTO advertises new vacancies in the national press and on this web site every week.

Each DSTO vacancy is associated with specific selection criteria. Therefore, rather than accepting unsolicited resumes and expressions of interest in work at DSTO, we ask prospective applicants to apply for advertised vacancies and to tailor their applications to the selection criteria.  For applicants who are Graduates or PhD Graduates, DSTO accepts applications online all year round. DSTO aims to select the best person for the job by assessing the relative claims of applicants against the selection criteria.

How to apply for an advertised position

Obtain the information package about the position from this website or by using the contact details in the advertisement. The information package will contain an application cover sheet, job description, selection criteria and details of the relevant contact officer.

Read the selection criteria and job description to ensure that you meet the position requirements and have a good understanding of the job. If you require further information about the position, contact the contact officer nominated in the information package. This person will be able to advise you on all technical aspects of the job and the work area.

Prepare an application following the instructions in the guide on How To Address A Selection Criteria and further information is available through the Australian Public Service Commission. It is essential that you include a statement addressing your claims against the selection criteria for the position. Address each selection criterion separately, and explain how you meet this requirement in terms of your abilities, experience, qualifications, achievements and personal qualities.

Submit your application to the address specified in the information package by the closing date. If you cannot submit your application before the closing date, contact the recruitment officer to see if a late application will be accepted.

If you require further assistance, please contact our recruitment staff:

Defence Service Centre

Phone:

1800 000 677

Email:

dsc.recruitment@defence.gov.au