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Employment FAQs

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How do I apply?

You can apply online or contact the HR Team via the online Contact Us form for a copy of the application and details on how to post your application.

Every application must be accompanied by an application form and a curriculum vitae detailing:

Full name.
Residential address.
Contact telephone number.
Full details of all education and academic qualifications and any specialised training.
Details of present and previous employment.
Interests and involvement in activities other than those associated with employment.
The names of, and means of contacting, three referees.
Such other information that might assist in determining the applicant’s suitability.

Any applicant canvassing any elected member of the council or of any community board shall automatically be disqualified from appointment; provided that this shall not preclude any applicant from nominating any such elected member as a referee.

What happens once I submit an application?

Once the position closes you will receive a letter acknowledging that we recieved your application. You can expect this letter within five working days of the vacancy closing.

How are applications short-listed?

After acknowledgements are sent the applications are forwarded to the manager responsible for the position who will check that your application meets the job criteria – skills, experience qualifications and competencies required to carry out the role. If the application meets the criteria then it will be placed on the shortlist of potential candidates.

What is involved in the interview process?

If you are short-listed for an interview you will be contacted by the council's HR Team to arrange the details. This process will include a personality profile questionnaire, ability tests and possibly a practical test related specifically to the position you have applied for. You will also be asked to attend an interview with a panel – usually the manager who the position reports to and two others.

This process can take from a few days to a couple of weeks from the time a shortlist is developed depending on candidate and panel availability.

What happens after interview?

You will be contacted by the HR Team to discuss your personality profile and testing results (if this was not done on the day of the interview). This feedback will be provided along with any test results to the panel who interviewed you to assist them in their decision making. They will also contact your referees for further information about you if you are one of the preferred candidates.

If you are successful, then an offer of employment will be made which is also subject to you undertaking an employment medical assessment before starting with the council.

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What should I include with/in my application?

Any supporting documentation you think will support your application however, if specific information is required by the council (e.g. art portfolio) you will be asked to forward that or bring it to an interview if you are short-listed.

Can I provide my references after my interview?

Yes – the panel normally asks if they can contact your referees and will ask for the details if they have not already been provided.

How do I apply?

Visit the Employment Opportunities web page and apply online for a specific vacancy or upload your CV as an expression of interest in working for us!

You can also contact our call centre on 06-759 6060 who will post the information to you. If you're passing the Civic Centre on Liardet St in New Plymouth you can call in at reception and pick the information up.

You will need to complete a NPDC application form, include your CV and also a covering letter and any other supporting information if you wish.

All applications must be received by the closing date of the advertised job.
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