The Public Sector Veteran Employment Strategy was launched in November 2016 guiding our work to employ 1,800 veterans into Victorian public sector by June 2025.
If you’re a veteran looking for post-service employment, we are eager to support you to match your skills and qualifications gained in the ADF to exciting and diverse roles within the Victorian public sector.
You can register for updates on job opportunities and employment events and seminars in the Victorian public sector.
If you are a veteran who is already a VPS employee, these resources are also available to you. Veterans working in the Victorian public sector can register to become a mentor, attend networking events and share case studies.
In the Victorian public sector, you can:
- enjoy attractive salaries, generous leave, flexible working arrangements, training and development opportunities
- access Defence Reserve Leave to continue your ADF career as a Reservist
- access a wide range of career opportunities across a number of disciplines
The Victorian public sector includes:
- government departments
- public health sector
- government schools
- TAFEs and other education providers
- police and emergency services
- corrections
- water and land management
- arts, finance and transport
Resources to support your career in the public sector
We recognise some veterans may face obstacles in their transition to accessing post-service careers.
There are a number of helpful resources to support you in your application for public sector roles:
- Guide for veterans applying for VPS roles, this includes supports on:
- resume writing
- addressing key selection criteria
- interview preparation
- Recognition of Prior Learning – Veterans pilot program
- Victorian Veteran Council’s guides for transition to civilian employment
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