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Information for applicants of a support staff vacancy - New Zealand Police

How do I apply for a vacancy?

Consider the position requirements:

  • three essential competencies
  • at least two technical skills
  • any special requirements
  • any certification
For each position requirement you need to consider whether you:
  • do not meet the requirements
  • meet the requirements
  • exceed the requirements
To apply, complete:
  • an application form ( POL 675),
  • a letter of application - maximum two pages and
  • a chronological CV - maximum eight pages and submit by the closing date.

What is involved in a competency-based interview?

A competency-based interview will focus on the three essential competencies listed in the position requirements. You need to be familiar with the competency framework and the desirable behaviours associated with each competency .

During the interview panel members will ask you to describe the opportunities you have had in your current and/or previous roles to demonstrate the behaviours associated with the competencies.

Think about experiences you have had that would be good examples to refer to in the interview. An example of preparing for a competency-based interview.

While the same competency areas will be probed for each interviewed applicant, the questions asked will vary as the individual experiences of each applicant are explored.