Expert Support for Public Sector Leadership Roles
At Public Service Resumes, we understand the complexities of preparing selection criteria for high-level roles, and our expert team is here to help you craft compelling Key Selection Criteria (KSC) responses that get results. Whether you’re aiming for a senior executive position at the federal, state, or local government level, we know exactly how to highlight your leadership, strategic impact, and achievements in a way that meets APS standards and expectations.
Our Senior Executive Key Selection Criteria Writing Service is specifically tailored for professionals targeting senior roles in the $120k to $160k salary range or EL1+ positions. At this level, it’s crucial to highlight your exceptional leadership experience, strategic foresight, and proven ability to influence high-level decisions and policy within government. Our expert writers work with you to position your skills and achievements to meet the high expectations of senior executive recruitment panels, demonstrating your capacity to lead complex initiatives, manage large teams, and drive impactful organisational change at the highest levels.
Navigating the Challenges of Senior Executive KSC Applications
Applying for senior executive roles can be daunting, and the most common challenge for candidates is pitching their experience at the right level. It’s not simply about listing your qualifications, but demonstrating that you have the leadership and strategic vision needed for roles at the highest levels of government.
Key challenges faced by senior executive applicants:
- Pitching your experience to match the expectations of senior roles
- Framing achievements to show you’re ready for higher responsibility
- Clearly demonstrating leadership capabilities, decision-making skills, and the ability to drive organisational change
At Public Service Resumes, we understand how to position your expertise to showcase your potential for success at the senior executive level. Our expert team helps you create KSC responses that are concise, impactful, and directly aligned with the high standards of APS recruitment panels.
Our Expert Approach to Senior Executive KSC Writing
Crafting effective senior executive selection criteria responses for senior executive roles requires a careful balance of showcasing your leadership experience and aligning with the specific selection criteria. At Public Service Resumes, our approach is designed to help you effectively highlight your key achievements and leadership capabilities, ensuring you stand out in this competitive field.
How we approach senior executive KSC writing:
- Collaborative Process: We work closely with you to uncover the most relevant examples from your career, highlighting leadership, strategic impact, and organisational change
- Targeted Content: Our team ensures that your KSC responses directly address the specific criteria for SES roles, drawing on your proven experience
- Tailored to Your Career Stage: We focus on leadership, decision-making, and strategic outcomes, ensuring your responses reflect the expectations of senior-level positions
Our aim is to present you as the ideal candidate for senior leadership positions within the APS, emphasising your ability to manage high-level initiatives and influence key government policies.
Using the STAR Method for Senior Executive KSC Responses
To structure your KSC responses effectively, we leverage the STAR format (Situation, Task, Action, Result), a proven method used in public sector recruitment. This format ensures that your responses are clear, concise, and evidence-based, helping you communicate your leadership achievements in a compelling way.
How the STAR format works for Senior Executive KSC:
- Situation: Outline the context or challenge you faced
- Task: Describe the responsibility you held in the given situation
- Action: Explain the steps you took to address the challenge
- Result: Highlight the measurable outcomes or impact of your actions
By following this method, we ensure your responses not only demonstrate your leadership abilities but also provide concrete evidence of your contributions, which is exactly what APS recruitment panels are looking for.
What’s Included in Our Senior Executive KSC Writing Service
- Comprehensive Consultation: Extensive phone consultation with a professional public sector resume writer to gather the key details needed to craft your responses
- Additional Consultations: If required, subsequent consultations to refine or gather more information for your KSC responses
- Editable Office Word Document & PDF: Receive your final documents in both editable Word and PDF formats for easy editing and sharing
- 45-Day Revision & Feedback Period: Full 45-day revision period to ensure you are completely satisfied with your KSC responses
- Expert Editing Service: Your KSC responses will be edited by our editing team to ensure clarity and impact
- Discounted Services: Take advantage of discounted resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile writing services
Position Yourself as a Top Candidate for Senior Executive Roles
If you’re targeting a senior leadership role within the APS, our Senior Executive KSC writing service will help you create a compelling application that highlights your expertise and leadership potential. Contact the team at Public Service Resumes today to get started and take the next step toward securing your ideal senior executive position within the public sector.
Our Google Reviews
Excellent service. PSR helped me achieve an interview and ultimately the job I went for. Certainly recommended.
Michael Edrich
00:47 15 Jan 25
After 23 years in the same job, I applied last month for a job that I thought was way out of my reach. I contacted Beejay (thanks for listening to my initial non informative rant and being so nice 😂) as I needed urgent help with my extremely outdated and poor worded CV. Abby was the fabulous one to help me and put together something fabulous to apply with! Against a huge amount of candidates, I ended up getting the job. Cannot recommend them enough ❤️
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09:40 14 Jan 25
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00:30 05 Jan 25
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Willliam Maclean
08:45 13 Oct 24
Highly recommended, this is an excellent service! I cannot speak highly enough of Bee-Jay and senior writer Meaghan. All staff are insightful, very professional, committed and clear in all communications. All deadlines are met, writers happy to work with you, take feedback and listen to your needs. I have only ever had positive and productive interactions with Public Service Resumes.
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00:30 06 Sep 24
Great fast and proficient service, I dealt with Melanie who very much hit the mark. I'd highly recommend.
Caz Bannan
04:16 30 Aug 24
Highly recommended! Big shout out to Steve!Amazing service especially from Steve he went 'above and beyond' to ensure my Resume was tailored to my needs. Thank you for everything Steve!
Aaron Cormack
21:46 05 Jul 24
HiI highly recommend this firm for your professional resume needs and special thanks to Kristie who did a fantastic job on my resume...Looking forward to doing business with you in future...Thank you
Jessica Singh
05:35 05 Jul 24
Highly recommended! They have helped me several times. I needed a new resume - from start to finish - 10/10. Kylie my resume writer was awesome! Once again - thank you!
Reece Powell
08:37 08 Jun 24
Thank you for your services with making me a resume. A very special thank you to Berny who, after one phone call was able to capture everything I needed placed into the resume, reorganise the info, sort it all out and produce a professional resume. It is also noteworthy to say that PSR also give a Word.doc version.
Jean Cashmore
06:45 07 Jun 24
I would definitely recommend using the services.the whole team is very helpful and professional. Super engaging takes your feedback onboard and come up with a tailored solution from start to end.And the result a was able to secure the position for which I applied for.will use reuse their service in future again.Sunil
Sunil Shivanandan
04:21 18 Apr 24
Exceptional service received from Beejay and his team. The process from start to finish was prompt and efficient. I was cutting it close with the application deadline but Steve saved the day! He was flexible with consult times and obtained all required info to compile the key selection criteria and was informative about the application process in the public sector. I would highly recommend their services! 😊
Whitney Smith
04:30 07 Mar 24
Really happy with the result, would recommend this service to anyone that is in need of help with their job applications.
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00:59 14 Dec 23
Nathalie Keast
04:21 05 Dec 23
The service from Public Service Resumes is second to none. From the moment you make an enquiry, you will receive outstanding service and personalised attention. The process with the writer was enjoyable and Meaghan was clearly well prepared before our meeting. She had intimate knowledge of my skills and what I was wanting to achieve with the resume service. Add to that, the fact that this company has intimate knowledge of how to write targeted responses, you are on an absolute winner with this company. My husband and I have both used this service and have both made it to the next stage of job applications, thanks to Public Service Resumes. Gold star recommendation.
Dizzy
07:07 07 Oct 23
Great experience dealing with these professionals. The whole process from go was very simplified, introduction phone call and follow up email, payment method, consultation with assigned writer, and final editing of the draft for approval all took place within a specified timeframe in order to meet my application deadline. End result an amazing Resume.
Anne Thompson
12:54 13 Sep 23
Thank you Beejay and Melanie for the fast and quality service in writing my selection criteria. I got the job! I would highly recommend their services.
Mary N
01:02 22 Aug 23
Beejay and Kimberley did a fantastic job on my resume. Highly recommended
Gladys Garcia
08:10 31 Jul 23
Can not recommend their services enough. I have used them twice now and both times I have secured new employment due to the quality of the cover letters written by Public Service Resumes.The process is made easy from the initial call with my writer who sort as much information from me as possible to get a clear understanding of how I meet the application criteria. To the final product. I found that my request for amendments and adjustments was easily received and implemented into the final product.They made the whole process enjoyable on both occasions. I will be using their services for further employment applications.
Perrin Ward
06:27 20 Jul 23
Very professional service from Beejay and Kirstie. Easy to deal with, and they produced a great resume and cover letter. On time. In using their services, it gave me a time to focus on other things. Highly recommend.
Alison L
23:19 14 Jul 23
Absolutely love the services. I have used over and over . Work is on point and always meeting my tight time frames. Highly recommend look forward to reaching out for help again. Your work excites me
Nadin Teghlobi
01:57 03 Jul 23
Love their customer service. They not only guided me to prepare for the interview well they helped me with statements. Their support gave me confidence to face the interviews.
Madhavi Chandrasekara
01:33 01 Jul 23
Jaqueline from Public Service Resumes wrote my resume, selection criteria and cover letter for a mid senior level position with the state government. I was shortlisted for the interview process. Prior to the interview I received coaching from Jaqueline which was very helpful. I received feedback that whilst I wasn't successful in getting the position , I came a close second. I was told I interviewed very strongly and encouraged to keep applying to government positions. Whilst I didn't get the position I was very pleased to be shortlisted to an interview and then receive such positive feedback from the interviewer. Thanks Jaqueline and Beejay for your assistance. The process has been a great boost to my confidence.
Diana Iezzi
00:24 17 May 23
Have used Public Service Resumes for years, to date I have secured 3 jobs thanks to their quality work. Always friendly and super helpful, highly recommend!!
Josh Ua
02:13 25 Apr 23
Absolutely brilliant service from start to finish. Great communication and fantastic end result. I cannot thank you enough.
Rachel Payet
23:16 20 Apr 23
I was impressed with the documents. The resume wording was not something I would have written myself, which is why I engaged experts. Formatting and design were amazing too. delivered ahead of schedule. the process from start to finish was seamless
blake chitty
07:40 18 Apr 23
The whole experience was fantastic. From initially liaising with Beejay, through to working on my selection criteria with Meaghan the process was extremely professional and service focused. The work had a very quick turnaround time and resulted in an interview. Public Services Resumes helped me update my resume and selection criteria. Well worth the purchase and time.
Jacob Curulli
08:11 16 Apr 23
Could not recommend highly enough. Louise was an absolute pleasure to liaise with and captured complex history in some very "out of the norm" industries and projects perfectly. Just an all-a-round great experiance.
Murray Decker
01:48 12 Apr 23
From the moment I contacted Beejay at Public Service Resumes I was confident that I was in the right hands for a new resume. Kristie was excellent and understood my requirements. She put together a great resume and covering letter within the very short time I had to submit resume and did not disappoint. Highly recommend and will use again. Thanks team.
Jimi
00:13 22 Mar 23
The Resume Service was exceptional. The writer and the finished product has given me the confidence to apply for positions that are commensurate with my experience. Whilst I knew I was capable, I was not receiving any interview requests. It is early days with my newly minted resume, however I remain very hopeful.Very fast turnaround and worth the money.
Lyn
02:20 18 Mar 23
I am extremely happy with the documents and the quality service provided. I have also forwarded your details onto a number of acquaintances who are also looking at incorporating a service such as yours for future job opportunities that they are applying for?Louise, thank you very much as the results from our continued correspondence via email, phone and messaging was fantastic. I am also looking at one more application response and I am very hopeful that I may be fortunate that you have the time to work with myself again as I believe you have been a credit to the company you work for and also myself in getting a high quality resume professionally tailored to my needs.Thank you
Graham Clark
05:03 09 Mar 23
After applying for a number of jobs on my own and not getting anywhere, I thought I’d give Public Service Resumes a go! Prompt professional service, friendly staff and an interview first go! Highly recommend!
Nova Marti
09:45 08 Mar 23
I received exceptional service from Public Service Resumes. I was in a hurry to get my resume updated as there was a job I wanted to apply for that had been advertised a few days before I saw it. I contacted PSR and Beejay was in touch very quickly to set up an interview with Jackey. Jackey was super professional and knew how to put the right content in the resume to have the strongest impact. PSR had indicated a six-day turnaround but I requested the resume as soon as they could provide it. Less than 48 hours after my interview with Jackey I had my resume back and ready to go. I was really happy with how it looked and the content. It's a no-brainer to get a good resume done if you want the job and PSR will deliver the goods.
Donogh Gethings
05:12 14 Feb 23
I had a great experience with the agency! Beejay was very professional, cooperative, quick responsive to me. Ms. Nicole prepared my Resume and Cover letter for one job application. She had two hours of telephone conversation with me, explained the selection criteria points elaborately, collected all the relevant information she needed from me. The final write up was excellent and on time !! I re-ordered for the second cover letter of a different job application just within 48 hours of first order was delivered. The cover letter needed a little addition. Beejay and Nicole worked together to complete the task promply. I was able to submit my second application just two hours before deadline. I certainly go back to them for further services.
Sadman Ferdous
06:17 10 Feb 23
Public Service Resumes did a fantastic job of getting my Resume sorted quickly, they responded in a timely manner and the Writer Dorinnia was great
Shane Meier
08:52 07 Feb 23
I greatly appreciate their professionalism, help and understanding. I am pleased with the product they provided and am greatful they were open to my request for some edits, even after I said that I am happy with the product they initially provided. I definitely would recommend Public Service Resumes.
TKY
08:55 04 Feb 23
Public Service Resumes helped me to write selection criteria for a local council job and how to prepare for interviews. Ellen helped me about my selection criteria, she was so detailed and patient. I received the draft on time. Only one minor change needed to be updated to finalize my selection criteria. Tina helped me with my interview. She was so experienced. In the training session, I can clearly know how to prepare my answers in an interview. I highly recommend Public Service Resumes.
Mengya Yu
05:54 11 Jan 23
Fabulous service from the responsive first phone call from Beejay through to a super quick completion time. Thanks so much to Beejay and my writer Lisa. I needed this resume quite quickly and for this to be done in less than a week was outstanding. Usually Xmas New Year is really difficult because businesses shut down but not these amazing people! I am applying with confidence as this resume is beyond anything I could have created.
Nat Davies-Latta
23:10 03 Jan 23
I just wanted to post a quick thank you to Beejay, Sarah and all the team at public service resumes. The service was quick, professional and friendly and the end result was far better than anything I would have produced on my own. I would highly recommend this service to anyone in need of an updated modern day resume and excellently written criteria.
chris valacos
01:39 11 Oct 22
I have used the services of Beejay and Kylie a number of times over the past two years!The service and quality of work I have received is nothing short of sensational.Beejay is always prompt with requests and take the effort to understand the requirements prior to quoting.Kylie takes the time to understand you, your experience and turns that’s into written responses that’s shine you in a light you would not yourself, but always ensuring they are an accurate statement of what you have actually achieved.Government applications are extremely complex, and you are always going up against hundreds of applicants…. But with the help of Beejay and Kylie you are guaranteed to always standout!
John Crawford
21:03 16 Sep 22
I engaged Public Service Resumes to do a last minute application. My writer, Marwa, was super quick to digest the information in the job ad, took the time for a phone call to discuss the response (2x 500 word responses) and provided a set of responses that was spot on! I scored the interview.In addition, their customer service representative, Bee Jay, was very friendly, helpful and quick to respond.I highly recommend Public Service Resumes.
Jasmin Towers
22:29 13 Sep 22
If you want the job... use this service, the best service without a doubt. If you think you are prepared for an interview, you wont be, TINA is fantastic at teaching you what to say, how to say it and how to add context to your responses. I had the panel responding with 'great answer', 'strong response', 'wow, best answer to that question we have had'. I was anxious, not confident, had no idea, but spent time with PUBLIC SERVICE RESUMES worked through all government criteria and I had the best responses prepared, no trying to work it out on the day. PREPARE. Use this service, you will not regret it. If I could give 10 stars I would have left 10 stars. AND.... I got the job.
Cindy Patmore
03:37 13 Sep 22
Great service. Beejay was very helpful. Asha was patient during our phone consultation. Tina was very helpful with interview coaching. Learned alot from you guys. Great Resume. More than happy. Thanks guys!
joon choi
01:43 04 Sep 22
Really happy with the service and the end product
Andrew Photopoulos
09:57 03 Sep 22
Would highly recommend this business to anyone needing assistance with their resume or job application. Laura in particular was extremely knowledgeable and helpful throughout the writing process. Beejay was also great to work with as well. The end result was that I received an excellent resume and cover letter ready for submission.
Chris Crowley
10:02 29 Aug 22
Great service and advice would recommend highly to others.
Elliott Watson
08:33 23 Aug 22
Sreejit Thampi
05:22 04 May 22
I had an excellent experience with public service resumes. The first contact was very prompt and professional. I received a phone call where Beejay thoroughly explained the process. I was then referred to Meaghan as my writer and she was very good. She gathered information from me over a one hour phone call and I must admit I wasn't very helpful as I am not good with the whole cv thing. She was patient and pulled out enough info from me to write an amazing resume and CV. Honestly it's the best cv I've ever read. If I was reading this on a selection panel I would give myself an interview after reading the first paragraph.Thanks again Beejan and Meaghan, you guys do a great job.Milan.
Milan Pavkovic
23:57 15 Apr 22
Just had a fantastic experience with this team! Very attentive, responsive from the get go, and absolute professionalism through the entire process. The admin, customer service and writing services are exemplary. Having not used this type of service previously, I must confess to my initial apprehension, however it wasnt long before I became very comfortable and confidant that this this service was for me. This was mainly due to immediately efficient and fantastic customer attention. The team transformed what was a duanting task in preparing my resume and statement of claims for a job application, to an effortless no stress exercise. Sally, my appointed writer contacted my within hours, and was all over it after a great conversation, and had the completed documents back to me within a few days. As a result of this service I was able to showcase my skills and experience against the position and submit a very strong application. Well done team! You definately have my continued custom when needed. Cheers!
Charter North 4WD Safaris
23:02 22 Dec 21
Beejay and Mary at public service resumes were professional and so supportive. I feel so confident with the outcome of my documents and would highly recommend this excellent service. Thankyou Tania
Tania Bing
12:24 01 Dec 21
