Government Resume & Capability Statement Writing
Specialist writers for the Australian Public Service, state government, and local government roles. We write government-format resumes, capability statements, pitch documents, and selection criteria responses that meet the exact requirements of public sector recruitment.
Government Applications Are a Different Game
Applying for a government role isn't like applying in the private sector. The format is different, the expectations are different, and getting it wrong means your application is eliminated, regardless of how qualified you are.
Government recruitment requires:
- Capability statements addressing specific behavioural indicators from the Integrated Leadership System (ILS)
- Pitch documents — 1-2 page responses demonstrating how you meet the role requirements
- Selection criteria responses — detailed, evidence-based answers using the STAR method
- Government-format resumes — differently structured from private sector resumes, with emphasis on APS classification levels, security clearances, and compliance history
Most resume writers don't understand these requirements. We do.
What We Write
Formatted specifically for APS, state, and local government applications. Includes classification levels, security clearances, key responsibilities mapped to government frameworks, and achievement statements aligned to public sector expectations.
Written to the Integrated Leadership System (ILS) behavioural indicators. We craft evidence-based responses that demonstrate your capabilities against each required criterion, not generic statements, but specific examples from your career.
The 1-2 page “pitch” format now used by many APS roles. We distil your value proposition into a concise, compelling document that addresses the role's key requirements.
Detailed STAR-method responses to each selection criterion. We draw out the right examples from your career and structure them to address exactly what the panel is looking for.
Who Uses Our Government Resume Service
Whether you're applying for an APS 5, EL1, EL2, or SES role, we understand the expectations at each level.
Government Resume Packages
| Service | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Government Resume | $199 | APS/state government format, classification levels, compliance structure, 2 revisions |
| Capability Statement | $179/role | Evidence-based capability responses using STAR method, tailored to role requirements |
| Pitch Document | $179/role | 1–2 page pitch addressing role requirements, tailored to each application |
| Selection Criteria | Quote-based | STAR-method responses to selection criteria — priced based on number of criteria and response length |
| Government Bundle | $349 | Government resume + capability statement or pitch document for one role |
Capability statements and pitch documents are priced per role. Selection criteria responses are quote-based: pricing depends on the number of criteria and response length. Contact us for a quote.
How Our Government Service Works
Role Briefing
Send us the job advertisement, role description, and any capability framework or selection criteria. We review the requirements and identify exactly what the panel is looking for.
Career Mapping
We consult with you to map your career experiences against the role requirements. We identify the strongest examples from your career for each capability or criterion.
Writing
Your dedicated writer crafts government-specific documents, structured to the exact format and frameworks required, with evidence-based examples using the STAR method.
Review & Delivery
You receive your documents within 3 business days. We include 2 revision rounds. Delivered in PDF and Word format.
Why Choose Wordsmith for Government Resumes
We Understand APS Frameworks
Our writers know the Integrated Leadership System (ILS), the APS Work Level Standards, and the capability frameworks used across federal, state, and local government. We don't guess: we write to the exact requirements.
STAR Method Expertise
Every capability statement and selection criteria response follows the Situation-Task-Action-Result structure that government panels expect. We make sure your examples are specific, relevant, and properly structured.
We've Done This Since 2011
Over 14 years of writing for government applicants. We've seen the formats change, the shift from selection criteria to pitch documents, and the evolution of capability frameworks. We stay current.
100% Australian Writers
Every document is written by an Australian professional who understands APS culture, terminology, and expectations. This matters when writing for a government audience.
Government Resume FAQs
Get Your Government Application Right the First Time
Government roles are competitive and the application format is strict. Don't lose out because of formatting or poorly structured responses.
0430 996 956 — Call us to discuss your application