Applicant Guide

So, you've decided to apply?

The following Q and A will help fill you in about the job selection process.

Applicants who are successful in obtaining a position will subsequently be provided with the appropriate training on the job and certification where necessary.

Summerland Credit Union is an equal employment opportunity employer.

What is the Recruitment Process?

The steps toward joining us will be:

Your application (including resume, response addressing the selection criteria and cover letter stating why you would like to work with Summerland and why you would the best person for the advertised role)
Personality and values based testing
An interview with the selection panel
Skills testing
Referee checks

Will I be advised about my application?

Your application will be assessed based on your skills, experience and response to the selection criteria. If your application is not considered competitive, we'll write to you and advise you as soon as possible after the closing date.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by phone or email to advise the next stage in the recruitment process. Further shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview. If you have any special requirements to enable you to attend the interview, (eg building access, communication assistance) please let us know when you are contacted, so that arrangements may be made.

What will happen at the interview?

At the interview you will be asked questions relating to the selection criteria, the functions of the position and your skills, knowledge and experience. You'll also be given an opportunity to ask questions about the position or company to gain any further information.

If your application is further shortlisted, further skills testing may also be carried out after the interview process to help determine the most suitable candidate.

Do I have to provide referees?

To assist with your application, you should provide the names and telephone numbers of two people who may be contacted about your application. It's advisable to include previous work supervisors or colleagues as both referees, as the referees will be asked to provide information on your past employment and work performance, relevant to the selection criteria for the position.

This information is confidential to the people involved in the assessment of your application.