This page guides applicants through the DEECA careers site, from creating an account and logging in, to uploading documents, completing mandatory application questions, and reviewing submissions. These instructions ensure applicants can successfully manage their applications and offers online.

Login and account setup

Step 1 – Choose how to Sign in
  • Current DEECA employees: Select Employee Login
  • Existing applicants:
    • Sign in using your DEECA Careers site email and password
    • If you have forgotten your password, select Reset password
  • New applicants: Create an account (see Step 2)
Step 2 – Create a new account
  1. Select Create an account
  2. Enter your:
    • Email address
    • Password
    • First and last name
  3. Confirm your password
  4. Select your country or region of residence
  5. Choose your notification preferences
  6. Read and accept the Data Privacy Statement
  7. Select Create account
  8. Check your email and confirm your account
  9. Return to the DEECA Careers site
  10. Sign in to begin your application

Submitting your job application

Step 1 – Upload documents
  1. Sign in to start your application
  2. Go to My Documents:
    • If you have previously applied for a role, your existing documents will already be uploaded
    • These documents are automatically carried over each time you submit a new application
  3. To remove any outdated files, select the rubbish bin icon
  4. To upload new files, for example your resume (CV) and cover letter:
    • Select the + icon
    • Click Upload
    • Choose a file from your device
  5. Check the Additional Documents section:
    • Only upload relevant document, for example qualifications or certifications
    • Note: These documents will be visible across all active applications
  6. Once all required documents are attached, continue to the next section
Step 2 – Complete your profile
  1. Fill in all mandatory Profile information fields
  2. Your resume may automatically populate the following sections:
    • External Work History
    • Accreditation and Certifications
    • You can update or delete if required
  3. Complete the mandatory Job-Specific Information and Applicant Information questions
  4. Complete the Recruitment Adjustment section (if required)
  5. Fill in Legal Work Status questions
    • Australian Citizens: Skip remaining Work Rights questions
    • Non-Australian Citizens: Complete all Work Rights questions
  6. Complete the mandatory questions in the Public Service Employment and Police Check sections
  7. Complete the following additional sections if applicable:
    • Diversity and inclusion
    • Carer responsibilities
    • Refugee status
    • Australian veteran status
  8. Once all mandatory questions are completed, click Apply. The system will prompt you if any mandatory fields are missing
Step 3 – Review your application
  1. Once your application is submitted, click View Profile to see your application or make changes
  2. Select Jobs Applied to view your application/s
  3. Click on the application to view it, make changes, update information, and save as needed

Page last updated: 15/06/26