Senior Executive Service (SES) minimum selection criteria

Government of Western Australia

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Guidance

For public sector agencies

Last updated: 28 February 2023

Expected behaviours

Identify the leadership context for the position as outlined in Leadership Expectations (for example, Executive Leader).
Review each expected behaviour for the position’s context.
Select requirements for each expected behaviour that reflect the important focus areas or nuances of the position.

Lead collectively Seek and build key relationships, work together and focus on the greater good.	Example for Executive Leader context You take a system wide perspective to deliver value for the agency and sector. You create value by fostering strong relationships across the agency. Follow this process for the remaining expected behaviours.
Think through complexity Think critically, work with ambiguity and uncertainty, assess solutions and impacts, and take calculated risks.
Dynamically sense the environment Be in tune with the political, social and environmental trends that impact the work; understand and recognise the needs of others and leverage relationships for desired outcomes.
Deliver on high leverage areas Identify priorities, pursue objectives with tenacity and be resilient in the face of challenges
Build capability Proactively develop others; share learning to promote efficiency and effectiveness; and champion diversity and inclusion.
Embody the spirit of public service Display empathy, compassion, humility and integrity, and a genuine passion for the work; demonstrate a responsibility to Western Australians; and work in the interests of the public good.
Lead adaptively Continuously seek to understand personal strengths and areas for improvement, be adaptive to change and adjust leadership style in different contexts.