Human Resources
Deakin University
1. What are the recommended system requirements?
While it is possible that Jobs at Deakin will function on a computer with
a lower configuration it is recommended that users maintain the following
specifications:
Windows 2000 and above (XP, 2003) or; Mac OS X version 10.3 or above
Internet Explorer 6.0 Service Pack 1 or above or; Mozilla 1.7 or above or; Opera 7.02 or above
JAVA Sun JRE 1.4.2
Adobe Acrobat 6.0 or above
For further information on these products or to download software please visit:
Apple Mac OS,
Adobe,
Java,
Microsoft,
Mozilla and
Opera
Please note: Deakin staff can access this software through the
Deakin Software Library
Safari users
For Mac Safari users you must rename the WK8227$VDC.download file to a .pdf file to
sucessfully open the position descriptions.
If you are still unable to view the vacancies contact Human Resources Services Division on
03 5227 2304 or use the Enquiries/Feedback form to request a Position Description be posted to you.
2. How do I view the position description for a vacancy?
The position description for a current vacancy can be viewed by visiting Jobs at Deakin.
Select the vacancy category that you wish to view or select All for a list
of all vacancies.
Select the position title for which you would like to view the position description.
Click on the position description button.
Two new windows will open, the first is a browser support window, this window will be blank and the second is a session of Adobe Reader and the position description can be viewed in this window.
The position description can be printed or saved using the relevant commands in Adobe.
3. I am unable to open the position description. What should I do now?
If the position description does not open when you click on the position description button there are several things to check:
Position descriptions are in Portable Document Format (PDF) and require Adobe Acrobat Reader to open. Adobe Acrobat Reader is available from the Adobe Reader site or for Deakin staff and students from the ITSD software library.
If you have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer and the position description does not open when you click on the position description button, try opening the Adobe Acrobat Reader session first and then click on the position description button.
If you had an existing session of Adobe open, you may need to click on the session link in the bottom tool bar to open up the document.
If you are still unable to view the position description contact Human Resources Services Division on 03 5227 2304 or use the Enquiries/Feedback form to request a Position Description be posted to you.
4. Internet Explorer blocks the Position Description from downloading on my PC, what can I do?
You may receive the error message below or something similar:
If you wish you can adjust your security settings to enable the downloading
of documents as follows:
Within Internet Explorer click on Tools, Internet Options and select the
Security Tab
Highlight Local Intranet
Click on Custom Level
Scroll down to the Downloads heading.
Automatic prompting for file downloads - click on enable
File download - click on enable
Click on OK
Go back to Internet Options, Security - highlight Internet and repeat the above.
If you do not wish to adjust your settings or if you are still unable to view the position description contact Human Resources Services Division on 03 5227 2304 or use the Enquiries/Feedback form to request a Position Description be posted to you.
5. I have completed the online application form, however my application will not submit. Why is this?
There are several fields within the online application form that are mandatory. These fields are:
If any of these fields are missing from your online application form a warning message will appear when you click on the 'Submit Application to Deakin' button.
Click OK and the cursor will return to the field requiring completion. Complete the mandatory field and then click 'Submit Application to Deakin' button.
An error message will appear for the following reasons:
Once the error has been corrected, any attachments will need to be re-attached and the 'Submit Application to Deakin' button selected again.
6. How do I know I have my application has been submitted?
Once the application has been submitted to Deakin a successful submission message will appear on the confirmation page. This confirmation page can be printed for your own records.
An acknowledgement email will also be sent to the email address that was
entered in the online application.
7. How do I attach my Resume/Curriculum Vitae, cover letter and any other relevant
documentation?
Please combine all documentation into one attachment.
In the Attachments section at the bottom of the online application form:
or 
The file will now display in the File Name field.
Alternatively the file path can be typed directly into this field.
8. What types of files can I attach to my application?
All documents are to be attached as a single PDF or Doc file only
9. Is there a limit to the file size I can attach to my application?
Yes, the file must be no more than 2MB. If in exceptional circumstances
you would like to submit a larger attachment please contact Human Resources
on 03 5227 2304 or use the enquiries/feedback form.
10. How do I print the list of vacancies?
To print a list of all vacancies or all vacancies within a category, go to the vacancy list you wish to print. Click your mouse somewhere within the vacancy table. Then click the print button from within your browser.
11. Why am I receiving a "Page Can Not Be Displayed Message" when I try to submit my application?
The application will time out after 17 minutes. If you are attempting to upload a file size greater than 2MB using a broadband internet connection the application will timeout and you will receive a "Page Can Not Be Displayed Message" after 17 minutes. Please resubmit with an attached file size of under 2MB. If you must submit an attachment that is greater than 2MB, please submit your application via email. Instructions on submitting your application via email can be located on our How to Apply page.
12. I am still having problems what can I do?
Please complete the online Feedback/Enquiries form and
clearly state the issues your are experiencing and include your computer's
operating system
details and browser version.
