Eligibility criteria 

To be eligible for the program, you must provide written evidence that you:

• are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
• identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
• are accepted in your community as being Aboriginal or a Torres Strait Islander
• are an Australian citizen
• can provide written evidence of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage prior to a job offer being issued.

We acknowledge that Confirmation of Heritage is a sensitive matter and understand the complex history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We understand that in some cases obtaining official Confirmation of Heritage documentation can take some time, so we recommend you start the process as soon as possible. 

Skills you need

 We are looking for people who are:

• Eager to learn - be interested in  growing and improving your skills in a professional environment 
• Team players - have strong communication and teamwork skills 
• Committed to helping others - show interest in providing customer service and contributing to public services. 

Learn more about what we are looking for at our graduate and entry level programs page. 

Benefits 

Working with the ATO offers excellent benefits, including: 

• Salary and super - A competitive salary of $64,095 plus 15.4% super. After successfully completing the program, you’ll progress to a role at the next level with a salary of $75,431 plus 15.4% super.
• Career opportunities - A permanent position with the opportunity to experience roles across a variety of areas within the ATO.
• Training and development - Training and a Certificate IV and support from Indigenous Liaison Officers, mentors, and a dedicated career development manager. 
• Work/life balance - Flexible work and generous leave entitlements, including cultural leave. 

Locations

The ATO Evergreen Program is available in Newcastle (Awabakal and Worimi Country), Townsville (Bindal and Wulgurukaba Country), Parramatta (Dharug Country), Gosford (Darkinjung Country), Penrith (Dharug Country), Wollongong (Dharawal Country), Sydney (Eora Country), Traralgon (GunaiKurnai Country), Adelaide (Kaurna Country), Canberra (Ngunnawal, Ngambri, and Ngambri-Guumaal Country), Hobart (Paredarerme Country), Brisbane (Turrbal, Yuggera, and Nunukul Country), Geelong (Wadawurrung Country), Perth (Whadjuk Country), Albury (Wiradjuri Country), Melbourne, Box Hill, Dandenong, Moonee Ponds (Wurundjeri Country), Upper Mount Gravatt (Yuggera Country).

What to expect in this program

Participants gain valuable skills and experience throughout the program, working alongside dedicated people and teams. In this program, you’ll:

• Enjoy a variety of work in two six-month rotations to build your skills and experience.
• Do work that helps Australians meet their tax obligations by providing customer service, business support and casework. 
• Develop professional and technical skills while working in a supportive environment. 

Diversity and inclusion 

We are focused on creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees thrive in fulfilling careers and culturally safe workplaces. Throughout the program, you’ll have access to:

• Moondani Indigenous employee network
• Indigenous Liaison Officers who provide cultural advice and support
• Indigenous Diversity Officers who support your career growth
• opportunities for career development, including mentoring programs, leadership pathways, tuition assistance and more.  

Find out about our commitment to inclusion and diversity and what we’re doing to make it happen.