Court Reports Lead & Practice Coach

Department of Justice and Community Safety; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 111,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fair salary

Generous leave entitlements

Transparent performance framework

Employee wellbeing support

Comprehensive training when you start

Secondments and promotions

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) is seeking a Court Reports Practice Lead in Ringwood. You will prepare Pre-Sentence Reports and other court reports in line with the Youth Justice Act 2024, delivering high-quality, evidence-based documentation within tight timelines.

Join a team focused on prevention, diversion and early intervention. You will lead report-writing practice, provide coaching, manage a complex caseload and influence statewide reporting standards.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of the youth justice system and the Youth Justice Act and related policies.
• Ability to prepare high quality evidence-based reports for the court.
• Understanding of case management principles and assessment frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and write Pre-Sentence Reports and other court reports.
• Provide practice advice and support to staff for report preparation.
• Support statewide training, coaching and capability uplift for staff.
• Act as a technical expert in report writing with quality assurance.
• Manage a complex caseload of young people subject to statutory orders.

Skills

Youth justice knowledge

Report writing

Case management

Advice and coaching

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) is seeking a Court Reports Practice Lead in Ringwood. You will prepare Pre-Sentence Reports and other court reports in line with the Youth Justice Act 2024, delivering high-quality, evidence-based documentation within tight timelines.

Join a team focused on prevention, diversion and early intervention. You will lead report-writing practice, provide coaching, manage a complex caseload and influence statewide reporting standards.