Registrar - Diversion, Ringwood

Court Services Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Court Services Victoria seeks a Registrar to support the administration of justice across Victoria. In a fast-paced court environment you will perform courtroom support, manage case records and provide authoritative advice on processes and legislation.

You will engage with judicial officers, legal practitioners and police, exercise delegated powers, lead staff in the registry, and ensure service excellence while using court management systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in courts, tribunals or a similar legal environment.
• Knowledge of court procedures and legislation.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal, administrative and quasi-judicial functions that support daily court operations.
• Provide authoritative advice on court processes, procedures and legislation.
• Exercise delegated powers and make decisions in accordance with legislation, court rules and practice directions.
• Manage client enquiries and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Liaise professionally with judicial officers, legal representatives, police, corrections and other stakeholders.

Skills

Court experience

Stakeholder management

Legal administration

Education

Relevant degree in Law/Paralegal

Tools

Court case-management systems

Job description

About Us

Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission. Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the ‘Courts Group'. Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and drive benefits more broadly.

The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) has a long history of providing justice for the people of Victoria in metropolitan and regional courts across the state. The MCV determines in excess of 200,000 cases per annum at 51 venues, dealing with over 90 percent of all adult cases that come before Victorian courts each year. MCV aims to be an innovative, accessible and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community.

About the Role

As a Registrar, you will play a critical role in supporting the administration of justice across Victoria. This is a dynamic and rewarding position that combines court operations, client service, legal administration, leadership and decision-making responsibilities. Working within a fast-paced court environment, you will perform a broad range of duties including courtroom support, client enquiries, case management and the exercise of delegated statutory and quasi-judicial powers. You will engage with a diverse range of stakeholders including judicial officers, legal practitioners, Victoria Police, government agencies and members of the community.

In this role, you will:

• Perform legal, administrative and quasi-judicial functions that support daily court operations.
• Provide authoritative advice on court processes, procedures and legislation.
• Exercise delegated powers and make decisions in accordance with legislation, court rules and practice directions.
• Manage client enquiries and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Liaise professionally with judicial officers, legal representatives, police, corrections and other stakeholders.
• Utilise court case-management systems and technology to maintain accurate records.
• Support, guide and develop staff within the registry environment.

About You

You are a confident professional with strong judgement, excellent communication skills and a commitment to public service.

You will bring:

• Experience in courts, tribunals or a similar legal environment.
• Knowledge of court procedures and legislation.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and build stakeholder relationships.
• Leadership experience and a commitment to integrity, respect and service excellence.

Other Information

CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group.

CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.

CSV values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity.

Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.

We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to email the contact person listed in the advertisement.

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.