Registrar, Seymour

Court-Services-Victoria; Seymour; Sur place; AUD 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Court Services Victoria invites applications for a Registrar role at the Magistrates' Court of Victoria in Seymour. The successful candidate will perform in-court duties, handle client services both by phone and in person, and manage essential administrative tasks with statutory responsibilities.

We seek a resilient leader with advanced knowledge of court procedures, strong communication skills, and a track record of coaching registry staff to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have completed the MCV Trainee Court Registrar Program and be a Qualified/Deputy Registrar with broad jurisdictional experience.
• Certificate IV in Government (Court Services) or equivalent is required.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills essential for managing registry staff.

Responsabilités

• Perform in-court duties, including bench clerk functions.
• Provide high-quality service to court users via telephone and counter enquiries.
• Prepare, process, and manage administrative and statutory documentation.
• Exercise discretionary quasi-judicial and statutory powers in accordance with legislation and court rules.
• Lead, coach, and support registry staff to achieve operational excellence.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Connaissances

Leadership

People management

Communication

Judgement

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Formation

MCV Trainee Court Registrar Program

Qualified/Deputy Registrar

Certificate IV in Government (Court Services) or equivalent

Description du poste

About UsCourt 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 deliver 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 RoleJoin the Magistrates' Court of Victoria as a Registrar in Seymour and play a vital role in delivering fair, efficient, and accessible justice to the community.This is a dynamic and rewarding opportunity for a professional who thrives in a fast paced environment, exercises sound judgement, and is committed to public service excellence.As a Registrar, you will undertake a diverse range of responsibilities, including court-based proceedings, client services, administrative functions, and the exercise of statutory powers. No two days are the same as you work collaboratively with judicial officers, legal practitioners, Victoria Police, the Office of Public Prosecutions, court users, and members of the public.Key responsibilities:*; Perform in-court duties, including bench clerk functions.*; Provide high-quality service to court users via telephone and counter enquiries.*; Prepare, process, and manage administrative and statutory documentation.*; Exercise discretionary quasi judicial and statutory powers in accordance with relevant legislation, Court rules, precedents, and Practice Directions.*; Lead, coach, and support registry staff to achieve operational excellence.*; Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.As a senior member of the registry team, you will also provide leadership, guidance and support to staff, drawing on your advanced knowledge of court operations, protocols and procedures to foster a high-performing and collaborative team environment.About YouYou must have completed the MCV Trainee Court Registrar Program and are a Qualified/Deputy Registrar with broad experience across Jurisdictions. You are a resilient leader with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. You thrive in a complex and fast-paced environment.You will bring:Strong leadership and people management experience.Advanced knowledge of court protocols, procedures, and legislative requirements.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong judgement, attention to detail, and problem-solving capabilities.The ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high quality outcomes.Certificate IV in Government (Court Services) or equivalent.Current drivers license is essentialIf you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference to the Victorian community, we encourage you to apply.How to applyClick the `Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:resumea short cover letterOther informationCSV 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.We value 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.