Senior Court Registrar | Lead Registry Operations

Court Services Victoria; Morwell; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Court Services Victoria in Morwell is recruiting a Registrar to support fair, efficient, and accessible justice. The role involves in-court duties, client services, and administrative functions, working with judicial officers, police, prosecutors, court users and the public.

The successful candidate will have completed the MCV Trainee Court Registrar Program, be a Qualified/Deputy Registrar, and bring leadership, communication and a strong understanding of court operations to a dynamic team in a

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and people-management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of court protocols, procedures and legislation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong judgement, attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes.

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 per legislation and court rules.
• Lead, coach, and support registry staff to achieve operational excellence.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Judgement

Problem solving

Education

MCV Trainee Court Registrar Program

Certificate IV in Government (Court Services)

Job description

Court Services Victoria in Morwell is recruiting a Registrar to support fair, efficient, and accessible justice. The role involves in-court duties, client services, and administrative functions, working with judicial officers, police, prosecutors, court users and the public.

The successful candidate will have completed the MCV Trainee Court Registrar Program, be a Qualified/Deputy Registrar, and bring leadership, communication and a strong understanding of court operations to a dynamic team in a