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 deliver benefits more broadly.

ChCV The Children's Court of Victoria (ChCV) is a specialist court that hears and determines cases in two divisions.

The Family

Division hears and determines cases involving the care and protection of Victorian children who are at risk of harm.

The Criminal

Division hears and determines the criminal charges brought against children between the ages of 10-17 years.

As a specialist and dedicated court, we are able to focus solely on responding to the particular needs and interests of children, young people and their families. This focus guides our approach to the delivery of judicial, dispute resolution, registry and support services, as well as the physical environment of our courts.

The ChCV expertly and fairly applies the law in cases involving children and young people. We work closely with youth justice, legal services, child protection and other community-based services to provide a multi-disciplinary court response to address the best interest of children in need of protection, whilst promoting the accountability and rehabilitation of young offenders and in doing so, improving community safety.

About The Role The ChCV In-Court Registrar is responsible for providing dedicated,



quality judicial support to judicial officers.

In-Court Registrars are required to perform a wide range of administrative tasks, including in court duties, client contact enquiries and back of office administrative responsibilities.

The In-Court Registrar is required to facilitate and manage courtroom processes and provide in court support to Judicial Officers, along with assisting in the preparation of court files, proactive file management and processing files and documents in accordance with the relevant procedures, practices and legislation. The position is also required to provide authoritative and complex procedural advice.

Key Accountabilities Include

- As a Registrar of the ChCV, performing appropriate legal, administrative and quasi-judicial functions relating to the day-to-day and ongoing operations of the court, under limited direction from the Registrar of the court.
- Under limited direction, providing administrative support to judicial officers before, during and after court proceedings, including preparation and proactive management of court files, facilitating and coordinating court processes and liaising with court users and registry staff.
- Providing authoritative advice and information on court procedures and practices, including the application of legislation, to relevant stakeholders including legal practitioners, police, youth justice officers, government agencies, clients and the general public.
- In accordance with relevant legislation and court policies,



receiving and processing court documents in a timely and efficient manner thereby ensuring hearings can proceed expeditiously.
- Liaising with the judiciary, external organisations, groups and individuals that interface with the court.

About You

- Certificate IV in Government (Court Services) or equivalent is desirable but not mandatory.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Victorian Courts and Tribunals – Demonstrates knowledge of legislation, practices, policies and procedures applicable to the Children's Court of Victoria.

How To Apply Click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:

- resume
- a short cover letter

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. 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 protected 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.

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