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 jurisdictions own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.

CCV The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 11,000 criminal, common law and commercial cases each year.

The County

Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial matters. In its criminal jurisdiction, the Court hears all indictable offences except treason, murder and related offences.

There are a total of 70 Judges of the Court and over 200 staff, including judicial support staff.

The County

Court regularly conducts circuit sittings at 12 circuit courts situated in major centres throughout regional Victoria.

The County Court is committed to continuous improvement in accordance with the International Framework for Court Excellence. The Court's vision is to be a leader in court excellence, delivering the highest standard of justice to the community and inspiring public confidence in the rule of law.

About The Role The County Koori Court is an alternative way of administering sentences so that Court processes are more culturally accessible as well as acceptable and comprehensible to the Koori Community. The key emphasis is on creating an informal atmosphere which allows for greater participation by the Koori Community through the Aboriginal Elders and Respected Persons, the Koori Court Officer, Koori offenders and their families in the court and sentencing process.





Responsibilities The County Koori Court Unit is also responsible for embedding self-determination initiatives, driving cultural safety activities and providing crucial services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people attending the County Court of Victoria. The day-to-day activities of the role are to:

- Ensuring County Koori Court hearings run smoothly for the accused person to engage meaningfully in the sentencing conversation with Elders, Respected Persons and Judges.
- Working closely with Elders and Respected Persons, Judges and Associates to ensure that the Court has all of the relevant information it needs to make decisions.
- In collaboration with colleagues providing support to support Elders and Respected Persons' recruitment, induction, training and professional development.
- Offering cultural advice and building cultural awareness throughout the organisation, including provision of secondary consultation to other Units across the County Court.
- Connecting and engaging with communities across the eight County Koori Court locations to build understanding, trust, confidence and ownership of the County Koori Court.
- Building and maintaining relationships with local services to support County Koori Court participants by providing culturally relevant information and referrals.
- Delivering court excellence by driving the continuous improvement and innovation of the County Koori Court model, systems and processes.

About You The County Koori Court Unit is looking for a passionate and highly capable Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with:

- sound knowledge of Victorian Aboriginal culture, society, and an ability to communicate effectively with Victorian Aboriginal people
- demonstrated experience in providing culturally sensitive support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants
- knowledge of the Victorian Justice system, particularly related to Koori justice,



solution focused courts, and therapeutic jurisprudence

Note: This role is based in Melbourne but requires regular regional travel. This is an Aboriginal Designated position in accordance with Court Services Victoria Designated Positions policy. This position is classified under 'special measures', section 12 of the Equal Chance Act 2010. To ensure that the intention of the recruitment process is maintained, a 'Confirmation of Aboriginality' document is required from applicants.

How To Apply

Your application must include

- a cover letter outlining your interests and suitability for the role
- a current resume

Other Information Court Services Victoria (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. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for these opportunities. For cultural support or all enquiries relating to support available for First Nations applicants, please contact the CSV Dhumba Murmuk Djerring Unit: [email protected]

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 get in touch with the Talent Acquisition team: [email protected]

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, we conduct pre-employment checks, including but not limited to, reference checks, police checks, misconduct screening, and a pre-employment health declaration. These checks are handled confidentially and with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both our candidates and the organisation.

📌 Senior Koori Court Officer, County Court (Melbourne)
🏢 Court Services Victoria
📍 Melbourne