Vocat Registry Manager, Magistrates' Court of

2 weeks ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

About us
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) is a jurisdiction within the Court Services Victoria statutory authority, and has a long history of providing justice for the people of Victoria in metropolitan and regional courts across the state.
The Court determines in excess of 300,000 cases per annum at 51 venues, equating to approximately 90 per cent of all cases that come before Victorian courts each year. The Court aims to be an innovative, accessible and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community.
The Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT) within MCV provides financial assistance to victims of crime committed in Victoria. VOCAT aims to assist victims of crime in their recovery by providing an accessible and empathetic service for those who require financial support. VOCAT is going through an exciting period of change, with centralisation of VOCAT operations statewide due to kick off in early 2023.
About the role
The Registry Manager, VOCAT works collaboratively with the Senior Registry Manager and is responsible for daily operational tasks including the management of staff has 9 VPS2 direct reports.
This role has significant technical components as well as team leadership and people-management components and, therefore, requires someone who has both an advanced understanding of the Tribunal's protocols and procedures and leadership qualities.
The position operates within a complex, demanding and sensitive environment that requires the capacity to exercise sound judgement, liaise effectively with the Judiciary, senior officers of the courts and government departments and build relationships with key stakeholders.
About you
The position operates within a complex, demanding and sensitive environment that requires the capacity to exercise sound judgement, liaise effectively with a number of stakeholders including the Judiciary, Victoria Police, legal practitioners, various court user groups as well as members of the public. It is essential that the person possesses excellent interpersonal and both verbal and written communication skills.
An understanding of the VOCAT jurisdiction and the powers and functions of a registrar of the Tribunal are fundamental to the role. Formal managerial experience is desirable, but not essential.
This is a fantastic development opportunity for someone with a passion for working with victims. A legal, criminology or justice-related qualification will be highly regarded.
How to apply
- resume
- a short covering letter

For further information on the position, please see the attached position description.

**Other Information**:
Court Services Victoria (CSV) is the employer of staff at all Victorian courts and tribunals, the Judicial College of Victoria, and the Judicial Commission of Victoria. CSV offers a wide range of legal and non-legal career options as well as attractive employee benefits. Employees of Court Services Victoria are required to comply with any applicable government pandemic order, as well as any policy implemented by Court Services Victoria, in relation to mandatory vaccinations against COVID-19. It is a condition of any offer of employment that applicants for vacant roles with Court Services Victoria agree to comply with any applicable pandemic order or policy regarding mandatory vaccinations.



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