In-Court Registrar, Bendigo Children's Court

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

** This is an exciting opporutnity with the commencement of full-time sittings for Children's Court of Victoria in Bendigo **

The In-Court Registrar is responsible for providing dedicated, quality judicial support to judicial officers.  In-Court Registrars are required to perform administrative tasks, manage courtroom processes and provide in court support to Judicial Officers, assist with court user enquiries and have proactive file management to ensure a seamless and high quality service is provided.

Responsibilities include:

• providing authoritative advice and information on court procedures and practices to internal and external stakeholders
• performing quasi-judicial functions relating to day-to-day and ongoing operations of the court, with limited direction
• assisting in the development, evaluation and implementation of new policies and procedures
• preparing and submitting professional reports, correspondence and other documentation which may include sensitive information or analysis
• receiving and processing court documents in a timely and efficient manner to ensure hearings can proceed expeditiously
• ensuring judicial officers have exemplary administrative support during and after court proceedings, including proactive management of court files

About You

The ideal candidate will highly value the vision for providing consistent access for all Victorians to a specialist, independent Children's Court to ensure cases involving children and young people are heard in a safe and culturally appropriate environment.

This position operates within a demanding and sensitive environment that requires the capacity to exercise sound judgement, build relationships and liaise effectively with judiciary and senior officers of the court.

You will have knowledge of Victorian Courts and Tribunals and be able to demonstrate:

• strong communication skills with the ability to use various methods to convey information and ideas in a way that the audience can understand the message
• proven ability to work collaboratively with others, engaging in a supportive and cooperative manner to share responsibilities for the delivery of work outcomes
• your skills in remaining flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• experience in critical thinking to objectively analyse and evaluate data, points of view and/or needs of stakeholders to find potential solutions

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 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.