Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $81,496 - $90,227
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/C1121DR1
Associate to a Judicial Officer of the County Court of Victoria – Her Honour Judge Davis
Overview
Acknowledgment of Country
Court Services Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples and Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land and waterways upon which our lives depend. We pay respect to their Elders, knowledge holders and leaders - past and present
CCV
The County Court of Victoria (CCV) within Court Services 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'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.
The County Court regularly sits across 12 circuit locations. Circuits are generally 4 to 5 weeks in length and most Judges in the Criminal and Common Law Divisions undertake two circuits annually.
About the Role
We are seeking to appoint an Associate to support her Honour Judge Davis at the County Court of Victoria.
Her Honour Judge Davis hears matters in both the Criminal and Common Law Divisions.
As Judge Davis' associate, you will provide high-level legal and administrative support to her Honour both within the Court and in chambers and work closely with another associate. The role requires articulate and resilient individuals, with high level written and analytical skills, who are passionate about the justice system.
This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience in the Court and exposure to complex legal matters, judicial reasoning, and advocacy styles. You will gain a thorough working knowledge of legal principles and legislation in a complex, demanding and sensitive environment.
Ideally you will have demonstrated legal ability, a strong interest in the work of both the Common Law and Criminal Divisions of the Court, a high level of attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
Duties include:
In the Criminal and Common Law Divisions an Associate you will be required to manage juries, including arraignments and take verdicts, record and disseminate orders and maintain court files, exhibits and transcripts.
An Associate must be highly proficient in the use of technology as the role involves utilising technology, often integrated with video conferencing platforms such as Zoom and Webex, to facilitate hearings, and to record evidence.
About you
As the preferred candidate, you will have:
Benefits
There are several key benefits to the role, including:
How to Apply
Your application must include:
For further information on the position, please see the attached position description.
For any enquiries about this position please contact Benjamin Spurr, Judicial Staff Coordinator at [email protected]
Interested candidates are also encouraged to visit the County Court of Victoria website www.countycourt.vic.gov.au to find out more about the County Court's jurisdiction.
Applications close: Wednesday 16 September 2026 at 11:59 pm.
Note: Applications will be considered as they are received, and you may be contacted prior to the application close date for interview. We encourage early applications.
Late applications will not be accepted, and all applications must be lodged online via the Careers Victoria website, outlining professional skills, knowledge and personal qualities.
Wellbeing in the Court Environment
Working at the County Court can be both rewarding and meaningful. At times, however, your work may involve exposure to sensitive, confronting or potentially distressing material. The County Court recognises the impact of these demands on our people, and have a range of services, programs, and strategies in place to help mitigate the psychological impact of exposures.
We are committed to fostering a thriving and supported workforce, and we partner with our employees to make this h appen. The County Court expects that employees play an active role in managing their psychological health, including reaching out for assistance to our support services when needed.
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.