Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $100,894 - $114,476
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: VG/C01349NS
This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
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.
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) has a long history of providing justice for the people of Victoria in metropolitan and regional courts across the state. The MCV determines in excess of 200,000 cases per annum at 51 venues, dealing with over 90 percent of all adult cases that come before Victorian courts each year.
MCV aims to be an innovative, accessible and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community.
The Koori Court was established to provide a culturally appropriate sentencing process for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It aims to enhance access to justice, reduce reoffending, and address the overrepresentation of First Nations people in the criminal justice system.
At Court Services Victoria, we recognise and value the unique cultural knowledge, community connections and leadership of Koori and First Nations staff. Our commitment to self-determination is reflected through our active Koori Staff Network and ongoing initiatives focused on culture, healing, cultural safety and community-led outcomes.
About the Role
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria is seeking a Koori Court Officer to play a vital role in supporting the delivery of the Koori Court and improving access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
This newly established role is integral to the successful launch of the Wyndham Koori Court in January 2027. To ensure the court is community-led from the outset, the Koori Court Officer will be appointed in advance of commencement to drive meaningful engagement and build strong, culturally safe partnerships across the region.
As a key community-facing position, the Koori Court Officer will cultivate trusted relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, local service providers and justice stakeholders. The role will also champion the recruitment and support of Elders and Respected Persons who will contribute to the Wyndham Koori Court, while fostering connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support services throughout the Wyndham catchment to help establish a strong network of culturally responsive support for court participants. As a trusted cultural advisor, advocate and connector, you will build strong relationships with community members, Elders and Respected Persons, court staff and key stakeholders to ensure culturally responsive and effective court experiences. You will provide non-legal support, coordinate Koori Court hearings, facilitate referrals to support services, and help strengthen community confidence in the justice system.
About You
As an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, you bring strong cultural knowledge, insight and understa nding of the Victorian Koori Community, particularly in the context of the justice system. You will bring:
Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply. To ensure that the intention of the recruitment process is maintained, a ‘Confirmation of Aboriginality' document will be required preferred applicant/s, you are also welcomed to attach this as part of your application.
How to apply
Click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:
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.