Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/JS0569NS
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.
The Judicial Commission is an independent statutory corporation established under the Judicial Commission of Victoria Act 2016 to investigate complaints about the conduct or capacity of judicial officers or non-judicial VCAT members (Officer). The Commission provides an accessible and transparent complaint process which will ensure public confidence in the Victorian courts.
This Commission is an independent body established to investigate complaints about the conduct and capacity of judicial officers and non-judicial Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) members. The Commission receives administrative support from Court Services Victoria (CSV), a large public entity.
About the role
A unique opportunity to work in the important field of judicial ethics and integrity, in a hybrid work environment, where development and well-being is a high priority. The Commission seeks to promote public confidence in the courts and VCAT and define the standards expected of judicial officers, both in and out of the court room. The Commission's Board is chaired by the Chief Justice of Victoria.
The lawyer provides high-quality legal advice to the Director and Board to support the Commission's complaint investigation function regarding Victorian judicial officers including Magistrates, Judges and VCAT members.
In this pivotal role, you will also be responsible for investigating complaints and providing confidential, high-quality legal advice to the Board of the Commission. The role works closely with the Director and Manager, Legal & Complaints to support preparation of Board papers, investigation reports, Investigating Panel investigations and hearings and policy development as well as unique legal research. The role involves liaison with complainants and court staff to support complaint investigations.
Benefits
• Access to state-of-the-art end-of-trip facilities make it easy to commute by bike or take a break during the day to exercise.
• A comprehensive well-being program is also available.
• Ongoing professional development is paramount, with access to internal and external opportunities.
About you
• You will have 3+ years legal experience, preferably with a litigation, regulatory or administrative law background including court or tribunal experience.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• You are a team player, who thrives on working with others to achieve common goals and inspires others to do the same
How to apply
To apply, please click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following documents in your application:
• Resume
• A 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 co ntributions 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, we conduct pre-employment checks, including but not limited to, reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. 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.