Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/C00522ANDC00935
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
The Registry Manager is responsible for the daily operations within the registry, including the listing and case management activities, the management of staff and will form part of the broader Children's Court Registry Management Group.
The role will assist in the development and implementation of practicies and procedures at the Wyndham Children's Court and will be active in developing strong networks with stakeholders and local services. The role has significant technical components as well as team leadership and people management components which require an advancd understanding of the Court's practices, procedures and systems as well as highly developed team leadership skills and experience.
The position operates within a demanding and sensitive environment that requires the capacity to exercise sound judgement, build relationships and liaise effectively with the judiciary and senior officers of the court.
The Registry Manager will work collaboratively with other Registry Managers across the Children's Court. Duties will include:
There are multiple positions available. Initially you will be located at 477 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne and from November 2025, you will be at Wyndham Children's Court: Basalt Rd, Werribee
About You
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated knowledge of legislation, practicies, policies and procedures applicable to Victorian Courts and Tribunals, with particular reference to the Children's Court of Victoria.
You will also:
A Certificate IV in Government (Court Services) is highly desirable.
How to apply
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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, 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.