RoleJudges of the Court are supported by Associates who assist in the management and coordination of the Judge's judicial, ceremonial, court management, administrative and legal research responsibilities.The Court is seeking expressions of interest from legally qualified individuals to fill Associate vacancies across the Criminal Division commencing in mid-late 2024 and early 2025.The duties of an Associate are detailed in the attached position description, but specifically include: preparing research memoranda, case summaries and assisting in the production of judgments, including proofreading and editingclerking in court – opening, adjourning and closing the court, empanelling juries, acting as a jurykeeper, and using courtroom technology to ensure proceedings are transcribed and technological aids are readily available to counselproviding administrative assistance to the Judge during hearings and in chambersliaising with Court staff, the public and the professionaccompanying the Judge to circuit courts in regional Victoria, as and when required.About YouThe role requires a high degree of sensitivity and professionalism as you will be working closely with Judges, court staff, legal practitioners, and members of the public.To be successful in the role of Associate you will possess the following: a law degreean excellent academic recordhighly developed legal research skillsdemonstrated ability in statutory interpretationexcellent interpersonal and communication skills to confidently and accurately convey information over the telephone, in writing and in person to members of the legal profession, the public and the mediaexceptional organisational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to exercise sound judgmentexcellent computer literacy and administrative experiencwell-developed proofreading skills with proficiency in grammarpost-graduate legal experience, although not mandatory, is highly desirable.How to applyApplications should be submitted through the Victorian Government Careers website.Click the 'Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application: resume a short cover letteracademoc transcript Applicants are not required to separately address the key selection criteria.Other informationCSV 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.If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process please get in touch with the Position Contact listed in the Position Description.
