The Registrar's Office (Magistrates Court) provides support to the Magistrates Court and the Judiciary including exercising statutory powers of a Registrar/Senior Deputy Registrar of the Court and providing legal, policy and procedural advice. The primary role of the Senior Director, Legal (MC) is to: Exercise the statutory powers and delegated judicial powers of a deputy registrar of the ACT Magistrates Court, Industrial Court, Family Violence Court, Coroner's Court and Children's Court; Provide high level policy and legal advice on questions of law/justice administration, practice and policy on matters affecting the ACT Courts. The Senior Director, Legal (MC) also has responsibility for providing direction and support to ACT Courts registry staff in the law and practice relevant to the operations of the ACT Courts. This includes providing training and advice to staff on legal matters and the exercise of statutory powers and functions. The Senior Director, Legal (MC) will engage with key stakeholders including members of the legal profession, stakeholder and user groups, the Justice and Community Safety Directorate, other Government agencies and members of the community on matters relating to the functions of the ACT Courts. NOTE: The nature of the organisation is such that staff may be exposed to sensitive material or information that may be confronting and culturally sensitive. ACTCT provides support services and training to assist staff in being culturally aware, resilient and safe in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other requirements: To be eligible for permanent employment within the ACT Public Service you must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident. To be eligible for temporary employment with the ACT Public Service you must hold a valid work visa, be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident. This position requires a degree in laws of an Australian tertiary institution, or a comparable overseas qualification, which, in the opinion of the Chief Executive Officer and Principal Registrar, is appropriate to the duties of the office. This position requires admission as a legal practitioner, however described, of the High Court or the Supreme Court of an Australian State or Territory. Experience working in a court environment is highly desirable. How to Apply: To apply, applicants are required to submit the following: A two-page written response addressing the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge and Behavioural Capabilities in the Position Description, having regard for the job requirements. A current curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of two referees (one should be a current Supervisor/Manager). Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.
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