VOCAT Registry Manager, Magistrates' Court of Victoria (VPSG4) Job posted: 06/05/2024
Job type: Full time / until 31 December 2024
Organisation: Magistrates Court
Reference: VG/MC1476D
• Full time, fixed term until 31 December 2024 with possibility of extension
• Located at 555 Lonsdale St Melbourne in a newly refurbished office
• Play a key role in supporting victims of crime
About Us The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) is a jurisdiction within the Court Services Victoria statutory authority, and has a long history of providing justice for the people of Victoria in metropolitan and regional courts across the state. The Court determines in excess of 300,000 cases per annum at 51 venues, equating to approximately 90 per cent of all cases that come before Victorian courts each year. The Court aims to be an innovative, accessible and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community.
The Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT) within MCV provides financial assistance to victims of crime committed in Victoria. VOCAT aims to assist victims of crime in their recovery by providing an accessible and empathetic service for those who require financial support.
About the Role The Registry Manager, VOCAT works collaboratively with another Registry Manager and the Senior Registry Manager and is responsible for daily operational tasks including the management of a team of staff. This role has significant technical components as well as team leadership and people-management components and, therefore, requires someone who has both an advanced understanding of the Tribunal's protocols and procedures and leadership qualities.
The position operates within a complex, demanding and sensitive environment that requires the capacity to exercise sound judgement, liaise effectively with the Judiciary, senior officers of the courts and government departments and build relationships with key stakeholders.
About You The position operates within a complex, demanding and sensitive environment that requires the capacity to exercise sound judgement, liaise effectively with a number of stakeholders including the Judiciary, Victoria Police, legal practitioners, various court user groups as well as members of the public.
It is essential that the person possesses excellent interpersonal and both verbal and written communication skills. An understanding of the VOCAT jurisdiction and the powers and functions of a registrar of the Tribunal are fundamental to the role. Formal managerial experience is desirable, but not essential.
This is a fantastic development opportunity for someone with a passion for working with victims. A legal, criminology or justice-related qualification will be highly regarded.
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resume 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 get in touch with the Position Contact listed in the Position Description. 9 jobs are currently listed for Magistrates Court
Job type:Full time / until 31 December 2024
Job classification:VPSG4
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