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 MCV determines in excess of 200,000 cases per annum at 51 venues, dealing with over 90 percent of all adult cases that come before Victorian courts each year.

MCV aims to be an innovative, accessible and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community.

About the Role

Are you looking to take the next step in your career? Do you enjoy working with people, thrive in fast-paced environments and want to contribute to your local community?

As a Trainee Court Registrar (TCR), you will be part of a workforce who facilitates the provision of justice to Victorian communities. You will provide quality administrative and customer service support to the judiciary and court users of the Magistrates' Court of Victoria.

TCRs complete an 18-month internal training program to develop their skills and experience across a variety of court processes. On successful completion of the training program, TCR's can apply to become a Deputy Registrar which may then lead to a wide variety of roles throughout the Magistrates' Court and other jurisdictions.

The main duty of a TCR is bench clerking in a courtroom, either in a physical courtroom or online, dealing with a wide variety of cases. This involves:

• Supporting the magistrate or judicial registrar in the courtroom
• Making announcements and swearing in witnesses
• Operating a range of complex technology, including facilitating the audio recording of cases and using various case management systems and videoconferencing platforms
• Liaising professionally with police officers, legal representatives and other court users
• Coordinating the movement of parties within a fast-paced courtroom environment.  

When performing registrar duties outside of the courtroom, TCRs will assist with various duties in the registry including:

• Assisting a diverse range of stakeholders such as legal professionals and self-represented parties with their enquiries via telephone, email or at the counter
• Providing high-quality, face-to-face customer service in a fast-paced environment
• Handling complex or sensitive enquiries with professionalism and sound judgment
• Performing a range of administrative tasks as required.

Benefits

As a Trainee Court Registrar, you will receive:

• A meaningful career supporting Victorian communities and the justice system
• Comprehensive training program – learn on the job with full support
• Career progression opportunities across Court Services Victoria
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Access to employee wellbeing and support programs
• The opportunity to live and work in regional Victoria while building a long-term public sector career

Work Location

This role is based at Swan Hill, with an expectation to travel to Kerang, and other ad hoc travel within the Loddon Mallee region.

This opportunity is ideal for:

• Local candidates seeking stable and rewarding employment
• Career changers looking for meaningful work
• Candidates interested in regional Victoria
• Graduates seeking hands-on professional experience

About You

You don't need legal experience, but you do need the right mindset. As a preferred candidate, you will have:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and confidence in public speaking
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
• High proficiency in using technology and confidence working across a range of software systems
• A collaborative mindset and strong commitment to delivering high-quality service in a team-oriented environment
• A valid Australian State or Territory driver licence

How to apply

Click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:

• resume 
• a short cover letter
• responses to the short screening questions in the online application form

Note: Applications will be considered as they are received, and you may be contacted prior to the application close date. We encourage early applications.

Wellbeing in the Court Environment

Working at the Magistrates' Court can be both rewarding and meaningful. At times, however, your work may involve exposure to sensitive, confronting or potentially distressing material. The Magistrates' Court recognises the impact of these demands on our people, and have a range of services, programs, and strategies in place to help mitigate the psychological impact of exposures.

We are committed to fostering a thriving and supported workforce, and we partner with our employees to make this happen. The Magistrates' Court expects that employees play an active role in managing their psychological health, including reaching out for assistance to our support services when needed.

Other information

Court Services Victoria (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. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for these opportunities. For cultural support or all enquiries relating to support available for First Nations applicants, please contact the CSV Dhumba Murmuk Djerring Unit: dmdu@courts.vic.gov.au

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, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.