Registry Manager - Bail and Remand Court

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'. 

The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) is the first level of the Victorian court system and is a jurisdiction within the Court Services Victoria.  It 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 locations, equating to approximately 90 percent 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 Bail and Remand Court (BaRC) is a dedicated court that provides operational support (including extended services outside of standard business hours) to ensure that bail applications by accused persons are heard before a Magistrate, aligned to legislation.

About the role

The Registry Manager (BaRC) at Melbourne Magistrates' Court oversees Bail and Remand Court operations, including staff supervision and compliance with legislative requirements. The role involves shift work (evenings, weekends, public holidays) and requires strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and sound judgment in a complex environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage BaRC registry operations and supervise, coach, and mentor staff
  
  
• Monitor performance, address service gaps, and implement improvements
  
  
• Ensure compliance with relevant Acts, Rules, and court procedures
  
  
• Build relationships with judiciary, court staff, and external stakeholders
  
  
• Provide expert advice on court protocols and contribute to strategic planning
  
  
• Represent BaRC in committees and prepare briefs and reports on complex issues

Our benefits

• We care about your health and wellbeing and have partnered with Fitness Passport, an initiative that allows you to access significantly discounted fitness membership program 
  
  
• A range of flexible working arrangements 
  
  
• Peer Support Program designed to help create a safe and supportive workplace where colleagues look out for each other 
  
  
• Koori staff network to enhance support for Koori staff and ensure that appropriate networks and services are readily available 
  
  
• Ongoing professional development within a collaborative and supportive work environment 

About you

• Must be a qualified, experienced Victorian Magistrates' Court Registrar
  
  
• Strong technical skills and ability to make decisions in complex, sensitive environments
  
  
• Proven leadership to manage and guide a small team during shifts
  
  
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with Judiciary, Victoria Police, and services

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

• Resume
  
  
• A short cover letter

Applications submitted during the Christmas/New Year break will be reviewed in the new year.  Recruitment activity will resume from 5 January 2026, and candidates will be contacted thereafter.  Thank you for your understanding, and we wish you a safe and happy holiday season.

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, 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.