Executive Director Operations (Registry Services)

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'. 

Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.

 CCV

The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law, and commercial cases each year. The County Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial matters. In its criminal jurisdiction, the Court hears all indictable offences except treason, murder, and related offences.

There are a total of 80 Judges of the Court and over 300 staff, including judicial support staff. The County Court regularly conducts circuit sittings at 12 circuit courts situated in major centres throughout regional Victoria.

The County Court is committed to continuous improvement in accordance with the International Framework for Court Excellence. The Court's vision is to be a leader in court excellence, delivering the highest standard of justice to the community and inspiring public confidence in the rule of law.

 

About the Role

This executive leadership role provides strategic direction and oversight across one of the most complex and high-impact areas of the Court, its Registry, encompassing the Criminal, Common Law and Commercial Divisions. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and forming part of the Court's Executive Leadership Team, the Executive Director plays a critical role in ensuring that judicial officers and court users are supported by operational services that are fair, timely, efficient and accessible.

Leading a large and multidisciplinary team, the Executive Director is responsible for driving the delivery of integrated, fit-for-purpose court registry and support services across all three Divisions. The role is a key partner to the judiciary and senior Court leaders and provides expert, solutions-focused advice on a wide range of issues — from resource planning and operational delivery to strategic change, project leadership and service innovation.

This role requires a high level of engagement with internal and external stakeholders, and oversight of operational change initiatives such as policy development, service reform, workforce planning and organisational transformation. The Executive Director also represents the Court in senior interdepartmental forums and sector-wide initiatives.

• As a leader of leaders, the Executive Director fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, transparency, innovation and continuous improvement, ensuring operational integrity while preparing the Registry to meet the future needs of the Court and the community.

The Executive Director is required to actively promote a health, safety and wellbeing culture by modelling commitment and supporting staff to be aware of, and comply with, health, safety and wellbeing principles and practices.

The role has 4 direct reports and 61 indirect reports.

 

This position is fixed term until mid-October 2026

 

About You

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working at a senior level in complex and dynamic environments along with critical analysis and strategic advice experience. You will also have:

• a significant knowledge of Court administration and experience in Government processes and requirements
• notable experience in leading teams in a complex setting and across disciplines
• demonstrated experience in project management, program implementation and financial management

For further information on the key selection criteria, see the Position Description.

 

Qualifications

Mandatory tertiary qualifications, preferably post graduate level, in public administration or management, along with experience in a similar role.

 

How to apply

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

• resume 
• a short cover letter
• a brief statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria (not exceeding two pages)
• a copy of your academic transcript

 

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, we conduct pre-employment checks, including but not limited to, reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially and with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both our candidates and the organisation.