Registrar - Senior Project and Implementation Officer - Youth Justice Act

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.

 

ChCV

The Children's Court of Victoria (ChCV) is a specialist court that hears and determines cases in two divisions. The Family Division hears and determines cases involving the care and protection of Victorian children who are at risk of harm. The Criminal Division hears and determines the criminal charges brought against children between the ages of 10-17 years.

As a specialist and dedicated court, we are able to focus solely on responding to the particular needs and interests of children, young people and their families. This focus guides our approach to the delivery of judicial, dispute resolution, registry and support services, as well as the physical environment of our courts.

The ChCV expertly and fairly applies the law in cases involving children and young people. We work closely with youth justice, legal services, child protection and other community-based services to provide a multi-disciplinary court response to address the best interest of children in need of protection, whilst promoting the accountability and rehabilitation of young offenders and in doing so, improving community safety.

 

About the Role

This is a fantastic fixed term opportunity to take on a new role responsible for leading and coordinating the operational implementation of the Youth Justice Act 2024 within the Children's Court of Victoria.

In this role you will provide specialist advice, project leadership and practical guidance to support legislative transition, ensuring court operations, practices and workforce capability align with statutory requriements.

You will be responsible for:

• leading the planning for legislative reform and coordinating project delivery
• developing and implementing operational policies and procedures arising from legislative change and supporting operational leaders to embed new practices and address implementation issues
• delivering training and capability support to staff
• maintaining accurate record keeping to ensure governance, reporting and quality assurance is in accordance with the ChCV project management framework and organisational requirements
• developing and maintaining strong stakeholder engagement, including with working groups and executive members of the ChCV
• undertaking Registrar duties including appropriate administrative and quasi-judicial functions relating to the day-to-day operations of the ChCV

 

This is a fixed term opportunity for 6 months

 

About You

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated knowledge of Victorian Courts and Tribunals and extensive knowledge of legislation, practices, policies and procedures applicable to the Children's Court of Victoria and Victorian Courts and Tribunals more broadly.  

You will demonstrate:

• strong flexibility and adaptability skills to quickly pivot to changing priorities and situations
• experience in analytical thinking and problem solving
• highly developed communication skills, with proven ability to use various communication media to convey information
• proven ability to actively foster organisational teamwork with a commitment to service excellence and continuous improvement

 

How to apply

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

• resume 
• a short cover letter

 

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.