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Strategic Leadership at the Heart of Court Operations
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Lead Change Across a Complex and Dynamic Environment
Position title:
Executive Director, Court Practice and Strategy
Position number:
C01283
Jurisdiction/Business Unit:
Magistrates' Court of Victoria
Unit/Branch:
Court Practice and Strategy
Classification/Grade:
SES-1
Employment status:
Full Time, fixed term executive contract (up to 5 years)
Position reports to:
Chief Executive Officer, Magistrates' Court of Victoria
Location:
181 William Street, Melbourne
Position contact:
This is a unique opportunity to influence court practice across Victoria, work closely with judicial leadership, and help deliver a modern, consistent and accessible justice system.
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria is seeking an accomplished executive leader to drive strategic, operational and practice excellence across one of Victoria's largest and busiest courts.
Reporting directly to the CEO and as a member of the Executive Group, the Executive Director, Court Practice and Strategy provides strategic leadership over the systems, programs, policies and practices that underpin court operations. This influential role will help shape the future of court service delivery, enhance the court user experience, and drive consistency, innovation and continuous improvement across all court locations.
You will:
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Provide authoritative advice to the Chief Magistrate, CEO, judiciary and executive leaders.
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Lead strategic policy, practice development and legislative change initiatives.
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Oversee court data, performance monitoring and organisational improvement programs.
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Drive consistency, quality assurance and best-practice court operations across Victoria.
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Champion cultural safety, accessibility and Koori justice initiatives.
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Build strong partnerships with the judiciary, government agencies and key stakeholders.
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Lead a team of subject matter experts delivering high-quality strategic and operational support.
About You
You are a strategic and collaborative executive with a strong track record leading complex organisations through change and transformation.
You will bring:
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Significant senior lea dership experience in a large, complex environment.
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Exceptional strategic thinking, governance and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Experience driving organisational performance, service excellence and innovation.
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Strong analytical and policy capabilities, with the ability to influence at the highest levels.
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A commitment to cultural safety, diversity, inclusion and public sector values.
How to apply
Click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:
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resume
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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.
