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Lead work that delivers real impact for individuals, families, and the community
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Be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team environment
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Fixed term until August 2027. Based at Heidelberg Magistrates' 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'.
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.
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) 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
Lead a high-impact team supporting some of the court's most complex and vulnerable users.
The Court Services Manager is a pivotal leadership role within the Magistrates' Court of Victoria, responsible for overseeing specialist programs that support individuals with complex needs. Reporting to the Senior Registrar, you will lead multidisciplinary teams and work closely with Judicial Officers and court leadership to deliver responsive, high-quality support services.
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Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary team, including CISP, ARC, Family Violence practitioners, and Koori Court Officers
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Oversee the delivery of therapeutic, evidence-based support services aligned to best practice
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Guide the application of risk and needs assessments, case management, and support planning
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Provide authoritative advice to inform court processes and judicial decision-making
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Ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery aligned with legislative and practice frameworks
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Build strong relationships with Judicial Officers, internal stakeholders, and community organisations
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Drive continuous improvement, performance monitoring, and program outcomes
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Foster a culturally safe and inclusive environment, particularly for First Nations staff and court users
About You
You will bring:
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Experience leading high-performing, multidisciplinary teams
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An understanding of solution-focused courts and therapeutic program delivery within the justice system
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Brings expertise in therapeutic service delivery, case management, and complex needs
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Knowledge of victim and people who use violence interventions
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Strong capability in applying risk and needs assessment tools and developing effective case management and support plans
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 lingui stically 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.
