VOCAT Registry Manager, Magistrates' Court of Victoria (VPSG4)

at  Magistrates Court

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Full time / until 31 December 2024
Organisation: Magistrates Court
Salary: $92,332 - $104,762
Occupation: Legal

Reference: VG/MC1476D

• Full time, fixed term until 31 December 2024 with possibility of extension
• Located at 555 Lonsdale St Melbourne in a newly refurbished office
• Play a key role in supporting victims of crime

ABOUT US

The Magistrates’ Court of Victoria (MCV) is a jurisdiction within the Court Services Victoria statutory authority, and 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 venues, equating to approximately 90 per cent 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 Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT) within MCV provides financial assistance to victims of crime committed in Victoria. VOCAT aims to assist victims of crime in their recovery by providing an accessible and empathetic service for those who require financial support.

The Registry Manager, VOCAT works collaboratively with another Registry Manager and the Senior Registry Manager and is responsible for daily operational tasks including the management of a team of staff. This role has significant technical components as well as team leadership and people-management components and, therefore, requires someone who has both an advanced understanding of the Tribunal’s protocols and procedures and leadership qualities.
The position operates within a complex, demanding and sensitive environment that requires the capacity to exercise sound judgement, liaise effectively with the Judiciary, senior officers of the courts and government departments and build relationships with key stakeholders.