Senior Registry Officers

Description:

The Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in the State. Its Registry has two arms - Civil and Appeals & Crime. The Civil arm supports the Common Law Division, the Commercial Court, Costs Court and certain functions of the Prothonotary.
The Court recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations and to achieve its goal of being an outstanding superior court. The Court strives to create a high performing workplace characterised by creativity, innovation, flexibility and high-quality service delivery.
About the Role
The Supreme Court of Victoria is seeking two motivated, team focused individuals to join the Civil arm of the Supreme Court Registry. The Registry provides services to the judiciary, legal profession, Court users and the public. Senior Registry Officers are responsible for undertaking a variety of administrative support functions within the Registry.
Senior Registry Officers are responsible for undertaking a variety of specialist functions within Registry including:
* Providing information and authoritative advice on Court procedures and practices to court users.
* Coordinating case management tasks including the filing, listing and processing of proceedings before the Court and the authentication and processing of orders.
* Taking receipt of checked documents and completing financial transactions (via counter service or electronic filing facilities).
* Contributing towards the overall improvement of Registry by training, supporting and supervising staff in their learning and development, and initiating improvements to practices and procedures where appropriate.
* Maintaining the Court's electronic case management system, filing of documents/correspondence, file maintenance and preparation.
* Maintaining and monitoring lists of cases and liaising with the chambers of judicial officers to ensure the smooth operation of the Court.
* Establishing and maintaining trusting working relationships with Registry lawyers and Associate
About You
The successful candidates will be natural leaders, and will be able to effectively supervise, support and develop others. They will be self-driven and committed to the team which supports the judiciary, Court users and members of the public. They will be able to work effectively as part of a team and be flexible in their approach to work.
The Court provides a comprehensive employee benefits program and the opportunity to participate in professional growth and development. We are an equal opportunity employer and foster diversity in the workplace.
How to apply
Applicants should familiarise themselves with the attached position description and submit an application comprising the following:
* Cover letter; and
* Resume
For any enquiries regarding these positions, please contact Melissa Ciavarella, Assistant Manager, Civil on(03) 8600 2029 and melissa.ciavarella@supcourt.vic.gov.au.
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.