• Lead a high performing team of professionals
• Provide expert advice to Coroners on family violence related death investigations
• The ability to work flexibly between the office and home

About us

The Coroners Court is responsible for:

• Independently investigating deaths and fires. Certain deaths and fires are reported to the Coroners for independent investigation. Their investigations seek to establish the facts – when, where, how, and why the death or fire happened.
• Reducing preventable deaths. Wherever possible, the Coroner will suggest ways to prevent similar deaths or fires by making well informed and practical recommendations, based on the evidence before them.
• Promoting public health and safety and the administration of justice. The court regularly reports on data and trends regarding preventable deaths in Victoria to help inform public health responses.

About the role

The Coroners Prevention Unit (CPU) provides support to Coroners to fulfil their prevention mandate to improve public health and safety.

Within the CPU, the Family Violence team conducts in-depth reviews of family violence related deaths and formulates evidence-based reports to the Coroner with the aim of strengthening the system response to family violence, and to prevent future deaths.

The Manager Family Violence is responsible for:  

• Conducting in-depth review of a range of materials to identify the need for, and nature of, further investigation by the Coroner.
• Drafting reports and providing advice in relation to suspected family violence related deaths.
• Preparing case summaries and compiling records to inform further investigation by relevant experts.

About you

We are looking for a dynamic leader with excellent communication skills and a commitment to public health and safety with:  

• High-level knowledge and experience in the family violence response system.
• Demonstrated experience in research and analysis, with the ability to synthesise complex concepts into concise reports.
• Proven ability to manage complex caseloads.

How to apply

To apply, please click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following documents in your application:

• Resume.
• A cover letter (not exceeding two pages) demonstrating attributes and experience relevant to the role (see the Key Selection criteria in the Position Description).
• A short response to the following question (in addition to the two pages above)

CCOV is an environment that can expose staff to images, case history, testimony and behaviour that can cause stress and/or distress at times.

Question: What strategies would you employ to help deal with these potential stressors? 

For further information on the position, please see the attached position description. 

Other Information:

Employees of Court Services Victoria are required to comply with any applicable government pandemic order, as well as any policy implemented by Court Services Victoria, in relation to mandatory vaccinations against COVID-19.  It is a condition of any offer of employment that applicants for vacant roles with Court Services Victoria agree to comply with any applicable pandemic order or policy regarding mandatory vaccinations.

CSV is committed to building a diverse workforce, inclusive culture, providing a safe and respectful workplace and has zero tolerance for violence against women. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.