• Koori Justice
• Magistrates’ Court of Victoria 
• Lead policy reform across Specialist Courts and Programs
• Ongoing Grade 6 Position
• Melbourne CBD location 

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.

About the role

An Aboriginal Designated position, responsible for providing advice on victim centred, therapeutic approaches and policy reform with a particular focus on Koori justice across all Specialist Courts.

Supporting the Supervising Magistrate for Koori Justice and working closely with Specialist Courts and Programs and the Family Violence Branch, this role is responsible for research, review, development and reform of policy across the Koori Justice portfolio at MCV.

About you

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong conceptual and analytical abilities to develop and support improved and equitable justice outcomes for the Koori community
• Extensive experience and a record of achievement in policy development.
• Demonstrated experience in development and implementation of complex strategic policy initiatives
• Sound knowledge of the Victorian Justice system, SCP, solution focused courts and therapeutic jurisprudence

How to apply

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

• resume 
• a short covering letter
• completed application form (see file attachment)

Other information

Court Services Victoria (CSV) is the employer of staff at all Victorian courts and tribunals, the Judicial College of Victoria, and the Judicial Commission of Victoria. CSV offers a wide range of legal and non-legal career options as well as attractive employee benefits.

CSV is committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. 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.

Magistrates' Court of Victoria's vision is that all employees access and enjoy the same rights, responsibilities, resources and opportunities regardless of their gender, identity or cultural beliefs. The Magistrates' Court of Victoria is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace and has zero tolerance for violence against women.

For further information on this position and to submit your application, please click Apply Now.