Expression of Interest for Judicial Registrars, Magistrates’ Court of Victoria
About the role
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria seeks expressions of interest from qualified persons for appointment as a Judicial Registrar.
Judicial Registrars are appointed by the Governor in Council on the recommendation of the Attorney-General. All expressions of interest are treated confidentially and may be drawn upon on an ongoing basis as future vacancies arise.
Successful candidates will be legally qualified with substantial practice experience and a demonstrated understanding of the Court's processes. Candidates must also have superior communications skills, resilience, and the ability to make timely decisions in a fast-moving environment. Required qualifications and conditions are set out in the Magistrates' Court Act 1989.
Judicial Registrars may exercise all or any powers of the Court delegated to them pursuant to the Magistrates' Court (Judicial Registrars) Rules 2015 which include the following:
1. Certain summary and traffic offences
2. Any infringeable offence
3. Certain matters associated with warrants and search warrants
4. Licence eligibility applications
5. Certain matters coming within the Diversion Program in the criminal jurisdiction of the court
6. Certain Civil causes of action for damages, debt or liquidated demands the value of which is less than $10,000 or $20,000 where the action relates to motor car damages
7. Certain offences under the Fences Act 1968
8. Civil Interlocutory applications
9. Civil mediations
10. Applications under the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal Act 1996
11. Certain applications for Personal Safety Intervention Orders
Judicial Registrars are required to sit at locations of the Magistrates' Court throughout Victoria as directed by the Chief Magistrate.
Salaries set by Governor in Council as per the Magistrates' Court Act.
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria is committed to ensuring that MCV reflects the rich diversity of the Victorian community. Women, people of all ages, LGBTIQ+ people, those with a disability and people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:
12. a resume and a short covering letter outlining your interest in the role and details of appropriate professional and personal referees.
Any queries should be directed to Melissa Martino (Executive Director, People and Innovation) at .