The County Koori Court is a division of the County Court that deals with the sentencing aspects of a criminal case

The County Koori Court model aims to deliver a more accessible process that improves outcomes and increase confidence in the justice system. The model involves greater participation of Aboriginal people in the sentencing process of the County Court by involving Elders and Respected Persons, engaging the offender directly, and relying on input from key stakeholders

The Senior Koori Court Office coordinates the administrative activities that deliver high-quality County Koori Court operations

About Us

Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission. 

Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the ‘Courts Group'. 

Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdictions own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.

CCV

The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law, and commercial cases each year. The County Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial matters. In its criminal jurisdiction, the Court hears all indictable offences except treason, murder, and related offences.

There are a total of 80 Judges of the Court and over 300 staff, including judicial support staff. The County Court regularly conducts circuit sittings at 12 circuit courts situated in major centres throughout regional Victoria.

The County Court is committed to continuous improvement in accordance with the International Framework for Court Excellence. The Court's vision is to be a leader in court excellence, delivering the highest standard of justice to the community and inspiring public confidence in the rule of law.

About the Role

Reporting to the County Koori Court Manager, the Senior Koori Court Officer proactively builds and maintains relationships between the County Court, the Victorian Aboriginal Community and other key stakeholders - including prosecutors, legal practitioners and corrections staff.

This role plans and organises County Koori Court hearings, provides culturally appropriate information and support, and works with Elders and Respected Persons appointed to the Court.  The role monitors data, contributing to the County Koori Court's evidence-base and to continuous quality improvement.

This role is based in Melbourne but involves regular regional travel.  Flexible work arrangements may be considered.

About You

The County Court is looking for the following skills and experience to be considered for the role:

• sound knowledge of Victorian Aboriginal culture, society, and an ability to communicate effectively with Victorian Aboriginal people.
• demonstrated experience in providing culturally sensitive support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants.
• Knowledge of the Victorian Justice system, particularly related to Koori justice, solution focused courts and therapeutic jurisprudence.
• demonstrated data literacy is highly desirable.

How to apply

Click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:

• resume 
• a short cover letter

Other information

This is an Aboriginal Designated position in accordance with Court Services Victoria Designated Positions policy.  This position is classified under special measures, section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.  To ensure that the intention of the recruitment process is maintained, a 'Confirmation of Aboriginality' document is required from applicants.

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 get in touch by calling (03) 9032 0500 to speak with a People Services Advisor.