Careers

Court Services Victoria (CSV) provides corporate and administrative services that 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 jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing interconnected strategic opportunities and deliver benefits more broadly.

We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

Why work for us

Employees of CSV can access a range of employment benefits and conditions, including flexible leave arrangements, employee wellbeing programs, and training and development opportunities.

The benefits of working at CSV include:

• A sense of purpose helping those within the community access fair and efficient justice.
• Employee wellbeing and support programs to support emotional, mental, and general wellbeing.
• Access to generous leave provisions, including annual leave with leave loading, paid parental leave, paid family violence leave, foster and kinship care leave, gender transition leave, Cultural and Ceremonial leave, study leave, voluntary emergency management leave, and defence service leave.
• A strong sense of belonging to a collaborative team with strong support among colleagues.
• Access to purchase a ''fitness passport'' supporting your health and wellbeing with access to gyms at a discounted rate.
• Structured career pathways, professional development opportunities, and the ability to move across roles and departments.

Koori employment 

Court Services Victoria (CSV) is committed to growing the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples employed across our organisation, by implementing our Koori Employment Plan and Self-Determination Plan.

We are committed to being an employer of choice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by fostering a culturally safe and inclusive workplace, where employees can build meaningful and rewarding careers across a broad range of roles.

Our commitment to self-determination is reflected throughout the employee experience, from recruitment to career development. We work with experienced Koori staff to help ensure our recruitment and interview processes are culturally responsive, welcoming and supportive.

We also have an active Koori Staff Network, providing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees with opportunities to connect, share experiences, support one another, and contribute to initiatives that strengthen cultural safety across the organisation.

We provide a suite of cultural awareness, cultural safety and cultural immersion training for court staff. These learning opportunities build cultural capability, foster respectful workplaces, and support our ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive and culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.

At CSV, we recognise that creating a culturally safe workplace is a shared responsibility. We are committed to listening, learning and working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees to build an organisation where people feel respected, valued and empowered to succeed.

Creating safe and respectful workplaces

At CSV, we are committed to creating and maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment, where there is zero tolerance for inappropriate workplace behaviours including sexual harassment, victimisation, racism and discrimination, bullying and harassment.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community, and encourage and celebrate diversity.

We encourage:

• members of the LGBTQIA+ community
• women
• people of all ages
• people with disabilities
• culturally and linguistically diverse people
• those who are neurodiverse

to apply to work at CSV.

Recruitment process

The Courts Group uses an online application system to accept job applications. Vacancies are advertised on the official Court Services Victoria Careers website, and via the Victorian Government Careers job board.

To apply for a role, you will need to create/register a candidate profile, where you can apply and track your job applications, and set up job alerts. When you are ready to apply, you must provide a resume and cover letter. For some roles, additional requirements will apply. Read the job advertisement carefully to ensure you have met all the application criteria.

Applications are then screened by the hiring panel. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to complete:

• a panel interview (STAR method – this provides you with a structured format to respond to key selection criteria and answer behavioural interview questions)
• Assessment centre activities (for some bulk recruitment roles)
• Phone screening
• Psychometric testing

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conducts pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.

If you are the successful candidate, after pre-employment checks have been conducted, your hiring manager will organise an onboarding date with you and Talent Acquisition will give you a letter of offer and onboarding documentation.

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.

If you have any queries about working for CSV, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at careers@courts.vic.gov.au.