Court Registry Officer

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Job Description

The Court Registry Officer (CRO) will work with a team responsible for the successful operation of the Court.

You will liaise with multiple stakeholders who interact with the Justice system.

This includes communicating confidently with Judges within the courtroom and their chambers, as well as other members of the judiciary.

The Opportunity

We are looking for talented individuals to join our District Court as a Court Registry Officer in Hamilton.

We have permanent opportunities and a fixed-term 6-month part-time opportunity (32.4 hours per week).

Responsibilities

Customer Service – interacting with customers on any court-related matter via face-to-face, phone or email.

Court Taking – facilitating the running of the court, introducing Judges in English and Te Reo Maori, working closely with them in the courtroom and chambers, managing jurors and general court administration.

Case Management – ensuring that the judiciary and case parties have all the information they need and that logistics are in place so cases are heard in a timely and effortless manner.

Travel within the Waikato Courts may be required; must have a full clean New Zealand driving licence.

Skills and Experience

Detail-oriented and observant – court processes demand accurate information.

Self-aware – confident working both individually and as a team across a range of situations.

Multi-task – able to manage conflicting priorities and move quickly between tasks.

Willing to learn – legislation and court processes change; able to adapt and maintain knowledge.

Resilient – capable of working on sensitive cases and handling high volume.

About Us

At Te Tahu o te Ture – the Ministry of Justice – we are committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Joining us means becoming part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.

Benefits

4.4 weeks holiday leave

Flexible work hours where possible

An online professional development portal

Access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Salary

The remuneration for this role is $59,729 to $80,794, based on skills and experience.

Application

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website.

You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on Thursday, 27 November.

We will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

Please specify in your cover letter if you have a preference for the permanent or fixed-term opportunity.

If you have any questions, please contact

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