Court Registry Officer

Job Title

Court Registry Officer – Hastings, Hawke's Bay

Employer

Ministry of Justice – New Zealand

Location

Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Employment Details

Fixed-Term Full-Time Position

Secondment until August

Job Summary

Support the day-to-day operations of the court by managing cases, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring efficient court processes.

Key Responsibilities

Court Taking – facilitate the running of the court, introduce judges (in English and Te Reo Maori), work closely with them in the courtroom and chambers, and manage general court administration.

Customer Service – serve the public counter where court participants seek enquiries.

Handle documents and respond to participant queries face-to-face, by telephone, or via email.

Case Management – communicate with lawyers and judges, keep files accurate and up to date, set cases down for hearing time, and perform substantial data entry.

Qualifications & Skills

Detail-oriented and observant – ensure accurate case information and processes.

Self-aware – understand customers and work confidently across varied situations.

Multi-task – manage conflicting priorities and juggle tasks efficiently.

Willing to learn – adapt to legislative and procedural changes; travel for training if required.

Resilience – handle sensitive cases and high volume workload.

Driver's licence – clean full New Zealand driver's licence required for travel to Hawke's Bay hearing courts and other venues.

Deputy Registrar Powers

Successful applicants will be trained to exercise Deputy Registrar powers as part of their role.

About the Ministry

The Ministry of Justice is committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

We provide a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment for all staff and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Benefits

4.4 weeks holiday leave

Online professional development portal

Access to inclusive and proactive networks

Salary

Between $59,729 and $80,794, depending on skills and experience.

Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below and complete the online form, attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on 14 November

• ; we will review CVs as they arrive and invite successful candidates for interview before the close date.

For any questions, contact

Job Details

Seniority level : Entry level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries : Government Administration

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