We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTIQA+ people.

The Department of Justice supports reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disability. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, you can include this information with your application.

We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements.  Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Hours per fortnight

73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available. 

Duties

• Co-ordinate and supervise the activities of the staff of the Southern Registry in the day to day court business and perform statutory functions of the various divisions of the court.
• Manage the financial and physical resources of the Southern Registry in accordance to the strategic plans set in place.
• Ensure the provision of an effective and efficient client service to customers of the Court and resolve complex operational issues as they occur.
• In conjunction with Magistrates, ensure the implementation of all instructions concerning the co-ordination and allocation of court business in the Southern Registry for prompt disposition of cases and an effective use of judicial resources.
• Manage the alternative dispute resolution program in the Southern Registry by:
  • Monitoring, auditing and general oversight of the management of arrangements for mediation and conciliation services;
  • Undertaking complex conciliation/mediation conferences in minor civil claims, civil claims, directions hearings and organising taxation of costs.
  • Provision of advice and support to other similar roles within the Magistrates Court as necessary.
• In the absence of other Managers, provide co-ordination and supervision of staff of the Magistrates Court of Tasmania.
• Provide specialised authoritative advice relating to the legislation and the functions of the Criminal and Civil jurisdictions to legal practitioners, internal stakeholders and other users of the Court in accordance with Division policy and the Departmental Service Charter.
• Manage and lead the staff of the Southern Registry by:
  • encouraging and supporting staff to apply skills and knowledge in the workplace; oversee the provision of effective on-the-job training and encourage staff to attend relevant training courses and participate in other developmental opportunities;
  • assist with the provision of effective leadership in managing the acceptance and implementation of change;
  • motivating and guiding team members to deliver a high level of service to the clients of the court (both internal or external).
• Responsible for the integrity of the Court’s computerised case management databases including ensuring:
  • timely and ongoing training of staff members;
  • the quality of data entry processes; and
  • timely and accurate auditing processes.
• Perform the statutory duties of:
  • Deputy District Registrar of the Civil Division;
  • Deputy District Registrar of the Administrative Appeals Division;
• Deputy Clerk of Petty Sessions;

Desirable Requirements

• Possession of a recognised qualification in conciliation, mediation or other relevant field and/or relevant post-secondary or tertiary level qualifications in Court Administration or Management, or the ability and preparedness to undergo required training

Pre-employment Checks

The Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.

The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Pre-employment (National Police Record) checks for: Arson and fire setting, violent crimes and crimes against the person, sex-related offences, drug and alcohol related offences, crimes involving dishonesty, deception and/or conspiracy, making false declarations, malicious damage and destruction to property, serious traffic offences, crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice, Executive or the Legislative Power.
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment.
3. Identification check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 Statement of Duties (355495) District Registrar and Manager (February 2026).docx

 Statement of Duties (355495) District Registrar and Manager (February 2026).pdf

 Information for applicants (Magistrates Court of Tasmania).docx

 Information for applicants (Magistrates Court of Tasmania).pdf

How to apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.  We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.

Refer to the 'Information for Applicants' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 4946

For more information

Sarah Lucas
Deputy Administrator of Courts
sarah.lucas@magistratescourt.tas.gov.au 
Phone: (03) 6165 7133

Reasonable Adjustment Queries

People Strategy Team
(03) 6165 7602