Careers
As the largest jurisdiction within Court Services Victoria (CSV), the Magistrates' Court (MCV) has a proud history of providing justice for the people of Victoria.
With 51 locations around the state, we handle approximately 90 per cent of matters that come before Victorian courts. We promote a genuine commitment to work/life balance, including:
- additional leave options;
- staff wellbeing programs;
- flexible working conditions;
- study assistance;
- internal and external training; and
- career development opportunities.
Hear first-hand from our staff about what it's like to work at MCV in the video below:
We offer full-time, part-time, ongoing and fixed-term positions across a diverse range of roles, as well as a trainee court registrar program.
MCV's vision is that all employees access and enjoy the same rights, responsibilities, resources and opportunities regardless of their gender, identity or cultural beliefs. MCV is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace and has zero tolerance for violence against women.
To view our current vacancies, see the Victorian Government careers website. Vacancies are listed under Court Services Victoria.
Before you apply
You should learn as much as you can about MCV's role in Victoria’s court system.
Contact details are provided on our job advertisements so you can seek more information about the role. If you decide to make contact, please help us to help you by preparing your questions in advance.
For information about the recruitment process, see the application process page on the Victorian Government careers website.
Work placement
MCV has a work placement program for students completing tertiary study.
Work placements for Semester 2, 2025 are now full. MCV will re-open the program for placements in February 2026.
Please note: The work experience program for people aged under 18 has not been reinstated.
