Court Registry Officer

Join to apply for the Court Registry Officer role at Public Defence Service - New Zealand Te Haeata / The Opportunity As a Court Registry Officer, you are an important cog in the justice machine. You will work with a team responsible for the successful operation of the Court and liaise with multiple stakeholders including members of the judiciary, lawyers, and the public. Job Description Court Registry Officer, Wellington You'll enjoy the diversity of duties with tasks that include but are not limited to: Case management – ensuring files are accurate and up to date, involving data entry and sound decision‑making. Court taking – running the court, opening sessions (in English and Te Reo Māori), working closely with the Judiciary in the courtroom and in chambers, and general administration. Customer Service – interacting with customers on any court‑related matter via face‑to‑face, phone or email. There are two permanent positions available. Successful candidates will likely be appointed to the family/civil jurisdiction team. There may also be opportunities to travel on occasion to support other courts in the Wellington Region or wider. Ō Pūkenga / Skills And Experience With pride in your work, you will strive to deliver a service to our customers with high accuracy and professionalism. Our customers are diverse, and this role is no different. Whether you have an interest in the justice system, are entering or returning to the workforce, or have a passion for working with customers, this is your chance to join us on our journey to deliver people‑centred justice services for all. To Be Successful, You Will Need To Be Resilient – able to handle sensitive cases and high volumes at a fast pace. Detail orientated and observant – ensuring case information is accurate. Self‑aware – confident in understanding customers and navigating various situations maturely and positively. Multi‑task – able to manage conflicting priorities and shift quickly between tasks. Willing to learn – adaptable to changing legislation and processes, responsive to feedback. You will be an excellent communicator with good English and confident Te Reo Māori pronunciation. Confidence using audio‑visual equipment is also desirable. You enjoy helping others, are flexible, calm, and unfazed by the busy courtroom environment. Mō Mātou / About Us A great team culture is important at the Wellington District Court. Our promise to you is that you can be yourself and bring your full self to work. At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice , we are committed to strengthening people’s trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand. Joining means you become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. What’s great about working here / Benefits 4.4 weeks holiday leave 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 band for this role is $59,729 to $80,794 – the appointing salary will be based on skills and experience. How to Apply To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here and complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter. Applications close on 23 November 2025; however, we will review CVs as they come in and invite successful candidates to interview before the close date. If you have any questions, please contact Follow us on LinkedIn. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr