Court Reports Practice Lead - Broadmeadows

About the role

The Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) is recruiting a Court Reports Practice Lead for a fixed-term, full-time position in Broadmeadows, running until 30 June 2028. The role prepares and guides staff in writing reports under the Youth Justice Act 2024, including Pre-Sentence Reports and other court reports, and manages a complex caseload of young people subject to statutory orders.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and write Pre-Sentence Reports and other reports to the court in line with the Youth Justice Act 2024, practice standards and court timeframes.
• Provide practice advice and support to staff on preparing and writing reports.
• Support state-wide training, coaching and capability uplift for staff.
• Act as a technical expert in report writing, giving authoritative advice, quality assurance and support to strengthen the team.
• Manage a complex caseload of young people subject to statutory orders.

Required profile

• Sound knowledge of the youth justice system and the Youth Justice Act, including its principles, the Victorian Youth Justice program and relevant policies and guidelines.
• Ability to prepare and write high-quality, evidence-based reports in line with the Act and practice requirements.
• Strong understanding of case management and case work, including assessment frameworks and interventions tailored to young people.
• A current Working with Children Check (WWCC) card, provided before starting.

What we offer

• Salary of $110,910 - $122,380 plus superannuation.
• Fair salary, generous leave entitlements and transparent performance framework.
• Employee wellbeing support and comprehensive training at start and throughout your career.
• Secondments and promotion opportunities.

Applications close 17 November 2026 and include a resume and covering letter; pre-employment checks such as reference checks, criminal history checks and Working with Children checks may apply.