Court Registry Officer

9 hours ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand New Zealand Ministry of Justice Full time
  • Job Type: Permanent Full Time
  • Category: Administration/Support
  • Location: Hamilton
  • Date Advertised: 16-DEC-25
  • Job Reference: MOJ/1900684
  • Job Title: Court Registry Officer
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Court Registry Officer, Hamilton District Court / Central Region

Multiple Opportunities - Full Time

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

We are looking for some talented individuals to come join our District Court as a Court Registry Officer in Hamilton. We have multiple opportunities including permanent and 1 x 6 month fixed term.

As a a Court Registry Officer (CRO), you will work with a team responsible for the successful operation of the Court. You will liaise with multiple stakeholders who are interacting with the Justice system. This includes being able to communicate confidently with Judges within the courtroom and their chambers, as well as other members of the judiciary.

The tasks required in the CRO role include but is not limited to:

  • Customer Service – interacting with customers on any court related matter. Customer queries can come in via face to face, phone or email interactions – so you will need to be confident with all methods
  • Court Taking – this is the facilitation of running the court. This includes introducing Judges (in English and Te Reo Maori), working closely with them in the Courtroom and Chambers, managing jurors and general administration of the court
  • Case Management – taking responsibility for ensuring that the Judiciary and case parties have all the information they need, and that logistics are in place to ensure cases are heard in a timely and effortless manner
  • Travel within the Waikato Courts may be required therefore must have a full clean New Zealand driving licence.

Creating a continuous learning environment is important to us. As the successful applicant, you will bring your thirst for knowledge and improvement. You will have an individual training plan and be supported to carry out the role. As a Court Registry Officer this includes exercising Deputy Registrar Powers.

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 our workforce reflects this. This role is no different and would suit a variety of backgrounds. Whether you have an interest in the Justice system, have a passion for working with customers or looking for a new challenge 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

  • Detail orientated and observant – the court has many different processes and case information needs to be accurate
  • Self-aware –our participants are unique, and you will be confident working, both individually and as a team, across a range of situations
  • Multi-task –some of our processes are repetitive, but you'll be able to manage conflicting priorities and move from one task to another quickly
  • Willing to learn – legislation and processes in the courts is always changing and you will be able to adapt and maintain knowledge capital
  • Resilience – there are times when working in the courts, you will be working on sensitive cases and sometimes at high volume.

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

  • 4.4 weeks holiday leave
  • flexible work hours where possible
  • an online professional development portal
  • access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The remuneration for this role is $59,729 to $80,794. The appointing salary will be based on skills and experience.

Tono mai/Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on Sunday, 4 January we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and may invite successful candidates to interview before the close date.

Please specify in your cover letter if you have a preference for the permanent or fixed term opportunity.

If you have any questions, please contact

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