Job Description
Job Description
Te Haeata/The Opportunity
Family Court Coordinator's contribute to the operation of the Family Court by coordinating specialist services and playing a key role in managing relationships with management, the judiciary, professional service providers, legal practitioners, court users and community groups.
This position will be based at the New Plymouth District Court and is part of the Lower North Island Family Court Coordinator team. This is a permanent 28 hours per week position.
Ō Pūkenga/Skills And Experience
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined and believe you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!
To be successful in the role you will have the following skills and experience:
have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team environment
be able to juggle competing demands in a fast-paced environment
be self-motivated and have high levels of initiative
be committed to the principles of te Tiriti o Waitangi
have experience in or knowledge of Family Court procedures and legislation
have analytical skills to enable relevant legislation to be interpreted and applied
have proficient levels of computer literacy
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, ****** orientations, disabilities and religions.
He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu/Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here
Benefits
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
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 appointing salary for this role will be between $72,634 and $100,846 pro rata based on skills and experiences.
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 23 March 2026; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.
If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz
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Te Haeata/The Opportunity
Family Court Coordinator's contribute to the operation of the Family Court by coordinating specialist services and playing a key role in managing relationships with management, the judiciary, professional service providers, legal practitioners, court users and community groups.
This position will be based at the New Plymouth District Court and is part of the Lower North Island Family Court Coordinator team. This is a permanent 28 hours per week position.
Ō Pūkenga/Skills And Experience
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined and believe you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!
To be successful in the role you will have the following skills and experience:
have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team environment
be able to juggle competing demands in a fast-paced environment
be self-motivated and have high levels of initiative
be committed to the principles of te Tiriti o Waitangi
have experience in or knowledge of Family Court procedures and legislation
have analytical skills to enable relevant legislation to be interpreted and applied
have proficient levels of computer literacy
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, ****** orientations, disabilities and religions.
He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu/Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here
Benefits
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
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 appointing salary for this role will be between $72,634 and $100,846 pro rata based on skills and experiences.
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 23 March 2026; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.
If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz
Follow us on LinkedIn
Show more
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Family Court Co-Ordinator position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in New Plymouth offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.