Official Court Reporter

Job TitleOfficial Court ReportersDutiesOfficial Court Reporters are responsible for recording court proceedings in court and in chambers, for producing requested transcripts, and for filing required copies of transcripts with the Clerk of Court. Travel will be required to cover court proceedings at other divisional offices within the district and will require the ability to work extended court hours as needed. More details will be provided during interviews. Duties include:Attend and record verbatim reporting of proceedings held before the judicial officers and for the transcription of those proceedings upon request. Ability to read back all or any portions of the court record, to perform well under pressure, to produce transcripts within strict time limitations, and to work as part of a team of reporters for the judges of this court.Knowledge, skill and ability to produce accurate, simultaneous real time transcription utilizing computer-aided translation. Familiarity with and adherence to all requirements of the Court Reporter Management Plan for the district.Determine billing and formats which comply with the Judicial Conference requirements. Deliver and/or mail official transcripts prepared. Certify and file with the Clerk of Court original records and a copy of transcripts prepared. Maintain accurate and legible records which are subject to audits. Prepare and file all reports required by the Administrative Office.Respond timely to official correspondence. Compliance with all administrative duties assigned by his or her manager and the court. Responsible for providing and maintaining his or her own court compatible equipment.Perform other duties as assigned. Official court reporters are placed on a regular tour of duty that requires a minimum of eighty (80) hours per period.