COURT REPORTER

Machine Certified Shorthand ReporterA Machine Certified Shorthand Reporter, under general supervision, makes a verbatim record of court proceedings, produces transcripts, maintains and retrieves files, assists the public and performs general secretarial duties.Essential FunctionsMust comply with the Code of Ethics and Chapter 52 of the Government CodeMachine shorthand verbatim record of all court proceedingsTranscribe all court records on appeal in accordance with Uniform Format Manual and appellate guidelinesE-file all appellate records with the courts of appealsPrepare jury chargesProvide written transcripts of all proceedings upon requestPlanning and scheduling related to court reporting transcript deadlinesMaintain accurate court proceedings logCapture spoken dialogue with specialized equipment, including stenography machines, video and audio recording devices, and covered microphonesReport speakers' identificationRead or play back all or a portion of the proceedings upon request from the judgeAsk speakers to clarify inaudible or unclear statements or testimonyProvides copies of transcripts and recordings to the courts, counsels, and parties involvedPreserve shorthand notes for future reference, per statutory guidelinesMark and retain all exhibits introduced in court proceedings and later file with the district clerk and/or Sheriff's DepartmentSchedule a Certified Shorthand Reporter to serve in your absenceRegular attendance and timeliness are requiredMinimum RequirementsEDUCATION: Required:High School Diploma or GEDSuccessful completion of Machine Certified Shorthand Reporting ProgramSKILLS ~ EXPERIENCE: Required:Valid Texas Driver License (Class C)Must be a State of Texas Certified Shorthand Reporter (certification must be renewed every two years)Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with court staff, judges, County employees, attorneys and the general publicAbility to work expeditiously and accurately under pressure (stressful situations) while maintaining a professional mannerKnowledge of computer equipment to include Windows and Microsoft based productsMust have good public communication skills and patience for telephone calls and in-person inquiriesPreferred:Two or more years' experience in court reporting operationsReal-time reporting capabilitiesRegistered Professional ReporterMember of TCRA and/or NCRADISCLAIMER: McLennan County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications in the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.Supplemental InformationENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Works primarily indoors in well-lighted, air-conditioned environment. Frequent contact with the public and other County employees PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS: Continuous sitting while making court records, answering telephone, computer work, and transcribing. Fine dexterity needed to operate shorthand machine, and computer HOURS / SPECIAL CONDITIONS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., dependent on the needs of the office