Court Reporter

Court ReporterFranklin County Court of Common Pleas Division of Domestic Relations and Juvenile Branch$34.05 Hourly373 South High Street, Columbus, OHFull-Time/Part-TimeContinuousPosition SummaryThe Court Reporter position creates and preserves a verbatim record of court proceedings using their own personal stenographic machine and Eclipse software, which is provided by the court. The Court Reporter prepares accurate transcripts both from their stenographic machine or through the recording system as an independent contractor; reviews transcripts to ensure accuracy; certify and file/e-file transcripts; label exhibits in the courtroom, and retains custody of exhibits. This job description describes the purpose, function, knowledge, skills, abilities, and qualifications associated with the standard workday and not independent contractor work, which is compensated separately per page.Essential Functions and Responsibilities1. Make a verbatim stenographic record of proceedings. On-the-job training will be provided for real-time.2. Maintain record logbook3. Complete a per diem to be filed with the Clerk of Courts Office4. Maintain and store exhibits5. Upon receipt of a transcript request, locate notes or recording; prepare, edit, review, and file/e-file transcript6. Interact and communicate with court staff, attorneys, parties, and the public7. Review appropriate resources when necessary for transcript clarification8. Store electronic / computer notes and transcripts to the shared drive9. Create and maintain worksheets for court proceedings to assist in transcript preparation10. Read back proceedings; search for information in the record when needed11. Create PDF files of appropriate documents12. Maintain continuing education for NCRA requirements13. Perform other related duties as requiredMinimum RequirementsCompletion of an accredited Court Reporting Program with a minimum of 225 wpm OR has a current RPR certification. Minimum of two (2) years experience as a court reporter. The employee must provide their own stenographic writer. The court will provide Eclipse software and computer.BenefitsOhio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)MedicalDentalVisionShort/Long-term DisabilityLife InsuranceWellness ProgramTuition Reimbursement