Job Description
Under general supervision performs work of considerable difficulty in making verbatim stenographic records of legal proceedings and transcribing same; performs related work as assigned.
INCENTIVES
Relocation assistance up to $2,000.00
60 hours banked vacation to be used immediately.
$1500.00 bonus at the beginning of employment and $1500.00 after one year of hire.
2% incentive pay for other certifications such as Merit, Real Time Certification, and Registered Diplomate Reporter (RDR)
The Court will pay the Arizona Certification Renewal Fee every two years during the term of employment.
Additional transcript income estimated at $10,000-$20,000.00 per year.
(Illustrative Only)
Uses computerized stenotype equipment to prepare verbatim records of legal proceedings
Prepares and distributes accurate transcripts in required format within specified timeframe
Reads back from court record during proceedings or prepares rough draft transcripts for court use
Maintains stenographic records in such a way that they are readily accessible for the period of time required by law
Purchases and maintains a personal reference library, and utilizes online reference sources;
Purchases and maintains software, hardware and supplies necessary for the performance of court reporting
Hires support staff as necessary
Prepares and maintains records and reports
Performs related duties
Essential functions include, but are not limited to: sitting in court or at desk for machine shorthand writing and transcription; working with and around other court staff, clerk's staff, attorneys, defendants and the public; dealing with interruptions from co-workers, phones and unscheduled hearings; repetitive motion hand/wrist for machine shorthand writing and transcription; vision acuity (near / far) for computer and courtroom work; hearing for courtroom testimony, etc.; touch for shorthand, and computer work.
Three years of experience as a court reporter, OR any combination of education, experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Arizona Court Reporting Certification.
This position is non-exempt from overtime,
Considerable knowledge of
Civil, criminal, juvenile, domestic relations, grand jury, and mental health dispositions and probate proceedings
Court operations and docketing procedures
Statutes and Rules of Procedure pertaining to Court Reporters
Rules, regulations, and statutes pertaining to the distribution and filing of transcripts
Principles and techniques of computerized stenotype, archiving and retrieval of steno notes, and transcript production and delivery of both paper and electronic transcripts
State and federal rules of procedure
Research techniques – online, library and telephonic
Operation of court reporting software and hardware, litigation support software, advances in technology
Current court issues regarding making the record
Ethical standards and court rules applicable to court reporting
Specialized and technical vocabulary, i.e. legal, medical, scientific, engineering, physics, and others
English grammar, punctuation and usage
Working knowledge of
Content, location, and use of reference materials, library indices, and legal citation systems
Rules, laws, policies, and practices pertaining to professional conduct and ethics
Activities of state and national court reporting associations
Procedures of other departments within the court system
Security practices within the court system
Equipment, computers, and software associated with the production and management of stenographic notes, transcripts, and official records
Ability to
Utilize computerized stenographic equipment to produce accurate records of court proceedings within established timeframes
Work extended hours under stressful conditions
Prepare and maintain well-organized manual and electronic files
Prepare reports and present facts clearly, orally and in writing
Remain impartial and detached during emotionally charged proceedings
Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with judges, attorneys, court personnel, participants in litigation, other agencies and the public
Follow written and verbal instructions
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
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Job Tags
Immediate start, Relocation package,