• The Starting Rate for this position is $36.95 per hour • 35 hours per week POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the verbatim recordation by stenotype machine of all types of court proceedings and the preparation of a complete and accurate transcription from stenotype notes and accompanying computer SD card of such proceedings in accordance with established court-mandated procedures and time constraints. Responsible for the marking and the initial, temporary custody of exhibits offered during any court proceeding. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Functions • Stenographically record court proceedings by use of a stenotype machine. • When directed by the Court, read back portions of the record during proceedings. • Prepare orders dictated from the bench by judges. • Prepare, by court order or authorization, transcripts by means of Computer Aided Transcription (CAT) software, as requested, within specified time constraints. • Mark all exhibits offered during court proceedings and maintain a record and description of each. • Maintain log and storage of both paper notes and accompanying computer SD cards of all proceedings for an indefinite period of time. Non-Essential Functions • Assume the duties of Chief Court Reporter when requested. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • High school diploma or possession of a G.E.D. Certificate from a recognized issuing agency. • Successful completion and graduation from an NCRA-accredited school of court reporting, requiring a minimum of 225 wpm sustained dictation with 97% accuracy, or an associate degree in Specialized Business (Court Reporting). • Four (4) years of experience in general court reporting. • Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. • Possession of the NCRA RPR designation or successful completion of the in-house examination. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Thorough knowledge of English usage, punctuation, spelling, and varied technical terminology. • Working knowledge of the conduct of legal proceedings. • Skill in taking and transcribing verbatim testimony for sustained periods of time received at rapid and changing speeds and inflections from several persons. • Must be familiar with and have the ability to use Computer-Aided Transcription software in the preparation of transcripts. • Excellent typing skills. • Ability to work independently. • Ability to operate office equipment, i.e., printers, copy machines, and binders. • Ability to effectively deal with judges, attorneys, government officials, and parties involved in litigation. • Ability to handle stress. • Physical presence in the office is required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Must be able to sit for long periods of time (hours) without a break. • Must be able to carry a stenotype machine, along with associated accessories, from • office to courtroom. • Must possess excellent hearing. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: • This position works at the pleasure of an assigned judge and must be available to work both before and after normal working hours in court. • This position has time constraints on transcript production (14 days), which may require working before and past normal working hours and on weekends. This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee. It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position and may be changed where appropriate.