Reporter ClassifiedsClick Here to Post in the Reporter ClassifiedsJob Title: Court Reporter II Job Location: Third Judicial Circuit, Florida Job Type: Stenographer Job Description: Third Judicial Circuit of Florida Columbia, Dixie, Hamilton, Lafayette, Madison, Suwannee, and Taylor Counties Administrative Office of the Courts 4424 NW American Lane, Ste. 101, Lake City, Florida 32055 Employment Opportunity COURT REPORTER II Application Deadline: Open Until FilledStarting Annual Salary: $71,796.77 The essential function of the position within the organization is to stenographically record court proceedings in the courtroom or remotely and produce transcripts. The position is responsible for recording court proceedings, performing research, proofreading and editing recorded proceedings to produce transcripts, and assisting with training of other departmental personnel. The position works under general supervision independently developing work methods and sequences. This position provides services in all counties of the Third Judicial Circuit. Education, Experience, Licenses, Certifications and Registrations: •Associate’s degree or the equivalent of two years of college or vocational school education in computer operations, medical/legal terminology, court reporting, paralegal or a closely related field and four years of related experience.•Must be a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) and maintain membership in the National Court Reporting Association (NCRA). •Must have experience with Eclipse and computer-aided translation (CAT) software. Realtime writer experience required. Court experience is a plus. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of Florida State Court system, current courtroom policies and procedures and relevant Florida Statutes preferred. Ability to stenographically write testimony at a minimum rate of at least 225 words per minute with a 98% correct translation in realtime. Excellent knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling skills. Ability to work independently, to keep detailed and accurate records and maintain files. Attend and stenographically report, in realtime, court proceedings while simultaneously audio recording all proceedings reported. Maintain stenograph notes on file for future transcription. Produce accurate transcripts of all proceedings reported, providing rough drafts or final copy to parties as requested. How to Apply: All applications must be submitted through the People First website listed below, and include a cover letter, resume and verification of certification. Incomplete applications may not be considered. The People First website is as follows: http://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/peoplefirstPlease note: If you need accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call Lisa Butler at (386)754-7107. Persons using a TDD may call the contact person through the Florida Relay Service at (800)955-8771. The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check. EOE. Website/Job Link: http://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/peoplefirst 7/25/24 +3
Job Title: Court Reporter Job Location: First Judicial Circuit Job Type: FT Job Description: This is work providing judges and attorneys with simultaneous transcription of testimony to assist with trial preparation. The Court Reporter stenographically reports all proceedings in courts in order to create an accurate and verbatim transcript of the proceedings. Duties include providing realtime hookups during trial when requested by the judge, reading back requested portions of the proceedings from real-time translation via laptop computer, and preparing for trial in realtime by obtaining witness names, street names, etc., for the utmost accuracy in transcription. Duties also include editing stenographic notes and translating notes from steno to transcript (booklet form and is written in English), proofreading transcript, verifying the correct spelling of names, places, medical terms, scientific terms, technological terms, etc., by comparing transcript to court file, and correcting spelling discrepancies. The Court Reporter prints and binds completed transcripts, copies back-up transcripts for archive purposes, archives notes and accompanying dockets; maintains, updates and edits stenographic dictionary; and maintains an accurate log of each day’s proceedings. The Court Reporter stays abreast of latest technological advances in the field and new terminology that is offered in felony cases such as DNA data, medical and psychological opinions in order to increase speed and accuracy in work. Work is performed under the supervision of a Manager, Court Reporting Services, or other court manager. Education and Training GuidelinesGraduation from a standard high school or equivalent and an Associate’s degree from an accredited court reporting school, and five years of stenographic experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience in legal/court reporting. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of court system, procedures, and practices. Knowledge of legal and medical terminology as well as extensive vocabulary. Knowledge of applicable statutes, rules, regulations, laws and ordinances. Skill to operate a variety of office equipment, including computer keyboard, printer, fax machine, copying machine, telephones, calculator, etc. Skill in operating a computer keyboard using standard and specialized software applications. Skill in using standard office practices, procedures and equipment. Ability to record testimony at the standard required both for speed and accuracy. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to create stenographic brief forms to streamline trial record realtime. Ability to handle multiple tasks with deadline requirements. Ability to plan, organize and performs a variety of clerical functions. Ability to perform realtime capability. Ability to answer questions from judges and attorneys regarding the use of realtime software. Ability to maintain efficient and effective work methods and procedures. Ability to effectively use business English, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions. Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, coworkers, government officials and the public. Ability to concentrate and sit in one position for long periods of time, often without a break. Ability to work in a fast-paced, automated environment with many interruptions. Ability to perform real-time hookup from a stenograph machine to a laptop computer. Ability to utilize Windows-based processing applications such as Word Perfect, translation software such as Eclipse, and to access and use the Internet for research. Website/Job Link: www.firstjudicialcircuit.org 7/19/24 +3
Job Title: Court Reporter Job Location: St. Johns County (St. Augustine) Job Type: FT/PT Job Description: Reporter needed for busy firm in St. Johns County. Deposition and court work (in person and Zoom). *Court work requires FPR-C or RPR (or above) certification to report in this circuit. Website/Job Link: https://www.staugustinecourtreporters.com/ 5/30/24 +3
Job Title: Special Roving Court Reporter Job Location: Mobile, AL Job Type: FT Job Description: SPECIAL ROVING COURT REPORTER Opening for stenographic court reporter in Mobile, Alabama. Starting salary, $61,000. Transcript income in addition to the salary. Candidates are required to be an RPR or hold a State of Alabama CCR Certification. Registration with the Alabama Board of Court Reporting is also required. This position provides sick and annual leave and all benefits provided to State of Alabama full-time employees including health insurance, prescription programs, retirement, life insurance, sick and annual leave. The State of Alabama also observes fifteen (15) State Holidays. Candidates email Travis Atkins at [email protected] with CV and for additional information. Website/Job Link: https://www.ncra.org/detail-pages/job-details-page/special-official-roving-court-reporter-state-of-alabama-administrator-office-of-courts 5/7/24 +3
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