The Court Reporter will transcribe verbatim records for a variety of legal proceedings.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Attends court sessions and other legal proceedings and uses stenography, voice recording tools, and computers to create verbatim transcriptions of legal proceedings.
• Transcribes multiple speakers simultaneously.
• Reads back testimony as requested by court officials.
• Transfers transcription of proceedings to the official record and provides copies to appropriate parties.
• Ensures accurate transcription by double-checking record against recordings.
• Formats official records in accordance with applicable court requirements.
• Organizes records as directed by judges or lawyers.
• Develops and maintains up-to-date index of notes; coordinates records with presiding court clerk as requested.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to transcribe 225 words per minute.
• Ability to efficiently use stenography, voice recording devices, and/or computer software for the transcription of proceedings.
• Excellent concentration, writing, and listening skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain composure and calm regardless of proceedings.
• Basic understanding of legal, medical, and other technical terminology required in court proceedings.
• Basic understanding of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from accredited court reporting school or college/university with court reporting curriculum required.
• Licensure or professional certification from National Court Reporters Association, National Verbatim Reporters Association, or similar agency required.
• Appropriate state license required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working with transcription equipment, computers, and other electronic devices.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.