- Documents and provides legal transcripts.
- Creates word-for-word transcriptions.
- Accurately documents names of the people and the places involved.
- Assists trial attorneys and judges to organize and search for information from official records.
- Organizes and manages transcripts and documents prepared for submission upon request.
- Adheres strictly to the Code of Judicial Conduct as promulgated by the Supreme Court of Texas.
- Assists the court or Court Coordinator during docket call when instructed by the judge.
- Performs other administrative duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited educational institution
- Must possess a current Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) certificate issued by the Court Reporters Certification Board of Texas.
- General working knowledge of applicable District Courts structure, policies, and procedures.
- Team player - willing to train with, sub in for, and assist court coordinator when needed.
- Ability to meet all court of appeals deadlines for reporters records.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Willingness to speak up to ensure an accurate record.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to attend court sessions as assigned and make verbatim official records of the proceedings at a high rate of speed.
- Ability to provide immediate read back of all or a part of a record upon request.
- Ability to prepare transcripts of proceedings upon request, certifying to the accuracy of such transcripts.
- Ability to file official transcripts with the courts of appeals.
- Ability to organize, keep track of, and manage trial and hearing exhibits and file same with courts of appeals as needed.
- Ability to provide dailies and other transcripts to attorneys or the court with very short turn-around time.
- One (1) year of experience working as a licensed court reporter, in a court or freelance.
- Regular Full-time
- Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Additional Hours May Be Required
- Depends on Qualifications
- Based on 26 Pay Periods
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Wellness Plan
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service
- Accrual rates increase based on years of service
- Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday
- Professional development opportunities
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Healthcare Reimbursement Account
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Retirement Pension (TCDRS)
- Flexible schedule (varies by department)
- Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Less than one year
- One year but less than two
- Two years but less than three
- Three years but less than four
- Four or more years
- I do not have this experience
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Stenographic
- Electronic
- Voice Writing
- Real Time
- No
- Excel
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Publisher
- Access
- SharePoint
- Outlook
- Windows
- No
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Substitute Court Reporter - Houston, United States - Harris County (TX)
Description
Position DescriptionUnder general supervision, the Court Reporter records, transcribes and maintains records of court proceedings.
Duties and Responsibilities:
If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email
Requirements
Education and Certifications:
NOTE:
To qualify for this position, required experience, education and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history.
Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume to qualify and refer you to the Hiring Department for consideration.
Experience obtained while on the military must also be included as part of your employment history on the application.Preferences
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Salary:
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
01
Do you have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. equivalency?
Do you have a valid/current Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) certificate as issued by the Court Reporters Certification Board of Texas?
If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please list the number, issuing agency, issue date and expiration date of your Certified Shorthand Reporter's (CSR) license below.
04
Which of the following best describes your professional experience as a licensed court reporter? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented on your application's employment history)
Please describe your professional experience working as a licensed court reporter.
You can make reference to your employment history, but please do not use "See Resume", as we do not use resumes for qualifications.
If you do not have this experience, please type "none" in the space provided.06
Have you successfully completed a Court Reporting Certification Program approved by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA)?
If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please list the certificates you currently hold which were issued by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) as well as the certificate number, issue date and expiration date.
08
Do you have professional verifiable experience preparing transcripts for Appellate Courts?
If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please indicate the name of the Court(s), as well as the type of transcripts you prepared and the month/year of your assignment(s).
You can make reference to your employment history, but please do not use "See Resume", as we do not use resumes for qualifications.
If you do not have this experience, please type "none" in the space provided.10
Are you familiar with any of the following court reporting methods? Please select all that apply.
11
Which of the following Microsoft Office programs have you used proficiently during your previous employment? Please select all that apply.
Required Question
Agency Harris County
Address 1111 Fannin St
Ste. 600
Houston, Texas, 77002
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