- 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 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.
- Assume the duties of Chief Court Reporter when requested.
- 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 NCRA RPR designation or successfully complete in-house examination.
- 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.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time (hours) without a break.
- Must be able to carry stenotype machine, along with associated accessories, from
- Must possess excellent hearing.
- 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.
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Court Reporter II - Reading, United States - Berks County, PA
Description
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.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Functions
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
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.
