Court Monitor - Allentown, United States - COUNTY OF LEHIGH PENNSYLVANIA
Description
COURT MONITOR
COURT ADMINISTRATION
Wage Type:
Salary Range
Rate:
$48,402.00 TO $68,765.00
Status:
Full Time
GENERAL DEFINITION:
This is electronic recording work at the full performance level, taking verbatim accounts of judicial proceedings.
A position in this class uses an electronic recording system to record all testimony, noting speakers, terms and any other unusual aspects to the proceeding and processes the tapes produced as a result of this process.
A position in this class is differentiated from related classes by the type of equipment used to record and document the proceedings.
A position in this class reports directly to a supervisory court reporter position.TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK:
(Illustrative Only)
- Records verbatim testimony at all types of Court proceedings, including trials, hearings, and conferences using an electronic recording system; interrupts, if necessary, to insure accuracy and completeness of record; plays back portions of proceeding if requested; maintains log of all speakers and events, noting all occurrences such as unusual terms, names, objections and cross examinations; determines correct spelling of names, terminology and other specifics of testimony by contacting attorneys and examining case file.
- Sets up and maintains recording equipment, conducts sound check of system to ensure proper functioning; maintains tapes, log sheets and other supplies; may maintain and secure exhibits; may swearin witnesses; may explain courtroom procedures and schedules or refer to another person to resolve the question.
- Performs related work as required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, punctuation and usage.
- Basic knowledge of the conduct of legal proceedings, hearings and conferences.
- Basic knowledge of the functions and roles of parties to a legal and/or administrative proceeding.
- Ability to learn the use of electronic recording equipment to produce verbatim transcripts of legal proceedings involving multiple speakers, specialized testimony, emotional circumstances and similar factors.
- Ability to communicate with associates, members of the judiciary, attorneys, and witnesses.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to organize and maintain complete records of activities.
ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
- Associate's degree or comparable postsecondary education.
- One to two years clerical experience in an administrative, professional, governmental or judicial setting.
- Or any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities cited above.
BACKGROUND CHECK:
YES
BARGAINING UNIT:
YES
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