Court Reporter II

3 weeks ago

Reading, United States Berks County, PA Full time

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. Responsible for the marking and the initial, temporary custody of exhibits offered during any court proceeding.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions

* 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.

Non-Essential Functions

* Assume the duties of Chief Court Reporter when requested.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

* 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.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

* 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

* 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
* office to courtroom.
* Must possess excellent hearing.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

* 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.

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.

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