Certified Court Reporter

About the role

Join a team that prioritizes your success - apply as a certified Court Reporter. Certification through the Arizona State Courts - Certified Reporters Program (azcourts.gov) is required.

Responsibilities

• Records all court proceedings verbatim by use of specialized equipment
• Catalogs and files stenographic notes and transcripts
• Prepares and certifies transcripts
• Reads back testimony from stenographic notes as requested
• Represents the court and maintains confidentiality in court related matters
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be certified by the Arizona Supreme Court pursuant to ARS 32-4021 at time of application.
• A High School diploma, or equivalent G.E.D. certificate; and Two (2) years of professional experience as a court reporter; or Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.

Qualifications

• Applicable Statutes and Rules of Procedure pertaining to Court Reporters
• Pinal County and specific court-related policies and procedures
• Principles of file and records management
• Court processes, procedures and legal terminology
• Courtroom proceedings
• Terms and practices in the field of court reporting
• Specialized and technical vocabulary, i.e. legal, medical, scientific, engineering, physics and others
• English grammar, punctuation and usage
• Maintain confidentiality in court related matters
• Utilize computerized stenographic equipment
• Work extended hours under stressful conditions
• Prepare and maintain well organized manual and electronic files
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Physical Requirements

• Independent body mobility to stand, walk, bend, and sit for prolonged periods of time and drive a vehicle.
• Manual dexterity to reach and grasp; manual dexterity to hand write or use computer keyboard;
• Vision sufficient to see/read;
• Hear and speak to communicate with customers in person and over the phone.
• May be exposed to potential physical harm and/or infectious diseases.
• May be required to lift and/or carry heavy, bulky items, equipment, supplies and/or other materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
• 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• After Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
• Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
• Three Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
• Four Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Four Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Top Tier Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Insure your whole family on a PPO plan for as low as $57.94/mo.
• Insure you and your children on a PPO plan for ZERO premium cost
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
• Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
• Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
• Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
• & Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
• Quarterly Well Challenges
• Vaccination Clinics Onsite
• Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• VanPool Options
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

Pay

The Superior Court in Pinal County values your experience. We review every candidate for a salary offer that is both equitable and applicable to the position range. Based upon your direct experience and background, a salary offer will likely be presented to you within our starting minimum to midpoint of range ($45,969 - $58,611).

Schedule

Position is primarily located in an indoor office environment. May be required to perform reporter duties in other than indoor environments, as necessary. Will be required to drive throughout the County. May be subject to irregular work hours/schedules to include completion of work on holidays and weekends.