COURT RECORDER/TRANSCRIBER

About The Position

The Eighth Judicial District Court is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Court Recorder/Transcriber position. This position records court hearings, proceedings and actions using audio/video equipment; transcribes verbatim court proceedings into printed form from such recordings and associated notes. This is an experienced class that acts as an officer of the court and is independently responsible for the recording of all court proceedings and actions. Incumbents must have a thorough knowledge of court practices and procedures in order to maintain logs and produce recordings and transcripts that are accurate and valid.

Responsibilities

• Records court hearings, proceedings and actions using audio/video equipment
• Transcribes verbatim court proceedings into printed form from such recordings and associated notes
• Maintains automated or hand-prepared logs of proceedings and actions
• Correlates such logged information with recorded data
• Makes notations of witness or participant behavior, session times, etc. to augment the audio record
• Ensures that motions, decisions and all actions are accurately documented
• Ensures that proper authorization is received for transcription requests; locates and duplicates tapes or disks as required and returns them to proper location after usage
• Proofreads transcribed materials for accuracy
• Maintains records of work performed; prepares forms for billing for recordings and transcription service; follows-up on delinquent billings as directed
• Directs and oversees the work of relief recorder/transcribers; instructs staff in work procedures
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team
• Maintains a supply of forms, tapes, disks, papers and other materials for assigned duties
• Uses a variety of equipment, including word processors, recording devices and FAX machines; arranges for the maintenance and repair of such equipment
• Performs a variety of office support functions as required for the effective functioning of the department to which assigned

Requirements

• Equivalent to graduation from high school AND EITHER two (2) years of full-time experience in preparing verbatim transcriptions from recording devices, OR one (1) year of recording court proceedings and transcribing such proceedings
• College level course work in paralegal studies or secretarial or office administrative subjects is desirable
• Note: Must type at a net rate of 70 words per minute from printed copy. If not certified at time of application, applicant agrees to become certified in typing at a net rate of 70 words per minute within twelve (12) months from the date of hire at the applicant's own expense or will no longer be eligible for the position

Working Conditions

• Work overtime to complete recording and/or transcription assignments

Physical Demands

• Mobile to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment
• Sustained sitting and maintaining concentration for an extended period of time
• Visual ability to read printed materials and a computer screen
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone