Court Reporter- Superior Court (0826)

Under general supervision, performs work of considerable difficulty in making verbatim stenographic records of legal proceedings and transcribing same.

Incentives

• Relocation assistance up to $2,000.00
• 60 hours banked vacation to be used immediately
• $1,500.00 bonus at the beginning of employment and $1,500.00 after one year of hire
• 2% incentive pay for other certifications such as Merit, Real Time Certification, and Registered Diplomate Reporter (RDR)
• The Court will pay the Arizona Certification Renewal Fee every two years during the term of employment
• Additional transcript income estimated at $10,000-$20,000.00 per year

Responsibilities

• Uses computerized stenotype equipment to prepare verbatim records of legal proceedings
• Prepares and distributes accurate transcripts in required format within specified timeframe
• Reads back from court record during proceedings or prepares rough draft transcripts for court use
• Maintains stenographic records in such a way that they are readily accessible for the period of time required by law
• Purchases and maintains a personal reference library, and utilizes online reference sources
• Purchases and maintains software, hardware and supplies necessary for the performance of court reporting
• Hires support staff as necessary
• Prepares and maintains records and reports

Essential Functions

• Sitting in court or at desk for machine shorthand writing and transcription
• Working with and around other court staff, clerk's staff, attorneys, defendants and the public
• Dealing with interruptions from co-workers, phones and unscheduled hearings
• Repetitive motion hand/wrist for machine shorthand writing and transcription
• Vision acuity (near/far) for computer and courtroom work
• Hearing for courtroom testimony
• Touch for shorthand and computer work

Requirements

• Three years of experience as a court reporter, OR any combination of education, experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
• Arizona Court Reporting Certification
• This position is non-exempt from overtime

Skills

Considerable knowledge of:

• Civil, criminal, juvenile, domestic relations, grand jury, and mental health dispositions and probate proceedings
• Court operations and docketing procedures
• Statutes and Rules of Procedure pertaining to Court Reporters
• Rules, regulations, and statutes pertaining to the distribution and filing of transcripts
• Principles and techniques of computerized stenotype, archiving and retrieval of steno notes, and transcript production and delivery of both paper and electronic transcripts
• State and federal rules of procedure
• Research techniques – online, library and telephonic
• Operation of court reporting software and hardware, litigation support software, advances in technology
• Current court issues regarding making the record
• Ethical standards and court rules applicable to court reporting
• Specialized and technical vocabulary, i.e. legal, medical, scientific, engineering, physics, and others
• English grammar, punctuation and usage

Working Knowledge Of:

• Content, location, and use of reference materials, library indices, and legal citation systems
• Rules, laws, policies, and practices pertaining to professional conduct and ethics
• Activities of state and national court reporting associations
• Procedures of other departments within the court system
• Security practices within the court system
• Equipment, computers, and software associated with the production and management of stenographic notes, transcripts, and official records

Ability To:

• Utilize computerized stenographic equipment to produce accurate records of court proceedings within established timeframes
• Work extended hours under stressful conditions
• Prepare and maintain well-organized manual and electronic files
• Prepare reports and present facts clearly, orally and in writing
• Remain impartial and detached during emotionally charged proceedings
• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with judges, attorneys, court personnel, participants in litigation, other agencies and the public
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Benefits

Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week:

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/EcoPass bus pass

Elective Coverage:

• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability