Reporter / Stenographer

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. The BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Grand Jury to take verbatim testimony on Stenographic machine, provided by Office.
• Ability to take down two (2) voice testimony in confidential proceedings and transcribe all minutes in a quick turnaround time period.
• Uses Case Catalyst System with personal dictionary to produce transcripts in an expeditious time frame.
• Keeps accurate records and files of cases.
• Appears in court to testify, when required, as to accuracy of transcripts.
• Transcribes audio files for ADAs for hearings and/or trials.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate Certificate at 225 WPM from a Court Reporting Institution (preferred).
• Ability to take two-voice testimony at an average of 175 words per minute.
• At the time of the appointment interview, you will be required to demonstrate proficiency to take two-voice dictation, using a stenotype machine, at the rate of 175 words per minute and to transcribe same.
• To be eligible for assignment to Assignment Level II, an incumbent must have at least one year of satisfactory experience working in an office of a District Attorney performing Assignment Level I duties.

Skills

• Ability to transcribe testimony in a timely manner using Case Catalyst.
• Ability to read back testimony from notes for Grand Jury or ADA.
• Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong desire and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with general court services.
• Ability to work independently and effectively under deadlines.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. City Residency is not required for this position.

Pay

$97,606.00 – $97,606.00