Certified Court Reporter | Verbatim Transcripts & Stenotype

State of Iowa; Davenport, Iowa (IA, LA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

IPERS plan

Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave

Employee discount program

Job summary

The Iowa Judicial Branch in District 7 seeks applicants for Certified Court Reporters to record court proceedings and provide official transcripts for the District 7 counties of Cedar, Clinton, Jackson, Muscatine, and Scott.

This position will create verbatim records using shorthand, stenotype, or approved dictation devices, transcribe to certified transcripts, and maintain licensure and continuing education.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Iowa Certified Shorthand Reporter license within one year of employment.
• Experience with shorthand recording or stenotype or verbatim dictation devices is preferred.
• Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to travel to other counties within the judicial district as needed.

Responsibilities

• Create verbatim records of testimony and proceedings using shorthand recording methods.
• Mark, record, maintain, and secure exhibits during court proceedings.
• Transcribe shorthand records and notes into certified transcripts per Iowa Court Rules.
• File legible notes and certified transcripts with the court clerk's office.
• Maintain shorthand reporter certification and complete continuing education requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Shorthand recording

Stenotype

Court procedures knowledge

Legal terminology

Written communication

Attention to detail

Travel

Education

Registered Professional Reporter (RPR)

Certified Verbatim Reporter (CVR)

Court reporter program

Job description

The Iowa Judicial Branch in District 7 seeks applicants for Certified Court Reporters to record court proceedings and provide official transcripts for the District 7 counties of Cedar, Clinton, Jackson, Muscatine, and Scott.

This position will create verbatim records using shorthand, stenotype, or approved dictation devices, transcribe to certified transcripts, and maintain licensure and continuing education.