Court Recorder & Transcript Specialist

Grand Traverse Co; Traverse City (MI); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health Savings Account

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Vacation days

Holidays

Personal leave

Parental leave

Retirement plan (MERS 457b)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Grand Traverse County is seeking a Court Recorder to provide clerical support in the Hall of Justice. You will record court proceedings verbatim, manage transcripts, and assist judges with scheduling and case documents.

Requires high school diploma or GED and 2–4 years of general office experience; state certification as Court Recorder may be obtained within 12 months. A valid driver's license and background check are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of general office/computer experience.
• College coursework may substitute for up to one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Record court proceedings verbatim using court reporting equipment.
• Direct speakers to microphone and identify speakers for accurate transcripts.
• Transcribe, edit, and certify transcripts by deadlines.
• Maintain recording equipment and court records.
• Provide basic customer service to internal and external customers.
• Schedule calendars and manage case files.
• Operate office machines and basic software.

Skills

English grammar

Legal terms

Court reporting equipment

Office equipment

Word processing

Interpersonal skills

File organization

Confidentiality

Verbal/written skills

Resourcefulness

Education

High school diploma or GED

2–4 years office/computer experience

College coursework substitute for experience

Tools

Court reporting equipment

Office machines

Job description

Grand Traverse County is seeking a Court Recorder to provide clerical support in the Hall of Justice. You will record court proceedings verbatim, manage transcripts, and assist judges with scheduling and case documents.

Requires high school diploma or GED and 2–4 years of general office experience; state certification as Court Recorder may be obtained within 12 months. A valid driver's license and background check are required.