Court Reporter

California Department of Industrial Relations; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Industrial Relations is seeking a Hearing Reporter to provide verbatim transcription of conferences, hearings, and trials for the Workers’ Compensation Judges. You will prepare transcripts and related documents using computer-aided transcription and word-processing software, and enter data in management systems.

The role requires shorthand transcription experience, state certification or equivalent, and the ability to travel within the state; the position is based in

Qualifications

• One year of experience taking and transcribing verbatim accounts of conferences, hearings, proceedings, trials, and other formal meetings in shorthand or machine shorthand writing.
• Possession of a State of California License as a Certified Shorthand Reporter; or NSRA certificate.

Responsibilities

• Take verbatim accounts of conferences, hearings, trials, and other formal meetings.
• Prepare verbatim transcripts and related documents using transcription software.
• Enter statistical data in data management programs and perform related clerical work.

Skills

Verbatim transcription

Shorthand typing

Stenotype ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Stenotype equipment

Computer-aided transcription software

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Under direction of the Chief Hearing Reporter and Presiding Workers’ Compensation Judge, the Hearing Reporter provides assistance and support to Workers’ Compensation Judges and to the Department of Industrial Relations in adjudication and administrative matters. Takes verbatim accounts of conferences, hearings, trials, and other formal meetings in machine shorthand. Takes and transcribes dictated summaries of hearings. Prepares verbatim transcripts and other legal or administrative documents using computer-aided transcription and word-processing software. Enters statistical data in data management programs. Copies and scans documents using various office equipment. Performs incidental related clerical and stenographic work.

Job Description And Duties

Under direction of the Chief Hearing Reporter and Presiding Workers’ Compensation Judge, the Hearing Reporter provides assistance and support to Workers’ Compensation Judges and to the Department of Industrial Relations in adjudication and administrative matters. Takes verbatim accounts of conferences, hearings, trials, and other formal meetings in machine shorthand. Takes and transcribes dictated summaries of hearings. Prepares verbatim transcripts and other legal or administrative documents using computer-aided transcription and word-processing software. Enters statistical data in data management programs. Copies and scans documents using various office equipment. Performs incidental related clerical and stenographic work.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR

• 249.3.

To be considered for this Hearing Reporter job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1219

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position is located at: 1515 Clay St., Oakland, CA 94612. The incumbent works in a smoke-free environment. Work may be performed in high-rise buildings with elevators and stairs or in courtrooms/offices at ground level, under LED lighting, controlled temperature, quiet to moderate noise levels. Cubicle with computer, phone, and other office equipment. The position requires the ability for prolonged sitting and to work at a computer for extended periods of time and to move and transport office items including stenotype equipment and documents in a safe manner. May require travel to other locations throughout the state.

Special Requirements

• Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• Experience:
• One year of experience taking and transcribing verbatim accounts of conferences, hearings, proceedings, trials, and other formal meetings in shorthand or machine shorthand writing; or
• Possession of a State of California License as a Certified Shorthand Reporter; or
• Possession of a Certificate of Proficiency or a Certificate of Merit issued by the National Shorthand Reporters’ Association (NSRA). [Completion of 18 months of full-time study at a school specializing in Hearing Reporter training may be substituted for not more than half of the required experience under Pattern 1.]

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.