Court Reporter

Superior Court of Los Angeles County; Red Bluff (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 104,000; Full time

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Job summary

Tehama Superior Court in Red Bluff, CA seeks a Court Reporter to transcribe verbatim stenographic proceedings and prepare official transcripts. The role requires real-time capabilities in the courtroom, accuracy under pressure and the ability to certify transcripts for court use.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and California certification as a Shorthand or Court Reporter, plus knowledge of legal terminology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Certification by the State of California as a Certified Shorthand Reporter or Certified Court Reporter.
• Knowledge of legal terminology.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe verbatim stenographic accounts of court proceedings.
• Maintain case files and records for the court.
• Prepare printed or magnetic media transcripts and certify transcripts.
• Perform real-time transcription in the courtroom.
• Read back transcripts upon instruction from the judge.

Job description

JOB TITLE: Court Reporter

SALARY: $90,000.00 - $104,186.25 annually (plus benefit package)

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

HIRING INCENTIVE: $10,000.00 TOTAL *$5,000.00 upon hire (paid with first full pay period), *$5,000.00 upon sucessful completion of 6 month probationary period.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Assistant Court Executive Officer, is responsible for specialized clerical level records and transcribes verbatim stenographic accounts of official court proceedings as they are actually taking place within the courtroom.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Court Reporter is a full time, at-will, FLSA non-exempt position.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Maintains case files, reports and materials;
• Capable of performing instantaneous “Real Time” capabilities in the courtroom;
• Able to read back all or portions of the official court proceedings upon instruction from the judge;
• Use of stenographic equipment;
• Prepares printed or magnetic media transcripts; reviews and certifies printed transcripts of court proceedings;
• Maintains a variety of electronic and paper files of the court record for which the reporter is directly responsible;
• Prepares daily transcripts as needed and provides transcripts of proceedings on request of parties or by order of the court;
• Researches records for information requested;
• Uses general office equipment; and
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge Of

• Public information and communication techniques; and
• General clerical office procedures, including typing and record keeping

Ability To

• Ability to learn, understand and remain current with laws, regulations and policies governing court operations;
• Work rapidly and accurately and make decisions under pressure;
• Communicate effectively in written and oral form;
• Maintain accurate records;
• Organize and set priorities for work assignments;
• Assemble and analyze information and prepare written reports and records in a clear, concise manner;
• Maintain effective working relationships with those contacted on the job;
• Use of computers for data and word processing; and
• Use of transcribing equipment at a rate necessary for successful performance of duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED and certification by the State of California as a Certified Shorthand Reporter or a Certified Court Reporter; and
• Requires knowledge of legal terminology.

Licenses, Certifications Or Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License with an acceptable driving record;
• Background Investigation: Live Scan fingerprinting is required;
• All court employees must take the Oath of Allegiance; and
• Regular and punctual attendance is essential.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is regularly required to stand and sit for long periods of time;
• Speaking and hearing are needed to communicate in person and on the telephone;
• Strength, dexterity, coordination and vision to use a keyboard and video display terminal for long periods of time;
• Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper;
• Physical ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull light to moderately heavy objects, sometimes weighing up to 25 pounds such as files, stacks of papers and other materials;
• Moving from place to place within an office;
• Some reaching for items above and below desk level;
• Some kneeling and/or stooping.

Background Check

Any candidate employed by the Tehama Superior Court, County of Tehama, will be required to submit to Live Scan Fingerprinting as a condition of employment, should an offer be made.

Address

Tehama Superior Court

Attn: Human Resources

1740 Walnut St.

Red Bluff, CA 96080

Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

The selection process is subject to change. Applicants will be notified if changes are made. A screening panel will select a number of the most highly qualified applicants. Please note not all applicants will receive an interview. Those applicants selected by the panel will be invited to an interview.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Tehama Superior Court is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity to all persons with respect to hiring practices, compensation, benefits, promotional opportunities, and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, age, veteran status, marital status, or political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal and state laws. If you require accommodations in the application or interview process, contact Human Resources at the number listed above before the deadline posted on the job Work

Policy of Nondiscrimination

Superior Court of California, County of Tehama does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Special interview arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. Contact the Court Administrative office at [phone] well in advance of the exam/interview for assistance. The Superior Court of California, County of Tehama encourages applications from all persons regardless of their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions or marital status. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply for all positions with the Tehama Superior Court. Reasonable accommodations may be made in the testing procedure as well as the work site.

Compensation And Benefits

• Benefits: Sick Leave – 12 days annually (may carry over accrued sick leave from one calendar year to the next);
• Vacation – 0-4 years=12 days; 5-10 years=18 days; 11-20 years=21 days; 21+ years=22.5 days per year;
• Holidays – 13 paid holidays plus 1 year-end floating holiday. All non-probationary employees shall accrue an additional personal holiday on July 1st of every year;
• Health Insurance – The Court contributes 80% of the average premium toward health, dental, and vision insurance plus an additional $125.00 per month (the additional $125.00 is only through September 30, 2021). Employee share of cost for medical/dental/vision benefits is currently $93.49 per individual/family for the EPO coverage. Term & Basic Life Insurance Benefits through our County benefit plan is $20,000/$40,000 (AD&D) at a cost to the employee of $1.32 per month. The Court pays $225 per month to employees who choose not to participate in the group insurance plan;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Flexible Spending Account – Available for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement Plan-Employees are enrolled in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) which is integrated with Social Security. For employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, retirement eligibility is 2% at 62. Employees hired before January 1, 2013, currently enrolled in PERS or the County Employees’ Retirement Law of 1937 (the ‘37 Act) may be eligible to establish reciprocity and retirement eligibility is 2% at 55. The employee’s current contribution is 7%.