Court Reporter

Bexar County PA; Texas; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bexar County in the United States is seeking a Court Reporter to record court proceedings using stenography equipment in trials, hearings and appeals. The role requires precise transcription, back-reading testimony when requested, and organizing exhibits for the record.

The candidate will prepare written transcripts, jury charges, and related court correspondence, while maintaining statistics and complying with certification and background requirements.

Qualifications

• Must hold Texas Court Stenography Reporter certification with Real Time capability.
• Ability to transcribe at high speeds with 95% accuracy.
• Background check and pre-employment screenings required.

Responsibilities

• Record court proceedings using stenography equipment in trials, hearings and appeals.
• Read back previous testimony as needed during court proceedings.
• Prepare and file stenography notes and exhibits; assist with jury charges.
• Complete written transcriptions and maintain related records.

Skills

Stenography 225 wpm

Realtime reporting

PC proficiency

Communication skills

Courtroom multitasking

Education

Court Stenography Reporter certification – Texas

Tools

Stenography equipment

Tape recording equipment

Job description

## Court ReporterApply: County Courthouse: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR101092**Job Title**Court Reporter**Pay Rate**United States of America (Salary)**Time Type**Full time**Summary****Duties and Responsibilities*** Records court proceedings with stenography equipment such as trials, hearings and appeals* Performs on occasion, the reading of previous testimony during court proceedings* Categorizes, files and maintains stenography notes and exhibits* Prepares for appealed cases and completes written transcriptions of requested cases* Prepares jury charges and other general court correspondence as requested by the Judge* Maintains monthly statistics for Court of Appeals report* Performs related duties as required**Minimum Qualifications*** Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance* Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test* Valid certification as a Court Stenography Reporter for the State of Texas Real Time reporting capability* Skill level in stenography to report court testimony at 225 wpm, jury charges at 200 wpm and literary material at 180 wpm with 95% accuracy* Ability to operate personal computer, typewriter and basic office equipment* Ability to effectively respond to questions and complaints* Ability to operate tape recording equipment* Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with court staff, judges, County employees, attorneys and the general public**Working Environment and Physical Demands:*** Constantly working in indoor conditions (courtroom environment)* Occasionally moves items weighing up to 10-15 pounds* Occasionally moves about the office* Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information* Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery* Positions self to perform essential functions* Must be able to remain in a stationary position