Court Reporter II

Colorado Judicial Branch; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Judicial Branch in Colorado is seeking a Court Reporter II/III/IV series candidate to provide professional verbatim reporting and transcription for court proceedings. The role requires RPR certification through the NCRA and involves operating stenography equipment, producing real-time transcripts, and meeting tight statutory deadlines.

The position includes responsibilities such as editing and proofreading transcripts for judges and the public, handling billing and records, uploading

Qualifications

• Must hold RPR certification from the NCRA.
• Experience with real-time transcription is preferred.
• Ability to meet statutory deadlines for transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Record testimony using stenography during court proceedings.
• Set up and operate Real Time equipment at benches.
• Edit and proofread certified transcripts for judges, attorneys, and the public.
• Meet statutory deadlines for transcripts and appeals.
• Maintain records, including billing for transcripts.
• Upload stenographic notes to the server monthly.
• Maintain court reporter equipment and software.

Skills

RPR certification

Verbatim reporting

Stenography

Real Time transcription

Education

RPR certification (NCRA)

Tools

Steno machine

Real Time software

Job description

POSITION INFORMATION

• Job Code: R41630
• Full Time Salary Range: $63,329.04 - $91,827.24
• FLSA Status: Non-exempt

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MISSION STATEMENT

The Judicial Department works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado. Together our courts and probation departments are committed to impartial and timely dispute resolution; support for families, litigants, and victims; client rehabilitation; and meaningful community engagement.

STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Summary Of Job Classification

Provides professional verbatim reporting and transcribing for court proceedings, hearings and conferences. Employees in this classification have successfully obtained their Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certification through the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA).

Additional Comments

Please note that to qualify for this position, applicants must have RPR certification through the NCRA.

This requisition is regarding position #62673 for a vacant court reporter position. This position is part of a progressive job series, and placement will be determined based on minimum qualifications and the relevant experience of the successful applicant. Please refer to the links below for detailed job descriptions of the roles within the series.

Court Reporter II (certified)

Court Reporter III (Colorado Standard)

Court Reporter IV (CRR)

We are positing three requisitions :

Court Reporter II - Certified (Requisition Number: JD06629), Court Reporter III – Colorado Standard (Requisition Number: JD06630), and Court Reporter IV – CRR (Requisition Number: JD06631).

We will fill one open position within this series based on the district's hiring needs and the qualifications and relevant experience of the selected applicant.

Note:

Applicants must apply to each position individually to be considered for each opportunity.

Salary offers are made based on several factors, including relevant experience, available budget, and compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, aligned with our compensation step plan.

Essential Functions

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform assigned essential functions listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency and percentage of time may vary based on assignment.
• Records testimony using stenography in various types of courtroom proceedings. Maintains and sets up equipment including Real Time equipment at Bench and attorney tables. Pauses court proceedings to clarify language as needed. Reads back portions of the record during hearings and trials as requested by parties. Provides real time transcription to the Judge. Acts as custodian of record for admitted exhibits during hearings and jury trials.
• Edits, proofreads, and produces certified written and electronic verbatim transcripts for judges, attorneys, private agencies, and the public. Provides rough draft transcripts to judges upon request for review of the record and to assist in making decisions/rulings. Meets strict statutory deadlines for transcripts and appeals. Researches various terms and specialties for the completion of transcripts that contain testimony by expert witnesses.
• Performs administrative duties including billing for transcripts, completing record-keeping forms, documenting information contained in reports, and maintaining records according to statutory requirements. Forwards completed transcripts to the Court to be stored per Record Retention guidelines.
• Receives and files exhibits collected during hearings and jury trials. Uploads stenographic notes to the server monthly per Record Retention guidelines.
• Purchases and maintains court reporter equipment and software, including steno machine, real time software and cables, subscriptions for the ability to provide real time to the Judge, NCRA membership dues, CCRA membership dues, computers, laptops, USB drives, and transcript covers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions Cont.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees. The work performed by majority of employees is semi complex.

Human Collaboration

Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contacts may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas. Interactions have limited impact.

Freedom To Act & Impact Of Actions

Receives General Direction

Employee normally perform the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically. Impact of actions are moderate.

Knowledge & Skills

Full Performance

Work requires comprehensive, practical knowledge of work processes. Incumbent can complete