Court Reporter - Real Time

Office of the Child Advocate Delaware; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Benefits package

Job summary

The Delaware Court of Chancery is seeking a Court Reporter-Real Time to provide verbatim stenographic reporting for trials, hearings, and conferences. You will timely prepare transcripts and interact with judges, attorneys, and the public in a fast-paced environment.

Based at the Leonard L. Williams Justice Center in New Castle County, occasional travel to Kent and Sussex Counties is required. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a court reporting program including stenographic methods and English terminology.
• CAT software up-to-date and capable of streaming real-time over the internet using Bridge Mobile.
• RPR certification within one year of hire; CRR within two years of hire.
• Ability to communicate courteously, effectively, and professionally, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Stenographic reporting of all hearings before judicial officers and prompt production of transcripts.
• Ability to work in a team environment to ensure smooth operation of the court reporters' office.

Skills

Stenographic reporting

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Court reporting school graduation

RPR certification within 1 year

CRR certification within 2 years

Tools

Eclipse court reporting software

Bridge Mobile

CAT real-time streaming

Job description

Introduction

Launch your career, or take it to the next level, with the Delaware Court of Chancery! We are accepting applications from candidates at all experience levels, from recent graduates of accredited court reporting schools or programs who are ready to launch their careers to experienced court reporters looking for a new challenge. Each day brings new cases, complex legal matters, and the chance to work alongside distinguished judges and legal professionals in one of the country's most respected courts. Whether you’re building your skills or bringing years of expertise, you’ll find a team friendly environment, meaningful work and an opportunity to make a difference.

Summary Statement

The employee is responsible for the verbatim stenographic (machine method) reporting of court trials, hearings, and conferences held in the Court of Chancery; timely preparation of transcripts as required; will have contact with court personal, parties, and the public; and works as part of a team under the supervision of the Chief Court Reporter in an extremely busy office with a large volume of work. Occasional travel to Kent and Sussex Counties is required.

Preferred Qualification

• Use of Eclipse court reporting software.
• Experience as a stenographic reporter writing and transcribing verbatim proceedings of a judicial or quasi—judicial nature.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Stenographic reporting of all hearings before judicial officers, and prompt production of transcripts as requested by the Court, attorneys and litigants.
• Ability to work in a team environment to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the court reporters' office.

JOB REQUIREMENTS For Court Reporter-Real Time

• Graduation from a court reporting school or university or college or program which includes courses in standard stenographic methods of taking testimony and dictation, as well as English grammar and punctuation, medical terminology and legal terminology.
• Possession at the time of hire of up-to-date Computer-Aided Transcription (CAT) software capable of streaming real-time over the internet using Bridge Mobile.
• Successful completion of the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certification from the National Court Reporters Association within one year of hire.
• Successful completion of the Certified Real-Time Reporter (CRR) certification from the National Court Reporter Association within two years of hire.
• Ability to communicate courteously, effectively, and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work within deadlines to ensure prompt transcript completion.

Additional Posting Information

• This position is based primarily at the Leonard L. Wiliams Justice Center in New Castle County, DE. Occasional statewide travel to our Kent and Sussex County courthouses is required.
• Fees for transcripts ordered by the parties and the public are charged by the reporter in accordance with the guidelines and fee schedule set by the Court.
• Transcript preparation includes extensive research of case citations, statutes, and specialized terminology.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.

Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.

Benefits

• Full time employees are eligible for free parking.
• To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com.

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail].

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.