Court Reporter | Real-Time Transcription Specialist

Brazos County; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Brazos County is seeking a dedicated court reporter to record all district court proceedings. The role requires attending sessions and preparing accurate transcripts of evidence, rulings, and voir dire, with meticulous note preservation.

The position involves taking shorthand notes, handling objections, and preparing transcripts for appeals, with related duties and monthly reporting to Appeals Courts. A court reporting credential is required.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or its equivalent; or completion of a court reporting program.
• Graduation from court reporting school or equivalent experience provides required knowledge and abilities.
• Two years of experience is preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Attends all court sessions and records a full transcript of evidence, objections, rulings, voir dire, and arguments.
• Takes full shorthand notes (by machine) as requested, including objections and rulings.
• Preserves shorthand notes for three years and prepares accurate transcripts for appeals or future use.
• Marks and files exhibits admitted into evidence and indexes notes taken in court.
• Prepares appeals and transcript requests and monthly reports to Appeals Courts.

Skills

Shorthand theory

Real-time transcription

Courtroom vocabulary

Typing speed 55 wpm

English spelling

Education

High school diploma

Court reporting school

Job description

Brazos County is seeking a dedicated court reporter to record all district court proceedings. The role requires attending sessions and preparing accurate transcripts of evidence, rulings, and voir dire, with meticulous note preservation.

The position involves taking shorthand notes, handling objections, and preparing transcripts for appeals, with related duties and monthly reporting to Appeals Courts. A court reporting credential is required.