Court Reporter, Realtime Steno/Voice Writing (Per Diem)

Fresno Superior Court; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Retiree bonus

Real-time differential

National real-time differential

Onsite parking

YesLaw stipend

License renewal reimbursement

Job summary

Fresno Superior Court is seeking a Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) to report verbatim testimony in trials and hearings using stenographic or voice writing equipment. The CSR must hold a California license and be able to travel between court locations to provide accurate transcripts.

The role includes realtime reporting, preparing official transcripts, and maintaining transcript files in accordance with court rules and policies.

Qualifications

• CSR license in California is required.
• Ability to travel between Fresno County locations.
• Knowledge of realtime transcription hardware and CAT software.
• No minimum experience required.

Responsibilities

• Report verbatim all proceedings in assigned sessions.
• Provide realtime reporting.
• Read back testimony as requested.
• Prepare and certify official transcripts.
• Maintain reporter notes and transcript files.

Skills

Realtime reporting

Stenography

Stenotype/Voice writing

CAT software

Listening skills

Travel between locations

Tools

Stenotype machine

Stenomask

Realtime hardware

Transcript software

Job description

Description

Must have a valid Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) License

Below is the link with information on becoming a Voice Writer and Steno Court Reporter: https://linktr.ee/fresnosuperiorcourthr

Salary: $240 half day / $480 full day or $60/hour

After 400 hours worked, earn $300 half day / $600 full day or $75/hour

Ongoing Incentives

• $6,250 Hiring Bonus
• $5,625 bonus if retired from Fresno Superior Court
• Make $60/hr to start or $75/hour after 400 hours worked
• 6% differential Local Real-time (in-house testing offered quarterly)
• An additional 4% differential for National Real-time Certification (for a total of 10% non-cumulative)
• 2025-2026 CSR License Renewal Reimbursement
• Free Onsite secured parking is provided
• $25 Monthly Reimbursement for YesLaw stipend

Definition

Under general supervision, reports verbatim testimony presented at trials and other court hearings, utilizes the realtime program and transcribes and provides typed transcripts pursuant to standards promulgated by statutes, rules, regulations or policies.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Court Reporters are assigned to courtrooms, use stenographic or voice writing equipment to make a verbatim record of court proceedings, including objections made, rulings of the court, arraignments, pleas, sentences, arguments of counsel, instruction to the jury, and perform other duties as required.

Typical Tasks

• Report accurately and verbatim all proceedings in all assigned sessions;
• Provide realtime reporting;
• Read back testimony as requested during court proceedings;
• Prepare, and certify official court transcripts of proceedings in accordance with applicable codes, statutes, rules, regulations and policies;
• Maintain reporter notes and transcript files in accordance with applicable codes, statutes, rules, regulations and policies;
• Perform other related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

License: Possession of a valid license as a Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) in the state of California.

AND Possession of valid Class “C” California Driver’s License or the ability to travel between Court locations as assigned.

AND Possession and knowledge of realtime transcription computer hardware and software and ability to use Computer Aided Transcription (CAT) to provide realtime transcription services.

AND No minimum experience required.

Expected Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge Of

• Policies, procedures, statutes and court standards and other legal and administrative requirements governing transcription of court proceedings;
• English language: spelling, grammar, punctuation, legal terminology, medical and other technical terminology required for court proceedings;
• Courtroom procedures and protocol;
• Electronic equipment necessary to complete court transcripts and fundamental knowledge of office equipment including but not limited to: office phones, copiers and printers.

Skill And Ability To

• Strong oral and written expression to communicate with judicial officers, attorneys, other court staff, and other entities in the scope of performing duties;
• Comprehend written information and material;
• Hear and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences;
• Understand the speech of another person;
• Coordinate movements of the fingers of both hands;
• Make fast and simple repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and wrists;
• Recall information such as words, numbers, and sources;
• Provide transcription of court proceedings;
• Flexibility, demonstrated by a willingness to take on a variety of reporting assignments;
• See typed information at close range;
• Transcribe verbatim testimony presented at trials and other court proceedings and provide Realtime reporting;
• Coordinate work processes and results with others including attorneys, judicial officers, court administrators and other Court staff;
• Record shorthand at a minimum of 200 words per minute with 97.5% accuracy, including compliance with all applicable statutes, court rules, policies and procedures;
• Ability to perform duties on site and in any courtroom as assigned;
• Operate necessary equipment such as a stenotype machine or a stenomask;
• Hear acuity to detect loud voices and soft whispers;
• Verbally comprehend and retain court proceedings;
• Travel independently to various court reporting assignments throughout Fresno County based on the operational needs of the Superior Court.

Working Conditions

• Sit at a desk and/or in front of a computer display terminal.
• Twist and bend neck.
• Repetitive hand movement while Reporting courtroom proceedings with a steno machine.
• Push and/or pull drawers of file cabinets and/or desks.
• Crouch, stoop, climb and reach while retrieving materials from shelves and cabinets.
• Occasional grasping, lifting, pushing, pulling, and movement of items weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Duties are performed primarily indoors.

Background Investigations

Convictions, depending on the type, number and date, may be disqualifying. Court employees shall be subject to a modified background investigation and fingerprinting. False statements or omission of facts regarding background or employment history may result in disqualification or dismissal.

Request for Reasonable Accommodations

The Superior Court of California, County of Fresno is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process may contact the Human Resources Department at [phone] or via email at . Individuals with hearing and/or speech impairments may also contact Human Resources for this position through the use of the California Relay Service by dialing 711.