Court Reporter & Transcript Specialist

HC1 Hamilton County; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County is seeking a Court Reporter to record court proceedings, prepare transcripts, and support court administration. The role involves operating recording equipment, handling evidence, and assisting the public with hearings and schedules.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, experience as a legal secretary or paralegal preferred, and court reporter certification preferred. The position requires accuracy, confidentiality, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; court reporter certification preferred.
• Legal secretary or paralegal experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of standard office policies and court terminology.
• Ability to take shorthand and type quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Record audio tape and take shorthand notes during court proceedings.
• Type verbatim transcripts from tapes when requested.
• Maintain custody and labeling of case evidence; follow retention rules.
• Provide clerical support to Court Administrator and assist the public.

Skills

Shorthand

Typing

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Court reporter certification

Tools

Court recording equipment

Dictaphone

Computer

Printer

Telephone

Fax machine

Copier

Job description

Hamilton County is seeking a Court Reporter to record court proceedings, prepare transcripts, and support court administration. The role involves operating recording equipment, handling evidence, and assisting the public with hearings and schedules.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, experience as a legal secretary or paralegal preferred, and court reporter certification preferred. The position requires accuracy, confidentiality, and strong communication skills.