Court Reporter & Verbatim Transcription Specialist

Kaufman County; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaufman County in Texas is seeking a Court Reporter to maintain an accurate verbatim record of all hearings, transcribe requested testimony, and read back testimony during trial. The role involves handling exhibits and preparing transcripts with indexing and binding.

The reporter must provide own stenographic equipment and adhere to professional standards. The position requires state certification as a Shorthand Reporter, a high school diploma or GED, and formal court reporting training.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma (or GED certificate).
• Two-year college or technical certificate from an accredited facility in a course specializing in court reporting.
• Six Months of experience to understand the duties of a court reporter.

Responsibilities

• Keeps accurate records of all proceedings, including transcripts and custody of stenographic notes.
• Transcribes and reads back testimony as requested; maintains exhibits.
• Produces trial worksheets and detailed logs.
• Keeps abreast of changes in court reporting laws and continuing education requirements.

Skills

Court reporting

Verbatim transcription

Courtroom communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma (or GED)

Two-year college certificate in court reporting

Job description

Kaufman County in Texas is seeking a Court Reporter to maintain an accurate verbatim record of all hearings, transcribe requested testimony, and read back testimony during trial. The role involves handling exhibits and preparing transcripts with indexing and binding.

The reporter must provide own stenographic equipment and adhere to professional standards. The position requires state certification as a Shorthand Reporter, a high school diploma or GED, and formal court reporting training.