Court Reporter — Verbatim Transcripts & Records

State of Missouri; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri, within the Missouri Judiciary, seeks a Court Reporter to record and preserve courtroom proceedings, provide verbatim transcripts, and assist with court-related duties. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and professional conduct under the judge's direction.

The ideal candidate will hold CCR certification, operate reporting equipment proficiently, and work independently while meeting deadlines and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Advanced skill in the operation of reporting equipment.
• Advanced ability to work independently with minimal supervision, maintain accurate records, and work under pressure.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to professionally represent the Court and adhere to professional ethics.

Responsibilities

• Record and preserve all courtroom proceedings under the direction of the judge; attend court sessions and record full verbatim records of all oral evidence, including but not limited to objections to the admissibility of testimony, rulings of the Court and all exceptions to such rulings.
• Preserve records (printed or electronic) utilizing accepted methods of recording, such as machine, shorthand or steno mask.
• Transcribe record of proceedings and provide transcripts to requesting parties.
• Perform courtroom duties, such as marking exhibits; assist judge as required; assist other divisions with court reporter duties when given approval by appointing judge.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Ethics

Verbal/written instructions

Education

Certified Court Reporter (CCR)

Tools

Shorthand

Steno mask

Court reporting equipment

Job description

State of Missouri, within the Missouri Judiciary, seeks a Court Reporter to record and preserve courtroom proceedings, provide verbatim transcripts, and assist with court-related duties. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and professional conduct under the judge's direction.

The ideal candidate will hold CCR certification, operate reporting equipment proficiently, and work independently while meeting deadlines and ethical standards.