Electronic Court Recorder Operator (ECRO)

United States Courts; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Courts in Philadelphia seeks an Electronic Court Recorder Operator (ECRO) to record court proceedings verbatim using electronic sound recording equipment and to support courtroom operations. The role includes setup of gear, logging proceedings, and ensuring transcripts meet standards.

The ECRO will handle thumb drives, monitor transcript progress, assist deputies, and maintain equipment inventory, contributing to accurate and timely documentation within the clerk’s office.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• At least one year of specialized experience involving keyboard use, basic rules, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in a professional manner.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Dependability, reliability, and good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Record verbatim court proceedings using electronic sound recording equipment and play back as required.
• Ensure recording equipment is in working order; notify IT for maintenance needs.
• Set up and arrange equipment in the courtroom.
• Create electronic log notes of proceedings and participants.
• Review transcripts to ensure compliance with format standards.
• Prepare thumb drives for transcription and monitor delivery of transcripts.
• Receive/process thumb drives and transcript production orders.
• Inventory and control recording equipment; request supplies as needed.
• Assist courtroom deputy with duties such as administering oaths, handling exhibits, and calling the calendar.
• Operate a variety of office equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Keyboard skills

Oral & written communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Job Details for Electronic Court Recorder Operator (ECRO)

Court Name/Organization Pennsylvania Eastern District Court

Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania is seeking qualified applicants for position of Electronic Court Recorder Operator (ECRO). The ECRO has responsibility for the accurate and appropriate verbatim recording of court proceedings in the courtroom through the use and operation of electronic sound recording equipment. The incumbent provides basic courtroom assistance to courtroom deputies, as required.The position is in the Clerk’s Office of the U.S. District Court in Philadelphia; occasional travel within the district may be required.

• Record verbatim court proceedings using electronic sound recording equipment. Play back proceedings as required.
• Ensure in advance that electronic sound recording equipment is in working order and notify information technology staff regarding needed maintenance and/or repairs
• Setup and arrange equipment in courtroom
• Create electronic log notes of proceedings, including participants involved in court proceedings
• Review transcripts submitted by agencies to ensure they meet the court’s format standards
• Prepare thumb drives for transcription. Arrange for and monitor the timely and accurate progress of the transcript beingreceived from the transcriber and delivered to the appropriate parties.
• Receive and process thumb drives and transcript production orders
• Inventory and control electronic sound recording equipment and submit requests for needed supplies
• Assist the courtroom deputy with in-court duties, such as administering oaths, handling exhibits, and calling the calendar
• Operate a variety of office equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be high school graduate or equivalent
• At least one year of specialized experience
  • Specialized experience is progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience requiring the regular and routine use of keyboard skills, specialized terminology, and demonstrated abilityto apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to individuals and groups in a professional manner, providing customer service and resolving difficulties while complying with rules, regulations, and procedures
• Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions
• Dependability, reliability, and good organizational skills are a must

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Work is performed in an office and/or courtroom setting and may occur at off-site locations. Incumbent may be required to work after hours when court proceedings run late. Some lifting may be required to handle and set up equipment in the courtroom.

Employee Benefits

Employees of the U.S. District Court are entitled to federal benefits including health insurance, vision and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term care insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement benefits, participation in Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K plan), paid federal holidays, and paid annual and sick leave. To learn more about the Judiciary’s benefits: https://www.uscourts.gov/careers/benefits

The Clerk’s Office of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvaniais committed to recruiting, developing, retaining, and promoting a diverse workforce.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.