Lead Grand Jury Stenography Supervisor

Manhattan District Attorney; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattan District Attorney's Office, Grand Jury Stenographers Unit, seeks an Assistant Supervisor to oversee Reporters and Transcribers, ensuring accurate, timely stenographic and verbatim reporting for grand jury proceedings. Under direction, you will supervise staff, coordinate with ADAs on transcript requests, manage scheduling, review bills, and participate in hiring and training.

A relevant degree with experience and strong organizational skills are required, with proficiency in Word and

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities related to the duties described above.
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or related activities as described above.
• Education and/or experience equivalent to the above with at least one year of experience as described in the first item.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chief of Stenographic Services in reviewing, assigning and scheduling Reporters/Stenographers.
• Coordinate with Assistant District Attorneys on transcript requests and/or if request is still relevant or necessary.
• Assign and log CD and video transcription requests.
• Assist with and coordinate interview, hiring and training process for new staff.
• Review and ensure timely submission of monthly bills and invoices.
• Take verbatim statements of witnesses, complainants and defendants.
• Take verbatim testimony introduced before a grand jury and transcribe for use in court proceedings.
• Appear in court to testify as to accuracy of statements or testimony and of circumstances surrounding interrogations.
• Maintain records and files of proceedings and stenographic notes to locate testimony and other records pertaining to specific cases.
• Prepare, review and provide reports and tracking information as requested.
• Perform other administrative and supervisory duties as necessary.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Project management

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Associate Occupational Science Degree in Court Reporting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Manhattan District Attorney's Office, Grand Jury Stenographers Unit, seeks an Assistant Supervisor to oversee Reporters and Transcribers, ensuring accurate, timely stenographic and verbatim reporting for grand jury proceedings. Under direction, you will supervise staff, coordinate with ADAs on transcript requests, manage scheduling, review bills, and participate in hiring and training.

A relevant degree with experience and strong organizational skills are required, with proficiency in Word and