Official Court Reporter

Kansas Judicial Branch; Ottawa (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Judicial Branch is hiring an Official Court Reporter to provide verbatim reporting of judicial proceedings across multiple statewide locations. The role includes preparing transcripts and maintaining electronic backup storage for all proceedings.

The position requires Kansas Certified Court Reporter certification or eligibility for a temporary certificate, a high school diploma, and training in machine shorthand or voice writing. Computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess Kansas Certified Court Reporter certification or be eligible to obtain a temporary certificate in compliance with Kansas Supreme Court rules.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Formal training in machine shorthand or a voice writing program is required.
• Experience with using computer equipment is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide verbatim reporting of judicial proceedings at high speeds and prepare verbatim transcripts as required.
• Prepare complete and accurate reports and maintain electronic backup storage of proceedings.

Skills

Verbatim reporting

Transcript preparation

Electronic backup storage

Exhibit handling

Education

Kansas Certified Court Reporter

Temporary certificate eligible

High school diploma

Machine shorthand training

Voice writing program training

Computer skills

Job description

Position number:

K0069726, K0071012, K0053581, K0244055, K0244064, and K0244065

Location of Employment:

Multiple Locations available statewide

Position/Salary and Benefits:

Official Court Reporter, grade 36, $29.07 hourly ($29.81 at 6 months and $32.09 after one year of successful service)

Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)

Job Duties:

Highly responsible work in verbatim reporting of judicial proceedings at high rates of speed and preparing verbatim transcripts as required. Must prepare a complete and accurate report of proceedings and maintain electronic backup storage of such proceedings. Must keep all exhibits in possession until otherwise requested by the court, includes other administrative duties as assigned by the chief judge or designee. All work performed in accordance with procedures established by the district judges and clerk of court and is reviewed upon completion for accuracy and content.

Required education, licensure, and experience:

Applicant must possess a Kansas Certified Court Reporter certification (or be eligible to obtain a temporary certificate) in compliance with applicable Kansas Supreme Court rules. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, and formal training in machine shorthand or voice writing program. Experience with using computer equipment and no fear of technology.

Application deadline:

Open until filled.

The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact [email protected] or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.

THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER