Real-Time Official Court Reporter (Verbatim Transcripts)

USDC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States District Court in Tampa seeks a mission-driven Official Court Reporter to record verbatim testimony and produce timely transcripts using computer-aided transcription.

The position requires 4+ years of prime court reporting, RPR qualification or equivalent, and RealTime Certification (or willingness to obtain within 12 months). This is a full-time role within the Middle District of Florida.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of prime court reporting experience in freelance field or other courts.
• RPR qualification by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or equivalent.
• Possession of and skill in computer-aided transcription equipment.
• RealTime Certification or willingness to obtain within 12 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Attend and record verbatim by computer-aided transcription all testimony.
• Provide transcripts within the time frames and per-page rates per Judicial Conference regulations.
• Comply with Judicial Conference billing and format requirements.
• Maintain accurate, legible records and safeguard records until disposition.
• Complete record-keeping forms and document information in reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Analytical skills

Job description

The United States District Court in Tampa seeks a mission-driven Official Court Reporter to record verbatim testimony and produce timely transcripts using computer-aided transcription.

The position requires 4+ years of prime court reporting, RPR qualification or equivalent, and RealTime Certification (or willingness to obtain within 12 months). This is a full-time role within the Middle District of Florida.