Realtime Court Reporter – Telework Eligible

U.S. Courts; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 96,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life, and long

Family/Dependent insurance

Flexible work schedule

Telework

Paid annual and sick leave

Paid federal holidays

Parking

On-site fitness facility

Thrift Savings Plan (5% match)

Job summary

The United States District Court for the District of Nebraska, based in Omaha, seeks a court reporter to join the Clerk's Office. The role requires stenographic reporting experience and certification, with travel to Lincoln as needed for proceedings.

Applicants should have RPR certification; realtime certification is preferred (RMR/RDR considered). The position emphasizes producing accurate transcripts under tight deadlines and working as part of a court reporters team under the Chief Deputy

Qualifications

• One year of prime stenographic court reporting experience in freelance work, in other courts, or a combination thereof.
• Successful completion of the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) exam of the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA).
• Realtime certification is preferred; special consideration will be extended to reporters who possess a Registered Merit Reporter (RMR) or Registered Diplomate Reporter (RDR) certification.
• Skilled in the use of computer-aided transcription equipment (CAT).
• Possess and provide all necessary personal equipment and software, including up-to-date software and hardware used to produce realtime translations.

Responsibilities

• Must possess strong organizational skills and excellent communication skills to permit the production of transcripts within strict time limitations.
• Work well under pressure and be willing to work as part of a team of court reporters under the direction of the Chief Deputy Clerk.
• Maintain tact, judgment, poise, initiative, and a professional appearance and demeanor; demonstrate strong customer service skills.

Skills

Stenographic reporting

RPR certification

Realtime certification

CAT proficiency

Equipment maintenance

Tools

CAT software

Job description

The United States District Court for the District of Nebraska, based in Omaha, seeks a court reporter to join the Clerk's Office. The role requires stenographic reporting experience and certification, with travel to Lincoln as needed for proceedings.

Applicants should have RPR certification; realtime certification is preferred (RMR/RDR considered). The position emphasizes producing accurate transcripts under tight deadlines and working as part of a court reporters team under the Chief Deputy