Reporter / Stenographer (Grand Jury)

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (BXDA) seeks a Reporter/Stenographer to support Grand Jury operations. The role involves taking verbatim testimony, preparing transcripts, and maintaining case records with precision.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate stenotype proficiency at 175 wpm and have a high school diploma. Experience in a DA office or court reporting is a plus, with duties including court appearances when required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Stenotype proficiency at 175 words per minute during appointment interview.

Responsibilities

• Take verbatim testimony for Grand Jury on a stenographic machine.
• Use Case Catalyst System with personal dictionary to produce transcripts quickly.
• Maintain accurate records and files of cases.
• Appear in court to testify to transcript accuracy when required.
• Transcribe audio files for ADAs for hearings and/or trials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Stenography

Stenotype 175 wpm

Court testimony

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County ("BXDA") is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day. In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks a skilled and highly engaged Reporter / Stenographer (Grand Jury).

Job Responsibilities

• Reports to the Grand Jury to take verbatim testimony on Stenographic machine, provided by Office.
• Uses Case Catalyst System with personal dictionary to produce transcripts in an expeditious time frame.
• Keeps accurate records and files of cases.
• Appears in court to testify, when required, as to accuracy of transcripts.
• Transcribes audio files for ADAs for hearings and/or trials.
• All other duties as assigned.

REPORTER/STENOGRAPHER - 10212

Qualifications

Education Requirement: By the last day of the Application Period you must have a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE APPOINTED:

Stenotype Proficiency: At the time of the appointment interview, you will be required to demonstrate your proficiency to take two-voice dictation, using a stenotype machine, at the rate of 175 words per minute and to transcribe same.

Special Note

To be eligible for assignment to Assignment Level II, an incumbent must have at least one year of satisfactory experience working in an office of a District Attorney performing Assignment Level I duties.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.