Senate Debates Reporter — On-Floor Official

US SENATE; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Senate seeks an Official Reporter of Debates to transcribe debates and official proceedings with precision. The role requires extensive knowledge of parliamentary procedure, strong English skills, and the ability to operate stenographic and transcription equipment.

Candidates should hold a state court reporter or NCRA certification with 7+ years of professional field experience and be prepared to travel as needed. Proficiency in CaseCatalyst is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and either state court reporter or NCRA certification with 7+ years of field experience.
• Ability to report proceedings accurately while conforming to parliamentary procedure.
• Knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, spelling and vocabulary.
• Knowledge of Senate rules and decorum on the Senate floor.

Responsibilities

• Accurately transcribe debates and official proceedings.
• Ensure transcript conforms to parliamentary procedure and Senate decorum.
• Operate stenographic and transcription equipment and use CaseCatalyst software.

Skills

Stenography

Parliamentary procedure

English grammar

CaseCatalyst

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

State court reporter certification

NCRA certification

7+ years field experience

RMR/RDR/CRR preferred

Tools

CaseCatalyst software

Stenographic equipment

Transcription software

Job description

The United States Senate seeks an Official Reporter of Debates to transcribe debates and official proceedings with precision. The role requires extensive knowledge of parliamentary procedure, strong English skills, and the ability to operate stenographic and transcription equipment.

Candidates should hold a state court reporter or NCRA certification with 7+ years of professional field experience and be prepared to travel as needed. Proficiency in CaseCatalyst is preferred.