Transcriptionist - 28th Judicial District

Kansas Judicial Council; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kansas Judicial Council is seeking a Transcriptionist for the 28th Judicial District in Saline County, Kansas. The role involves producing accurate transcripts of judicial proceedings from tape and digital recordings and certifying their correctness.

You will also handle transcript requests, maintain records, and perform related administrative duties under the Court Administrator, requiring a high school diploma or GED and court-related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of court-related experience.
• Experience with Word, Excel and PDF software.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and maintain good relationships with staff.
• Preferred: one to two years’ typist experience with transcript formats.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate transcripts of judicial proceedings from tape and digital recordings.
• Certify correctness of transcripts prepared.
• Process transcript requests and engage in written correspondence with requestors.
• Maintain records and filing systems to facilitate storage and retrieval of transcripts.
• Perform some administrative duties under the supervision of the Court Administrator.

Skills

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PDF software

Job description

Position number:

K0054245

Position Title and Salary:

Transcriptionist, grade 23, $21.19 hourly

$21.73 after 6 months of successful performance

$23.39 after 1-year of successful performance

Location of Employment:

28th Judicial District, Saline County, Kansas

Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits:

State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)

Job Duties:

• Produce accurate transcripts of judicial proceedings from both tape and digital recordings as requested.


• Certify correctness of transcripts prepared.


• Process transcript requests and engage in written correspondence with requestors.


• Maintain records and filing systems to facilitate storage and retrieval of transcripts prepared.


• Will also perform some administrative duties as assigned under the supervision of the Court Administrator.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED


• At least one year of court-related experience.


• Experience with computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PDF software.


• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees.

Preferred experience:

• One to two years’ experience as a typist, including knowledge of the format and requirements of transcript preparation preferred.

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 [e-mail] or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.

THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER