About This Role
This Court Reporter I position is an essential role within the Court Services Department, responsible for accurately capturing and preserving the official record of Family Court proceedings using steno and voice writing methods. The role also involves preparing and delivering certified transcripts in accordance with legal and court rule deadlines, offering an excellent opportunity to build a career in a respected statewide court system.
Responsibilities
- Attend court proceedings and create verbatim recordings by stenographic and/or voice writing methods with a digital backup device to ensure a clear and complete audio recording of legal proceedings
- Upload all audio and physical court records to One Drive weekly, in the required format
- Acquire and maintain equipment and supplies necessary to capture the record
- Verify proper operation of equipment prior to court proceedings and troubleshoot issues as needed
- Read or play back testimony during proceedings at the direction of the presiding judge
- Receive, inventory, record, and maintain exhibits entered as evidence in court
- File exhibits with the Clerk of Court in compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, retaining proof of delivery
- Prepare certified verbatim transcripts: proofread, edit, print, bind, prepare trial index, certify accuracy, and distribute copies within required deadlines
- Maintain confidentiality of official records and respond promptly to transcript requests
- Maintain all notes and records as required by the SC Court Reporter Manual and applicable law
- Adhere to principles of professionalism, including punctuality, preparedness, dress code compliance, courtesy and civility, neutrality, discretion, and integrity
- Work independently, exercising sound judgment and discretion
- Assist judges and court personnel with reasonable requests in and outside of the courtroom
- Complete required weekly timesheets and monthly/quarterly reports
- Attend meetings and training sessions as required
- Interpret and apply SC Court Reporters Manual rules, practices, and procedures
- Advise supervisor of issues, concerns, or recommendations affecting job duties
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- A degree in court reporting from an accredited school or institution OR verified credentials as a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) or Certified Verbatim Reporter (CVR)
- General knowledge of nationally recognized court reporter practices and procedures
- Specific knowledge of SC Court Reporters Manual policies and procedures
- Proficiency with computers and modern court reporting technology/equipment
- Strong transcription, listening, proofreading, and time management skills
- Ability to exercise discretion, sound judgment, and maintain neutrality
- Effective communication and professional interaction with judges, attorneys, staff, and the public
- Ability to work independently, remain detail-oriented, and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to concentrate under pressure and sit for long periods
- Punctuality is required
- Ability to work autonomously with initiative, motivation, and integrity
- Represent SCJB as an officer of the court, upholding ethical and professional conduct, including producing quality work and meeting deadlines, responding promptly to emails and transcript requests, staying current on statutes and court rules affecting court reporters, communicating clearly and respectfully, verbally and in writing, and dressing appropriately per SCJB standards
Nice to have:
- Verified credentials as RPR or CVR with at least four (4) years prime court reporting experience
Benefits
Important Details
- Schedule: Work hours may vary based on court schedules and judicial requirements; flexibility is essential
- Team: Under the direct supervision of a Court Reporter Supervisor
- Other conditions: Stenographers and voice writers must provide and maintain their own equipment; SCJB does not provide this equipment
About the Company
The South Carolina Judicial Branch is a statewide court system.
