About This Role
The Court Reporter for Superior Court 6 is responsible for recording court proceedings, maintaining evidence, preparing court documents, and providing clerical support to the Judge. This role suits individuals who can perform essential duties satisfactorily and are committed to serving the citizens of Hamilton County.
Responsibilities
- Attend and make audio recordings and notes of various court proceedings, including operating recording equipment and typing electronic log-notes.
- Type or arrange the typing of verbatim transcripts from courtroom audio as requested or required.
- Compose courtroom orders and court entries for the Judge's review and signature.
- Take custody of case evidence according to statutory requirements, including inventorying items, packaging, labeling, and filing in the evidence room.
- Review daily court slates to ensure documents, evidence files, and supplies are ready for court.
- Provide clerical support to the Judge, including contacting attorneys on specific matters and typing various rulings, orders, judgments, and correspondence from dictation.
- Schedule yearly and daily calendars of court proceedings in the electronic case management system.
- Organize and prepare electronic files for court proceedings, ensuring all relevant information is accessible to the Judge.
- Submit information regarding orders for protection and restraining orders into the statewide electronic protective order registry.
- Research, compose, and type a wide variety of documents as assigned or needed.
- Prepare for Night Court, including assembling forms/documents and preparing the check-in location and courtroom.
- Perform duties of other department personnel in their absence or as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and a minimum of one year of relevant clerical experience, preferably in a legal or court environment.
- Working knowledge of standard office and court legal policies and procedures.
- Ability to type with speed and accuracy and operate standard office equipment, including courtroom digital recording equipment.
- Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, attorneys, and the public.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment with minimum supervision.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks under time pressure and complete assignments effectively.
- Ability to recognize dangerous situations and respond appropriately.
- Ability to serve the public with diplomacy and respect.
