About This Role
This role involves taking verbatim notes at court hearings, trials, and other proceedings, then transcribing these stenographic notes to produce accurate transcripts of courtroom activities. The position is under the direction of an assigned supervisor.
Responsibilities
- Take verbatim notes at court hearings, trials, and other proceedings
- Transcribe stenographic notes to produce transcripts of courtroom activities
- Attend court hearings, trials, and other proceedings to take stenographic notes
- Take verbatim notes of verbal communication in the courtroom
- Accurately transcribe stenographic notes and prepare transcripts on computerized stenographic equipment
- Read, review, edit and correct written materials
- Take stenographic notes of multi-voice legal proceedings at the rate of 200 words per minute
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
- Maintain up-to-date reference materials regarding court reporting
- Work independently with little direction
- Attend court proceedings at various locations
Requirements
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to requirements to become a Certified Shorthand Reporter
- A valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Court's vehicle insurance policy
- Must be a Certified Shorthand Reporter (C.S.R.) in the state of California
- Knowledge of legal and medical terminology
- Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
- Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
- Knowledge of courtroom proceedings and activities in civil and criminal cases
- Knowledge of operation of office and computerized stenographic equipment relating to court reporting
Benefits
- Signing Bonus: $25,000
- Annual Bonus:
- 12 months: $30,000
- 24 months: $25,000
- 36 months: $25,000
- 48 months: $25,000
- 60 months: $25,000
- 72 months: $25,000
- California CSR Test up to $400 and Travel Reimbursement up to $1,000
- Up to $25,000 to relocate (minimum distance 150-mile radius)
- Referral Bonus: $1,000 per referral
- Technology Stipend: $2,000 lump sum
- Sick leave accrued at a rate of .0500 per hour worked based on maximum of 80 hours per pay period (maximum 4 hours per pay period)
- Vacation time accrued based on years of service capped at 240 hours:
- From date of hire to 60 months (5 years) accrual rate is at .038462 per hour worked and equivalent to 10 days per year
- 60 months to 120 months (5 to 10 years) accrual rate is at .057690 per hour worked an equivalent to 15 days per year
- 120 months to 180 months (10 to 15 years) accrual rate is at .069230 per hour worked an equivalent to 18 days per year
- 180 months to 240 (15 to 20 years) accrual rate is at .080760 per hour worked an equivalent to 21 days per year
- Over 240 months (20 years +) accrual rate is at .088460 per hour worked an equivalent to 23 days per year (capped at 320 hours)
- Jury leave paid at employee's regular rate of pay by the court; employee retains mileage or expense reimbursement only
- Military Leave provided in accordance with the law
- Bereavement leave is 9 days per rolling 12 months
- Health Insurance available at a shared cost, with the Court subsidizing a percentage of the medical premium
- Basic life Insurance of $20,000.00 paid by the Court
- Worker's Compensation paid by the Court
- Employee Assistance Program paid by the Court
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $1,200 per calendar year subject to pre-approval and availability of funds
- 14 paid holidays per year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Lincoln's Birthday, President's Day, Farmworker's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day
Important Details
- Court Reporters hired after July 2014 will comply with Government Code 69950 regarding transcription fees
Application Process
- Applications will be reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and have submitted required documents
- Eligible candidates may be invited to participate in an oral interview
- Additional steps for the selection process will include a drug test, background and reference checks
About the Company
The Court offers a competitive compensation package, with benefits paid by the Court adding significantly to the overall value of compensation.