About This Role
Reporting civil and criminal court proceedings verbatim for U.S. District Judges is the core of this role, along with transcribing those proceedings as requested. The position suits a skilled court reporter who is proficient in electronic machine shorthand and can also operate electronic sound recording equipment.
Responsibilities
- Report civil and criminal proceedings verbatim before U.S. District Judges, and as directed for Magistrate Judges
- Transcribe proceedings upon request
- Report all proceedings using electronic machine shorthand equipment that produces an electronic storage media capable of translation and printing by computer-assisted transcription equipment
- Record all proceedings via electronic sound recording equipment (magnetic/digital)
- Maintain electronic media in custody until separation from duty
- Provide transcripts within the time and cost limitations set by the Judicial Conference
- Electronically file with the Clerk of Court a copy of all prepared transcripts concurrently with delivery to the requesting parties
- Serve all judges of the court
- Travel to Cape Girardeau and Hannibal Divisional courthouses on occasion
- Follow policies and administrative procedures contained in the Court Reporter Management Plan for the Eastern District of Missouri, and the personnel policies applicable to the employees of the Clerk of Court
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- At least one year of prime court reporting experience in the freelance field of service, in other courts, or a combination thereof
- Capable of providing realtime reporting
- Expected to provide transcripts and/or realtime feed for judges upon request, without charge
To qualify for Level 1:
- Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certification from the National Court Reporters Association
To qualify for Level 2:
- Registered Merit Reporter (RMR) certification from the National Court Reporters Association
To qualify for Level 3:
- Certified Realtime Reporter (CRR) certification from the National Court Reporters Association or equivalent certification
To qualify for Level 4:
- Registered Merit Reporter (RMR) certification AND Certified Realtime Reporter (FCRR or CRR) certification
Nice to have:
- Realtime certification (candidates capable of providing realtime and actively working toward certification will also be considered)
Benefits
- Paid Annual Leave
- Paid Sick Leave