Court Reporter II

COUNTY OF BERKS • Reading, PA • 1d ago

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the verbatim recordation by steno@type machine of all @types of court proceedings and the preparation of a complete and accurate transcription from steno@type notes and accompanying computer SD card of such proceedings in accordance with established court-mandated procedures and time constraints. Responsible for the marking and the initial, temporary custody of exhibits offered during any court proceeding.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions

Stenographically record court proceedings by use of a steno@type machine.

When directed by the Court, read back portions of the record during proceedings.

Prepare orders dictated from the bench by judges.

Prepare, by court order or authorization, transcripts by means of Computer Aided Transcription (CAT) software, as requested, within specified time constraints.

Mark all exhibits offered during court proceedings and maintain record and description of each.

Maintain log and storage of both paper notes and accompanying computer SD cards of all proceedings for an indefinite period of time.

Non-Essential Functions

Assume the duties of Chief Court Reporter when requested.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or possession of a G.E.D. Certificate from a recognized issuing agency.

Successful completion and graduation from an NCRA accredited school of court reporting, requiring a minimum of 225 wpm sustained dictation with 97% accuracy, or an associate degree in Specialized Business (Court Reporting).

Four (4) years of experience in general court reporting.

Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Possession of NCRA RPR designation or successfully complete in-house examination.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of English usage, punctuation, spelling, and varied technical terminology.

Working knowledge of the conduct of legal proceedings.

Skill in taking and transcribing verbatim testimony for sustained periods of time received at rapid and changing speeds and inflections from several persons.

Must be familiar with and have the ability to use Computer Aided Transcription software in the preparation of transcripts.

Excellent typing skills.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to operate office equipment, i.e. printers, copy machines, and binders.

Ability to effectively deal with judges, attorneys, government officials, and parties involved in litigation.

Ability to handle stress.

Physical presence in the office is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to sit for long periods of time (hours) without a break.

Must be able to carry steno@type machine, along with associated accessories, from

office to courtroom.

Must possess excellent hearing.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

This position works at the pleasure of an assigned judge and must be available to work both before and after normal working hours in court.

This position has time constraints on transcript production (14 days) which may require working before and past normal working hours and on weekends.

This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee. It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position and may be changed where appropriate.

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