Court Reporter, Washington County, Judge Flanagan

As a Court Reporter, you are responsible for capturing the official court record in a variety of proceedings, using in-person or remote methods. You are responsible for the verbatim recording and transcription of testimony of judicial proceedings, hearings, and conferences in compliance with all applicable statutes and court rules or as directed by the appointing authority.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position:

• Capture and preserve a verbatim record of court proceedings.
• Play/Read testimony upon request.
• Prepare transcripts and court orders in accordance with Rules of Court, State Statutes, legal rules and policies.
• Maintain accurate and complete files and records.
• Maintain awareness of rules, statutes, and policy changes.
• Serve as a confidential assistant to the appointing authority or Judge.
• Perform other court related and confidential duties as directed by the appointing authority or Judge.
• Travel through out the District.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience Requirements for both Stenographic and Electronic Court Reporters

• A high school diploma or the equivalent
• Successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal background check prior to appointment
• If the position will be working remotely, access to reliable internet connection is required 

Knowledge, Skill and Ability Requirements for both Stenographic and Electronic Court Reporters

• Proficient in multiple computer hardware and software applications; interest in and ability to learn new technology and computer programs.
• Ability to learn, interpret, retain and apply policies, procedures and statutes, specifically relating to establishing the office court record.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize duties in a fast-paced, professional environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and professionally, both orally and in writing, with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to enter clear, detailed log notes regarding significant occurrences or do trial work with the potential of high-volume, complex transcript work.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with agencies and individuals in the court system and with attorneys, litigants, and the public.
• Ability to recognize and maintain the need for confidentiality on many levels.
• Ability to be flexible regarding assignments, which may include travel and transporting equipment.

 Stenographic Court Reporter Certification Requirements

• Graduation from a court reporting school approved by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) within the past two years; or
• Compliance with one of the following:

1. Received a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) designation from the NCRA; or
2. Received an equivalent certification from another state or territory of the United States, or professional court reporter association; or
3. Have been practicing proficiently as a professional stenographic reporter for the past two (2) years and within one (1) month of hire, accurately take a minimum of 20 minutes of court proceedings alongside a stenographic court reporter who has an RPR designation or certification as provided in clauses (a) or (b) , and then produce a transcript with 95% accuracy as described in (d) below; or
4. Obtain RPR designation from the NCRA within two years of hire. Pending receipt of the RPR designation, must, within one (1) month of hire, accurately take a minimum of 20 minutes of court proceedings alongside a stenographic court reporter who has an RPR designation or certification as provided in clauses (a) or (b), and then produce a transcript. The participating RPR certified stenographer will determine that Ninety-five (95) percent accuracy is achieved to successfully complete this requirement.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Considerable knowledge of court procedures and policies, laws, legal terminology, and legal factors pertaining to the court
• Knowledge of the organization, operation, function, and jurisdiction of the court
• Considerable knowledge of appropriate procedures for processing a variety of legal documents and for proper record imaging, maintenance, and retention
• Knowledge of or ability to learn internal case processing software (Minnesota Court Information System), internal filing software (Electronic File & Serve), and related applications
• Ability to communicate concisely and clearly, both verbally and in writing, as well as understand and follow verbal and written instruction
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters and files appropriately and in compliance with all applicable court rules, policies, and statutes
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, the public, judicial officers, and justice partners
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service while working under pressure in a high volume, fast-paced environment
• Ability to show a high degree of respect for all customers and stakeholders with diverse backgrounds, viewpoints, needs, and experiences through courtesy and sensitivity

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

• Work is performed primarily in an office-setting and/or in a courtroom.
• Core business hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Initial days off: Saturday, Sunday, and Court Designated Holidays. 
• This position will be accepting applications and interviewing until the role is filled.