Court Reporter - Anoka County - Judge John Dehen

The Tenth Judicial District is accepting applications for a full-time Court Reporter for the Honorable John Dehen, who is chambered in the Anoka Court house. located in Anoka, MN. This position is being posted for internal and external applications simultaneously pursuant to the terms of the Teamsters Court Reporter Contract.

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.

JOB DUTIES

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.

• 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 throughout the District.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience Requirements 

• 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 Stenographic 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