Certified Court Reporter
Pinal County See More Job Openings by This Employer
- Full Time
- $45,969 - $71,252/year
- Superior Courthouse - 971 Jason Lopez Circle Bldg. A, Florence AZ 85132, AZ
- Description
Seeking certified court reporters to join our team in Pinal CountyPosting deadline extended!You must be certified as a Court Reporter: Certified Reporters Program (azcourts.gov) to be hired in this position.CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Performs complex work of considerable difficulty in the verbatim stenographic recording and transcribing of court and legal proceedings to document and produce verbatim records of verbal and nonverbal activities.HIRING SALARY RANGE
The Superior Court in Pinal County values your experience. We review every candidate for a salary offer that is both equitable and applicable to the position range. Based upon your direct experience and background, a salary offer will likely be presented to you within our starting minimum to midpoint of range ($45,969 - $58,611).
WHY US?
Pinal County and the Superior Court offer amazing benefits. Who knew there was a workplace that wants to see your wellbeing by providing you with a Sabbatical starting at 5 years of service? Plus paid vacation, sick, and holidays? And benefit plans that include things like hospital coverage, pharmacy, medical, vision, dental... and more! We strive to work hard and reward hard work with our perks and balance. Benefits | Pinal County, AZ
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications.
Working for the Judicial Branch in a non-safety sensitive position, you are required to submit to reference checks, and a criminal background with fingerprints and driving history.
Every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States is welcome to apply.
However, Pinal County cannot currently offer visa sponsorship or STEM OPT.
We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities.
- TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.
JOB FUNCTIONS- Records all court proceedings verbatim by use of specialized equipment
- Catalogs and files stenographic notes and transcripts
- Prepares and certifies transcripts
- Reads back testimony from stenographic notes as requested
- Replies to correspondence relating to transcripts of proceedings
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK
- Minimum Qualifications & Special Requirements
- A High School diploma, or equivalent G.E.D. certificate; and
- Two (2) years of professional experience as a court reporter; or
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.
- Must be certified by the Arizona Supreme Court pursuant to ARS 32-4021 at time of application.
- Arizona residents must have a valid Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.
- Court Reporter certification must be maintained as a condition of employment.
- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Applicable Statutes and Rules of Procedure pertaining to Court Reporters
- Pinal County and specific court-related policies and procedures
- Principles of file and records management
- Court processes, procedures and legal terminology
- Courtroom proceedings
- Terms and practices in the field of court reporting
- Specialized and technical vocabulary, i.e. legal, medical, scientific, engineering, physics and others
- English grammar, punctuation and usage
- Maintain confidentiality in court related matters
- Utilize computerized stenographic equipment
- Work extended hours under stressful conditions
- Prepare and maintain well organized manual and electronic files
- Remain impartial and detached during emotionally charged proceedings
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Independent body mobility to stand, walk, bend, and sit for prolonged periods of time and drive a vehicle. Manual dexterity to reach and grasp; manual dexterity to hand write or use computer keyboard; vision sufficient to see/read; hear and speak to communicate with customers in person and over the phone. May be exposed to potential physical harm and/or infectious diseases. May be required to lift and/or carry heavy, bulky items, equipment, supplies and/or other materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position is primarily located in an indoor office environment. May be required to perform reporter duties in other than indoor environments, as necessary. Will be required to drive throughout the County. May be subject to irregular work hours/schedules to include completion of work on holidays and weekends.
- $45,969 - $71,252/year
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