What are the responsibilities and job description for the Court Reporter - State & Magistrate Court position at DeKalb County Government?
Job Description
Job Code: 33075 Salary Grade: 16 Salary: $24.19/hr - $38.95/hr FLSA: Nonexempt
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Takes verbatim recordings of formal and/or legal proceedings; utilizes stenography and voice to text equipment; sets up, connects and verifies proper operation of equipment prior to proceedings; reiterates testimony and court records from notes upon request; and ensures confidentiality of all evidence and testimony.
Prepares certified written and electronic verbatim transcripts; proofreads, edits, prints, and binds transcript; prepares trial index; attaches photocopies of all trial exhibits; certifies accuracy and completeness of documents; prepares certified documents for filing with Clerk of Court; produces and distributes copies of documents as appropriate; and maintains confidentiality of official records.
Receives, inventories, records, and stores trial exhibits entered as evidence in court; enters case exhibit information into court database; files case exhibits with proper agency when necessary; maintains exhibits during court hearings and trials; and files/stores case exhibits in specified storage areas in compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Prepares, collates, and binds printed transcripts of court proceedings; prepares digital media copies of transcripts as requested; backs-up and archives electronic files and exhibits for storage in compliance with applicable laws; and responds to requests for transcripts within designated timeframes.
Prepares invoices for transcription services of court proceedings, court orders, and other legal hearings; bills attorneys, other individuals, and agencies according to fee schedules; and maintains copies of billing, invoices, and payments.
Maintains court reporting equipment and supplies used in daily work assignments; ensures proper working order of equipment; makes minor repairs; and sends equipment to outside vendors for major repairs as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field required; three years of court reporting experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain certification as a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) from the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or licensure as a Certified Court Reporter (CCR) from the Board of Court Reporting of the Judicial Council of Georgia; and must possess and maintain affirmation as a sworn Deputy Clerk of the Court.
Job Code: 33075 Salary Grade: 16 Salary: $24.19/hr - $38.95/hr FLSA: Nonexempt
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Takes verbatim recordings of formal and/or legal proceedings; utilizes stenography and voice to text equipment; sets up, connects and verifies proper operation of equipment prior to proceedings; reiterates testimony and court records from notes upon request; and ensures confidentiality of all evidence and testimony.
Prepares certified written and electronic verbatim transcripts; proofreads, edits, prints, and binds transcript; prepares trial index; attaches photocopies of all trial exhibits; certifies accuracy and completeness of documents; prepares certified documents for filing with Clerk of Court; produces and distributes copies of documents as appropriate; and maintains confidentiality of official records.
Receives, inventories, records, and stores trial exhibits entered as evidence in court; enters case exhibit information into court database; files case exhibits with proper agency when necessary; maintains exhibits during court hearings and trials; and files/stores case exhibits in specified storage areas in compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Prepares, collates, and binds printed transcripts of court proceedings; prepares digital media copies of transcripts as requested; backs-up and archives electronic files and exhibits for storage in compliance with applicable laws; and responds to requests for transcripts within designated timeframes.
Prepares invoices for transcription services of court proceedings, court orders, and other legal hearings; bills attorneys, other individuals, and agencies according to fee schedules; and maintains copies of billing, invoices, and payments.
Maintains court reporting equipment and supplies used in daily work assignments; ensures proper working order of equipment; makes minor repairs; and sends equipment to outside vendors for major repairs as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field required; three years of court reporting experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain certification as a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) from the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or licensure as a Certified Court Reporter (CCR) from the Board of Court Reporting of the Judicial Council of Georgia; and must possess and maintain affirmation as a sworn Deputy Clerk of the Court.
Salary : $24 - $39
