Harris County is hiring: 178th Court Reporter in Houston

Position Description

This position provides court reporter coverage for the 178th District Criminal Court. The reporter is responsible for all hearings and court proceedings, and for custody of admitted exhibits and filing of such exhibits with the proper departments. An official court reporter is a sworn officer of the court and holds office at the pleasure of the court.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Documents and provides legal transcripts.
• Creates word-for-word transcriptions.
• Accurately documents names of people and places involved.
• Assists trial attorneys strictly to the Code of Judicial Conduct as promulgated by the Supreme Court of Texas.
• Assists the Court or Court Coordinator during docket call when instructed by the judge.
• Responsible to create on-time records to the Court of Appeals.
• The job responsibilities include working before, during or after an emergency or disaster.
• Performs other administrative duties as assigned.

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Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

Requirements

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

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Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

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Salary : $129,417