Court Reporter

Hendricks County Job Description

Title: Court Reporter

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department: Superior Court Administration

Purpose of Position: Prepares and maintains the record of court proceedings and assists in the general operation of the Court

Essential Functions:

·  Records and reports all court proceedings. This includes keeping an accurate record of all oral evidence given, including questions and answers; keeping an accurate record of all rulings of the Judge concerning the admission and rejection of evidence; and keeping an accurate record of all objections and exceptions offered by attorneys as well as the Judge’s ruling

·  Makes accurate and timely case entries in the Odyssey case management system summarizing the proceeding

· Uses the case management system for a variety of functions, including appeals, tracking and entering data on cases, processing Court orders and other documents, calendaring cases set for hearings or trials, and running periodic reports

· Takes custody of case evidence according to statutory requirements, including inventorying items, packaging, labeling, and filing in evidence room. Disposes of obsolete evidence and exhibits annually according to statute, retention schedule, and local court rules

· Records and transcribes depositions for pauper cases

· When requested, provides all or any portion of a proceeding by producing a true and accurate written transcript to the requesting party in compliance with Indiana Rules of Appellate Procedure

· Makes entries in INcite for various state agencies including the BMV, Department of Correction, and Protection Order Registry

· Serves as liaison to attorneys, judges, or other local officials, providing information relating to court hearings and charges

· Prepares and mails juror summons and special questionnaires, if necessary

· Responds to questions from prospective jurors regarding deferrals and exemptions from jury service

·For all jury trials, secures and maintains for inclusion in the record the following: all juror qualification forms, all attorney strike sheets, all exhibits offered, all notes to and from jury, all instructions given to jury, all verdict forms submitted and returned by jury, and the foreperson's certificate

 ·Provides clerical support to the Judge as requested, including contacting attorneys on specific matters, setting up conference calls, and               drafting orders and documents for the Judge's review and signature

·Maintains and ensures security of confidential files, such as presentence investigation and psychiatric reports, sealed documents,    and the Judge's personal and confidential notes

 ·Responds to inquiries, complaints, and concerns as they arise as well as general inquiries from the media. Answers questions                            concerning the general operation of the Court and directs attorneys and members of the public to the appropriate location

 ·Complies with the applicable provisions of the Indiana Code of Judicial Conduct

Non-Essential Functions:

· Answers telephones

· Performs other duties as assigned

· Backs up other staff in the office as necessary

Education & Qualification Requirements:

·High school diploma or GED

·Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

·Excellent time management

·Ability to deal with other people effectively and tactfully

·Ability to operate basic office equipment

·Good organizational skills

·Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing

·Attention to detail

· Ability to work independently

Responsibility:

Incumbent works under established guidelines and procedures. Errors in work usually result in loss of time to the department and inconvenience to parties

Working Relationships:

Working relationships include the members of the local judiciary; fellow court employees; attorneys; self-represented litigants; members of the public; and members of other county departments, including, but not limited to, the Prosecutor’s Office, the Chief Public Defender, the Probation Department, the Sheriff’s Department, Work Release, and the Clerk’s Office

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

Work is performed in a standard office environment

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Salary : $26 - $30