Court Reporter - Official Shorthand Reporter (D2 - Location TBD)

Court Reporter - Official Shorthand Reporter (D2 - Location TBD)

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Court Reporter - Official Shorthand Reporter (D2 - Location TBD)

Salary

59,321.60 - $96,803.20 Annually

Location

State of Iowa - See Job Description, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-01680

Agency

444 Judicial

Opening Date

01 / 27 / 2025

Closing Date

2 / 26 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

LI-POST

Point of Contact

tina.thomason@iowacourts.gov

To Apply

Please attach a cover letter and resume (PDF format) along with the completed online application. Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

Description

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Job Description

The Second Judicial District of the Iowa Judicial Branch is seeking qualified candidates for immediate Court Reporter openings. The position will include travel within the Second Judicial District, some positions requiring more than others, and may be assigned to work with any Judicial Officer as needed. Compensation includes base salary plus transcript income and State of Iowa benefit package.

The starting salary for new State of Iowa Judicial employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The pay range for this position is $28.52 - $46.54 per hour / $2281.60 - $3723.20 bi-weekly. Adjustments may be made if the successful applicant has relevant experience.

Hours : Monday to Friday, 8 : 00A – 4 : 30P

Location : TBD

To Apply : Candidates will need to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

The Court Reporter openings for the 2nd Judicial District of the Iowa Judicial Branch are with the following Judges :

Hon. Judge Austin, District Associate Judge (Hardin County)

Hon. Judge Batey, District Associate Judge (Butler / Floyd County)

Hon. Judge Milder, District Associate Judge (Bremer County)

Hon. Judge Sauer, District Associate Judge (Cerro Gordo County)

Hon. Judge Schroeder, District Judge (Floyd County)

The following skills, knowledge and abilities will enable your success in this role :

Excellent communication skills

Strong computer applications and skills including video conferencing (GTM / Zoom)

10-key skills

The ability to adapt to situations with court personnel and the public

Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service

Critical thinking skills

The ability to maintain confidentiality

Detailed oriented

Key Responsibilities :

Captures court testimony and proceedings with stenography machine

Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request

Prepares transcripts, performs general office work

Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings

Performs related work as determined by Judge, Chief Judge or designee

Electronic document filing required in all counites within the District

May be required to work for any Judicial Officer within the District per operational needs

Travel required

Court Reporter will purchase and maintain court reporting software and stenotype machines and / or verbatim recording equipment

What’s in it for YOU :

Collaborative, positive work environment

Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn

Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities

Excellent affordable benefit package

Paid holidays plus vacation and sick time

Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) retirement plan

Optional retirement savings 457 plan with employer contributions

Employee discount programs

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school (or High School Equivalency) and graduation from a school of court reporting.

Must be certified by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters within 12 months of employment, and certification must be maintained as a condition of employment. Certification demonstrates proficiency based on the standard of the National Court Reporters Association for the earned designation of Registered Professional Reporter or the National Verbatim Reporters Association for the earned designation of Certified Verbatim Reporter.

Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq?

List any professional licenses you hold :

Please explain any gaps in your employment history?

Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below.

What is your current salary?

What is your minimum salary requirement?

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Iowa Judicial Branch Employees ONLY : Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certification?

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

444 Judicial

Address

Iowa Judicial Branch Building

1111 E Court Ave

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

http : / / www.iowacourts.gov /

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