Iowa Department of Administrative Services is hiring: Court Reporter - Official

Court Reporter - Official Certified Shorthand Reporter (D7)Print (https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / iowa / jobs / newprint / 4776650)ApplyCourt Reporter - Official Certified Shorthand Reporter (D7)Salary$59,321.60 - $96,803.20 AnnuallyLocationState of Iowa - See Job Description, IAJob TypeFull-timeJob Number25-01798Agency444 JudicialOpening Date01 / 02 / 2025Closing Date2 / 2 / 2025 11 : 59 PM CentralLinkedIn Tag#LI-POSTPoint of Contactdanny.davis@iowacourts.govTo ApplyPlease 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.DescriptionQuestionsJob DescriptionThe 7th Judicial District of the Iowa Judicial Branch is seeking qualified candidates for immediate Court Reporter – Certified Shorthand Reporter openings.Court Reporter – Certified Shorthand Reporter positions are under the direction and supervision of the District Court Administrator as the Chief Judge’s designee and can be assigned to report on proceedings with any Judge in any county in the 7thJudicial District.The starting salary for new State of Iowa Judicial employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The pay range is $28.52 - $46.54 per hour or $2281.60 - $3723.20 bi-weekly.Hours : Monday – Friday 8 : 00A – 4 : 30PLocation : TBDTo 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.Key ResponsibilitiesCaptures court testimony and proceedings with stenography machineReads back court testimony and proceedings upon requestPrepares transcripts, performs general office workMarks and records exhibits during court proceedingsPerforms related work as determined by Judge, Chief Judge or designeeElectronic document filing required in all counites within the DistrictMay be required to work for any Judicial Officer in the District per operational needsTravel within the District requiredCourt Reporter will purchase and maintain court reporting software and stenotype machines and / or verbatim recording equipmentThe following skills and attributes will enable your success in this role : Excellent communication skillsStrong computer applications and skills including video conferencing (Teams / Zoom)Demonstrable 10-key skillsAbility to adapt to situations with court personnel and the publicPassion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public serviceCritical thinking skillsAbility to maintain confidentialityDetail-orientedWhat’s in it for YOUTeam-oriented, positive work environmentExcellent affordable benefit packagePaid holidays plus vacation and sick timeIowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) retirement planOptional retirement savings 457 plan with employer contributionsEmployee discount programsThis 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 RequirementsGraduation 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.01Do 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.YesNo02PLEASE 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?YesNo03List any professional licenses you hold : 04Please explain any gaps in your employment history?05Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below.06What is your current salary?07What is your minimum salary requirement?08Your application for employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch will generally be treated as confidential under Iowa Code section 22.7(18). However, if you consent to allow Judicial to treat it as a public record per Iowa Code section 22.7(18)(a), please check "Yes, I consent" below.Yes, I consentNo09Iowa Judicial Branch Employees ONLY : Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certification?YesNoRequired QuestionAgencyState of IowaAgency444 JudicialAddressIowa Judicial Branch Building1111 E Court AveDes Moines, Iowa, 50319Websitehttp : / / www.iowacourts.gov / ApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email

Salary : $59,322 - $96,803