Court Reporter (Stenographer or Voice Writer) Job at Placer County Superior Cour

Salary : $100,796.80 - $119,745.60 Annually

Location : Auburn / Roseville, CA

Job Type : Full-Time / Part-Time / Pro Tem

Department : Operations

Division : Court Reporters

Opening Date : 12 / 31 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Recruitment Information : Candidates will be review as applications are received.

Job Summary

The Court Reporter plays a vital part in the judicial process. Accuracy is imperative, as transcripts produced by court reporters are utilized as the official record, by court users and justice partners alike. As a Court Reporter with Placer Superior Court, you will be part of a fantastic team of reporters and enjoy competitive pay, in addition to Real Time and CART differential pay, as well as amazing benefits.

• Signing bonus of $10,000 - paid 50% at hire, 25% after successful completion of probation, and 25% after successful completion of two years of employment.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, the court reporter records and transcribes verbatim official records and proceedings of all testimony and activity in cases heard before the Superior Court, utilizes the real-time program and transcribes pursuant to standards promulgated by statutes, rules, regulations or policies.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a single level classification. Employees in this classification are responsible for making verbatim official records of court proceedings in machine shorthand and providing read back of all or portions of the record upon request.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :

Provides real-time reporting.

Reads back all or portions of the official court proceedings upon instruction from the judicial officer.

Identify speakers properly, and note the introduction of exhibits or evidence.

Prepares, or has prepared, transcripts of proceedings upon request; certifies the accuracy of court transcripts; files official transcripts. Preparation of transcripts are governed by statutes, rules, regulations, and court policy.

Meet court-fixed and statutory deadlines for transcriptions, obtain extensions when necessary.

Report proceedings as directed by the court or judicial officer.

Researches as necessary to verify case citations, spellings of legal, medical, and other specialized terms used in the case.

Prepares indices of witnesses and exhibits.

Attend staff and other work-related meetings, workshops, seminars, and other continuing education opportunities

Serve as a representative of the Court, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration and discretion in all interactions with other members of the Court community and with the public.

Operates a variety of office equipment, including transcription machines, computer terminals, printers and related equipment.

Responds to requests and inquiries from courtroom proceedings participants.

Performs related duties as assigned.

JUDGMENT AND RESPONSIBILITY

Court Reporters are subject matter experts and are assigned responsibilities at the journey level; possess specialized knowledge, skills, and experience and often exercise independent judgment in the performance of their duties. Incumbents report to a Unit Manager. Work assignments are typically assigned by the Unit Manager or a Senior Court Clerk or similar classification.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge Of :

Current trends and developments in court reporting technology; and

Clerical and legal record keeping practices and procedures.

Ability To :

Maintain confidential information where standards require; and

Work independently in a courtroom environment.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a valid certification by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs as a Certified Shorthand Reporter. License must be in good standing and fees must be current at all times. Must provide copy of current license to Court Reporter Supervisor each time it is renewed.

Prior experience in a courtroom as a certified court reporter is preferred.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus; and

The incumbent may be required to work hours beyond their regularly scheduled shift.

Working Conditions :

Job duties are generally performed in an indoor office setting with environmental controls. Assigned work is performed in a standard courtroom setting. Assigned incumbents are expected to work inside buildings, alone, or closely with others. Routine noises and noise levels occur within the work environment. This classification may be required to drive to other Placer Superior Court locations and may opt to be cross assigned to other Superior Court locations throughout California.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Normal business hours : 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overtime may occur on an occasional basis.

The Placer County Superior Court values its employees and offers full-time employees the following benefits (part-time employees will be pro-rated according to FTE, where applicable) :

Sick Leave : Twelve (12) days per year.

Holidays : Fourteen paid holidays per year. If the Court conducts an All-Staff Training Day on the Cesar Chavez holiday, employees receive thirteen (13) paid holidays and one (1) floating holiday.

Affordable Medical Benefits : The Court offers two (2) Blue Shield PPO medical plans, one (1) Blue Shield EPO medical plan and one (1) Kaiser medical plan. The Court pays 100% of the premium for one Blue Shield PPO plan and the Kaiser plan, regardless of coverage level.

Dental Insurance : The Court pays 100% of premium for employee and dependents.

Vision Insurance : The Court pays 100% of premium for employee and dependents.

CalPERS Retirement : Classic = 2% @ 55; PEPRA = 2% @ 62. Specific benefit formula will be determined per California Public Employees Retirement System regulations. Employees pay 100% employee contribution and the Court pays 100% of employer contribution.

Life and AD&D Insurance : $10,000 of life insurance and accident insurance is paid by the Court. Voluntary plans are also available, for employees to purchase additional coverage for themselves and their dependents.

Social Security and Medicare : The Court and the employee both contribute 7.65% of wages toward Social Security and Medicare.

State Disability and Paid Family Leave Insurances : Partial wage-replacement insurance plans are funded through employee payroll deductions.

Employee Assistance Program : The Court pays 100% of premium for employee and dependents.

CalPERS 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (Both traditional and Roth plans are available for voluntary employee contributions)

Long-term Disability Plan (Voluntary)

Flexible Spending Accounts : Pre-tax benefits for qualifying medical and / or dependent expenses. (Voluntary)

Online Privacy Protection (Voluntary & paid by employer)

Flexible Work Schedules (available dependent upon classification)

Free Parking (onsite parking in designated areas)

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) : Court employment qualifies for PSLF Program.

Certification Statement : By completing this application and supplemental questionnaire, I hereby attest that all information I have provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that Human Resources staff may contact my employers to verify the information that I have provided. I understand that any misrepresentations, falsifications, or omissions of material facts may subject me to actions including removal from this examination and dismissal during any period of Superior Court employment. Do you agree with this certification statement?

Do you possess a current and valid certication from the State of California Certified as a Certified Shorthand Reporter?

Please indicate the job type(s) for which you would like to be considered.

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Salary : $100,797 - $119,746