What are the responsibilities and job description for the Official Court Reporter - Waupaca Br 1 position at State of Wisconsin?
Introduction
The Eighth Judicial District, Waupaca County Circuit Court, Branch 1, seeks candidates for the position of full-time Official Court Reporter. Interested applicants will be presented to the Honorable Judge Troy Nielsen, Waupaca Branch 1 for consideration. This position will be available June 15, 2025 and will remain open until filled.
Position Summary
LOCATION: Waupaca, WI
SALARY: Competitive annual salary in the range of $50,606 to $70,137 along with transcript fee income and a State of Wisconsin benefits package. Salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Qualifications
Stenographer/Voice Writer Court Reporter Requirements: Candidates must meet one of three minimum professional standards to be considered eligible for hire: (1) Graduation from a court reporting school approved by either the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or the National Verbatim Reporters Association (NVRA), or (2) Successful completion of the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) examination administered by the NCRA, or (3) Successful completion of the Certified Verbatim Reporter (CVR) examination administered by the NVRA.
Digital Court Reporter Requirements: (1) Training and/or experience in legal terminology and procedures; (2) Courses and/or experience in legal/court administrative and recordkeeping practices (paralegal, legal secretary); (3) Demonstrated English grammar, spelling, composition and punctuation skills; (4) Experience in a court or legal setting; (5) Ability to operate digital audio recording equipment, produce a recording suitable for transcription and transcribe the record. Preferred: (1) Certified Electronic Reporter and Transcriber certification from the American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (or equivalent); (2) Work experience as a digital court reporter.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employment will require a criminal background check. The Wisconsin Court System does not sponsor work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire.
How To Apply
Please submit a cover letter indicating your preference to be considered for a Stenographer, Voice Writer or Digital Court Reporter, your current resume, and list of references to:
Thomas Schappa
Eight District Court Administrator
414 E. Walnut St., Ste 100
Green Bay, WI 54301-5020
Email: Thomas.Schappa@wicourts.gov
Contact Thomas Schappa, District Court Administrator at (920) 448-4280 with questions.
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted until position is filled. The Wisconsin Court System will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants who request them. For additional information on the courts system visit our Website at www.wicourts.gov
Salary : $50,606 - $70,137
