COURT REPORTER II - 22010654

State of Florida•Key West, FL

27d

About The Position

Are you a skilled stenographer with a passion for precision and a love for coastal living? The Sixteenth Judicial Circuit invites you to join our team in the Florida Keys, where exceptional work meets an extraordinary backdrop. As a Court Reporter II, you’ll play a pivotal role in capturing every spoken word in our courtrooms, all while enjoying life in one of the most scenic and vibrant regions in the state. Why You’ll Love This Role in the Florida Keys Work in Paradise: Spend your days capturing court proceedings just a stone’s throw from tropical ocean views, swaying palm trees, and lively island culture. Dynamic Environment: The Florida Keys court system handles a diverse range of cases—so no two days are the same. Professional Growth: Collaborate with experienced judges, attorneys, and fellow court staff who value your expertise. Position Overview Under general supervision, the Official Court Reporter is to stenographically record court proceedings and produce transcripts. The position is responsible for recording court proceedings, performing research, proofreading, and editing recorded proceedings to produce transcripts, and assisting with the training of other departmental personnel, all while contributing to a positive and collaborative courtroom atmosphere.

Requirements

Requires a valid certificate as a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) or higher, e.g., Certified Real Time Reporter.
Associate degree or the equivalent of two years of college or vocational school education in computer operations, medical/legal terminology, court reporting, paralegal, or a closely related field.
Four years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

Records court proceedings stenographically utilizing specialized
Reads back segments of proceedings from either stenographic notes, real-time translation via laptop computer, or voice writing technology.
Transcribes and edits stenographic, real-time, or voice writing notes to transcript form in compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and statutes.
Proofreads transcripts to verify correct spelling of names, places, medical, scientific, and technological terms; researches information, including case history, and compiles witness list and exhibit list for trial testimony, as required to ensure accuracy of information.
Prints and binds certified, completed transcripts; transfers backup transcripts to disks for archiving purposes.
Archives paper notes and dockets; maintains, updates, and edits personal dictionary; and maintains accurate logs of each day’s proceedings.
Assists with training of other departmental personnel and with task completion as
Performs office duties, including, but not limited to answering phones and generating e- mail correspondence or providing assistance to attorneys, court staff, and/or the general
Travels to various courthouses to perform duties as required; completes and submits statistical reports.
Attends and/or conducts staff and other professional meetings and conferences to exchange information.
Attends technical or professional seminars or conferences to improve professional

Benefits

Great working environment
Growth and Development Opportunities
Medical, Dental, Vision + other supplemental insurances offered through the State of Florida
Sick + Vacation Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Membership with Florida State Retirement System (Pension or Investment)
State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program
Employee Assistance Program
Basic Term Life $25,000 (Free to Employee)
Free Parking
Professional development opportunities
A supportive, collegial legal environment