Court Reporter

Erie County, PA • Erie, PA

37d • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Takes verbatim testimony in all courtroom proceedings and prepares typewritten transcripts of proceedings.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in a related field
• Certificate from Accredited Court Reporting Program or Minimum of 4 years of Experience in Taking and Transcribing Legal Material
• Capable of Recording Proceedings at a 95% Accuracy Level at the following Speeds: 1) Literary or Jury Charge at 180 W.P.M. 2) Medical Testimony (2 Voices) 200 W.P.M. 3) Ordinary Testimony (Up to 4 Voices) 225 W.P.M., and Required to Pass a Test Establishing at least the Foregoing Qualifications
• Ability to take verbatim court proceedings in shorthand using a stenographic machine.
• Good typewriting skills.
• Integrity.

Responsibilities

• Takes court proceedings on stenographic shorthand machine.
• Transcribes or reads back testimony.
• Answers the telephone.
• Indexes notes.
• Types transcripts.
• Prepares billing for attorneys.
• Files transcripts with appropriate officials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree