Court Reporter-Superior Court 6

Hamilton County, Indiana•Noblesville, IN

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Hamilton County Superior Court 6 is hiring a full-time Court Reporter to record court proceedings, secure and maintain evidence, prepare court documents, and provide clerical support to the Judge. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and is non-exempt. The hourly rate is $28.4440. The position is effective January 2027. The Court Reporter attends proceedings, makes audio recordings and notes, operates courtroom recording equipment, and creates electronic log-notes. The role prepares or arranges verbatim transcripts when requested or required for appeals. It also prepares orders, entries, judgments, correspondence, forms, jury materials, and other documents; manages court calendars and electronic case files; and handles evidence in accordance with statutes, retention schedules, and local rules. The position provides clerical and administrative support to the Judge, manages case-management system information, submits protective-order information to the statewide registry, and coordinates aspects of special judge cases. The Court Reporter prepares for and may work during Night Court sessions, and may perform other department personnel’s duties when needed. The role reports directly to the Superior Court 6 Judge and Office Manager and works in a standard office and courtroom environment. Occasional extended or evening hours may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of relevant clerical experience; legal or court experience is preferred.
Working knowledge of standard office and court legal policies, procedures, terminology, and documents, and the ability to apply that knowledge to interrelated tasks.
Ability to type quickly and accurately and operate standard office equipment, including courtroom digital recording equipment, computer, printer, telephone, fax machine, copier, and calculator.
Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, with effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and respond appropriately to constructive criticism.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision and maintain respectful working relationships.
Ability to manage multiple tasks under time pressure and work effectively amid distractions and interruptions.
Ability to recognize dangerous or safety-compromised situations and respond appropriately.
Ability to serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including during occasional encounters with irate or hostile people.
Ability to understand and comply with the Code of Judicial Conduct’s ethical requirements.
Ability to provide public access to information or maintain confidentiality of records in accordance with state requirements and the Code of Federal Regulations.
Ability to comply with employer and department personnel policies and work rules, including attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct requirements.
Ability to occasionally work extended and/or evening hours.

Nice To Haves

Prior clerical experience in a legal or court environment.

Responsibilities

Attend court proceedings, make audio recordings and notes, operate recording equipment, and type electronic log-notes.
Prepare or arrange verbatim transcripts from courtroom audio when requested or required for an appeal.
Compose courtroom orders and entries for the Judge’s review and signature.
Take custody of case evidence, inventory, package, label, and file it, and dispose of obsolete evidence and exhibits in accordance with statutory requirements, retention schedules, and local court rules.
Review daily court slates to ensure documents, evidence files, and supplies are ready.
Compose or type entries regarding orders and dispositions in civil and criminal proceedings.
Provide clerical support to the Judge, including contacting attorneys and preparing rulings, orders, judgments, decrees, and correspondence from dictation.
Schedule yearly and daily court proceedings in the electronic case management system and manage the Judge’s Edition system as backup for the Office Manager.
Organize and prepare electronic files so relevant information is accessible to the Judge during proceedings.
Submit protective orders, workplace violence restraining orders, and no-contact orders to the statewide electronic protective order registry and document service.
Research, compose, and type documents as assigned, including court forms, detailed jury minutes, and jury instructions.
Submit electronic abstracts of judgment to the Indiana Department of Corrections or Hamilton County Jail within established guidelines.
Assist with special judge cases by creating files, contacting assigned courts, scheduling hearings, obtaining pleadings, preparing and distributing orders, and maintaining quarterly activity reports.
Prepare forms, documents, check-in location, and courtroom for Night Court, and work during Night Court sessions when needed.
Perform duties of other department personnel in their absence or as needed, and other related duties as assigned.