Superior Court - Court Reporter

DeKalb County • Decatur, GA

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About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to record and transcribe verbatim court proceedings or other hearings. Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Takes verbatim recordings of formal and/or legal proceedings; utilizes stenography and voice to text equipment; sets up, connects and verifies proper operation of equipment prior to proceedings; reiterates testimony and court records from notes upon request; and ensures confidentiality of all evidence and testimony. Prepares certified written and electronic verbatim transcripts; proofreads, edits, prints, and binds transcript; prepares trial index; attaches photocopies of all trial exhibits; certifies accuracy and completeness of documents; prepares certified documents for filing with Clerk of Court; produces and distributes copies of documents as appropriate; and maintains confidentiality of official records. Receives, inventories, records, and stores trial exhibits entered as evidence in court; enters case exhibit information into court database; files case exhibits with proper agency when necessary; maintains exhibits during court hearings and trials; and files/stores case exhibits in specified storage areas in compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Prepares, collates, and binds printed transcripts of court proceedings; prepares digital media copies of transcripts as requested; backs-up and archives electronic files and exhibits for storage in compliance with applicable laws; and responds to requests for transcripts within designated timeframes. Prepares invoices for transcription services of court proceedings, court orders, and other legal hearings; bills attorneys, other individuals, and agencies according to fee schedules; and maintains copies of billing, invoices, and payments. Maintains court reporting equipment and supplies used in daily work assignments; ensures proper working order of equipment; makes minor repairs; and sends equipment to outside vendors for major repairs as necessary.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field required
• Three years of court reporting experience
• Must possess and maintain certification as a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) from the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or licensure as a Certified Court Reporter (CCR) from the Board of Court Reporting of the Judicial Council of Georgia
• Must possess and maintain affirmation as a sworn Deputy Clerk of the Court

Responsibilities

• Takes verbatim recordings of formal and/or legal proceedings
• Prepares certified written and electronic verbatim transcripts
• Receives, inventories, records, and stores trial exhibits entered as evidence in court
• Prepares, collates, and binds printed transcripts of court proceedings
• Prepares invoices for transcription services of court proceedings, court orders, and other legal hearings
• Maintains court reporting equipment and supplies used in daily work assignments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees