Court Reporter

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

An official Court Reporter provides verbatim reporting of court proceedings and prepares accurate, timely transcripts pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes Title 32, Chapter 40. Court Reporters may be assigned to any of the five court locations throughout Maricopa County and work in any court department, including grand jury, criminal, civil, family, juvenile, probate/mental health, and administrative hearings. The Judicial Branch reimburses employees for required professional licensure or certification maintenance costs, but not the initial costs of obtaining a license or certification.

The position works in a courtroom environment and may be reassigned among Judicial Branch locations based on departmental needs. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered. The position is non-exempt under the FLSA. Employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness if they meet the program’s other eligibility criteria.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Arizona certification as a court reporter pursuant to A.R.S. Title 32, Chapter 40.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.
• Knowledge of courtroom practices and procedures and legal terminology.
• Knowledge of stenograph or other specialized equipment and court reporting software.
• Knowledge of transcript preparation, including research of specialized terminology, statutes, and case citations.
• Skill in operating and maintaining stenograph equipment and using court reporting software.
• Skill in using standard office machines and knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to transcribe court proceedings quickly and accurately.
• Ability to maintain and update computer text, dictionary, and backup files.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and in an organized manner.
• Ability to communicate clearly, perceive nearby details, and maintain physical positions such as sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods.
• Ability to use hands for typing, handling objects, or operating tools, and to reach with hands and arms; occasional lifting or moving of objects weighing up to 20 pounds may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of professional court reporting experience.
• Experience transcribing a full range of judicial proceedings.
• Certification in real-time reporting.

Responsibilities

• Report courtroom proceedings using stenograph equipment and computer-aided transcription software.
• Read aloud from stenographic notes when requested by the court or counsel.
• Prepare and produce case transcripts requested by litigants, attorneys, judges, and other court personnel, including researching case citations, statutes, and specialized terminology.
• Edit, proofread, bind, and certify transcripts as true and accurate copies.
• Distribute transcripts to appropriate parties.
• Interact and correspond with litigants, attorneys, support staff, paralegals, judges, court personnel, the Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court about transcript requests and preparation.
• Maintain and update computer text, dictionary, and backup files.
• Maintain and update stenographic and computer equipment.
• Archive electronically produced stenographic notes and computer-generated stenographic files.
• May assist court office personnel with various duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off and paid sick leave.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Coverage under one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, with mandatory payroll contributions for full-time employees.
• Employee assistance program and wellness incentives.
• Optional life insurance, disability coverage, group legal plan, and pet insurance.
• $3,000 sign-on bonus.
• Reimbursement for required professional licensure or certification maintenance costs.
• Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness for qualifying full-time employees who meet other program criteria.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED