GJ Stenographer

City of New York • New York City, NY

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About The Position

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an immediate opening for eight (8) Reporter/Stenographers in the Grand Jury Stenographers Unit. In this position, the Reporter Stenographer is responsible for taking and transcribing verbatim testimony of confidential grand jury proceedings. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Timely reporting to the Grand Jury with a professional demeanor to transcribe verbatim testimony. - Utilize Case Catalyst software to transcribe testimony minutes. - Transcribe audiovisual materials, such as body worn camera footage and 911 calls. - Maintain precise records of proceedings and stenographic notes. - Testify in court regarding the accuracy of the Grand Jury testimony. - Perform additional reporter/stenographer duties as assigned. In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following: - Associate Occupational Science Degree in Court Reporting. - Before appointment, you will be required to demonstrate your proficiency to take and transcribe at 180-200 words per minute for five minutes using a stenographic machine.

Requirements

• Associate Occupational Science Degree in Court Reporting.
• Before appointment, you will be required to demonstrate your proficiency to take and transcribe at 180-200 words per minute for five minutes using a stenographic machine.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Case Catalyst software.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of sensitivity and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment collaboratively and cooperatively.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, meet and establish deadlines, prioritize amongst competing needs, respond in a timely manner to requests, and adapt to changes in workflow in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to be proactive and take initiative.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Timely reporting to the Grand Jury with a professional demeanor to transcribe verbatim testimony.
• Utilize Case Catalyst software to transcribe testimony minutes.
• Transcribe audiovisual materials, such as body worn camera footage and 911 calls.
• Maintain precise records of proceedings and stenographic notes.
• Testify in court regarding the accuracy of the Grand Jury testimony.
• Perform additional reporter/stenographer duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees