Judicial Court Reporter Elect

Minnesota Judicial Branch•Mankato, MN

3d•$28 - $43•Hybrid

About The Position

The Minnesota Judicial Branch is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Official Court Reporter position in the Fifth Judicial District, chambered in Blue Earth County, Mankato, MN. This role offers the opportunity to expand court experience or begin a career, working with a multi-faceted caseload including criminal, civil, family, probate, juvenile, and conciliation cases. The Fifth Judicial District covers 15 southwest Minnesota counties. This position is primarily on-site but may offer occasional remote work opportunities, with travel throughout the district expected. Applications will be reviewed regularly, and interviews will be scheduled throughout the posting duration. Court Reporters are responsible for capturing and preserving the official court record, preparing and distributing transcripts according to legal guidelines, and exercising independent judgment. Work is reviewed by the judicial officer.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of knowledge, skills and abilities.
Proficient in multiple computer hardware and software applications; interest in and ability to learn and use new and ever-evolving technology and computer programs.
Ability to learn, interpret, retain and apply policies, procedures and statues, specifically relating to establishing the official court record.
Ability to multitask and prioritize duties in a fast-paced, professional environment.
Ability to enter clear, detailed log notes and court minutes regarding significant occurrences or do trial work with the potential of high-volume, complex transcript work.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and professionally, both orally and in writing, with a diverse group of people.
Team orientated with a positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Compliance with Electronic Court Reporter certification requirements within 3 months of hire (State Court Administrator certificate, AAERT certificate, or accredited school certification).
Graduation from an NCRA-approved court reporting school within the past two years OR compliance with Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) designation requirements (NCRA RPR, equivalent certification, or 2 years of proficient practice with transcript accuracy test and potential for RPR within 2 years of hire).

Responsibilities

Capture and preserve a verbatim record of court proceedings.
Plays/Read back testimony upon request.
Transcribe, proofread, certify and distribute official transcripts and court orders in accordance with Rules of Court, opinions, State Statutes, legal guidelines and policies.
Maintains accurate and complete files and records.
Maintains current awareness of Rules, Statutes, and policy changes/additions/deletions.
Serves as the judicial officer’s confidential assistant.
Perform other court related and confidential duties as directed by the Judge.