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Requisition No:846775
Agency: State Courts System
Working Title: COURT REPORTER II
Pay Plan: State Courts System
Position Number:
Salary: $73716.72 Annually
Posting Closing Date: 05/12/2025
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Position Title
Court Reporter II
Position Number
Job Location
Twelfth Judicial Circuit; Sarasota
Starting Salary Range
$73716.72 Annually
Job Description
The Twelfth Judicial Circuit has an opening for an Official Court Reporter to be based in Sarasota County. The essential function of the position is to stenographically record felony court proceedings provide Realtime to judges daily and produce transcripts on a timely basis. The position is responsible for reporting court proceedings performing research and proofreading and editing reported proceedings in order to produce quality transcripts. The position works under the general supervision of the Court Reporting Manager.
The position requires someone who is selfmotivated has a keen eye for detail and completes assignments timely. All Official Court Reporters are paid a monthly salary but are not paid appearance fees or for transcripts. Howevera Diamante writer laptop maintenance of equipment CAT software and current updates are all provided. Also included are State of Florida government employee benefits.
Duties and responsibilities
Records court proceedings stenographically utilizing a Stenograph Diamante and Case Catalyst software;
Reads back segments of proceedings from either stenographic notes or Realtime translation;
Transcribes and edits stenographic or Realtime notes to transcript form in compliance with applicable standards regulations and statutes;
Proofreads transcripts to verify correct spelling of names places medical scientific and legal terms; researches information as required to ensure accuracy of information;
Prints and binds certified completed transcripts and backs up transcripts for archiving purposes;
Archives digital stenographic notes; maintains updates and edits personal dictionary; and maintains accurate logs of each days proceedings;
Travels to courthouses within the circuit to perform duties as may be required;
Completes and submits statistical reports to designated personnel.
Salary
$6143.06 monthly (nonnegotiable); State employees are paid on the last workday of each month. The successful candidate will be hired at the minimum salary. Benefits include membership in the Florida Retirement System and a generous contribution by the State to health insurance premiums.
Education and Training Guidelines
An Associates degree or the equivalent of two years of college or vocational school education in court reporting is required. This position requires a valid certificate as a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) or higher. Realtime Reporter capability is required and Realtime certification is preferred.
Competencies
Knowledge skills and abilities
Ability to stenographically report using Case Catalyst software and Realtime technology;
Ability to hook up cables and troubleshoot with Realtime technology;
Ability to record testimony at the standard required speed and accuracy;
Ability to edit and translate stenographic notes proofread transcripts verify the correct spelling of names places and terms;
Ability to print and bind completed transcripts; back up transcripts to archives; archive notes and dockets;
Ability to interact professionally and maintain an effective working relationship with supervisors coworkers government officials and the public;
Ability to work in fastpaced automated environment with many interruptions;
In addition to the ability to use basic office equipment this position also calls for computer skills: the ability to use computer applications such as Microsoft Office products and Microsoft Outlook; searching the Internet; and the ability to learn and use new program software.
Special Comments
Benefits
As a state or countyfunded court employee you will become eligible for healthcare retirement savings through a selfdirected investment plan or a dedicated pension plan paid time offplus12 paid holidays each year.
Career Advancement
Court employees become eligible for tuition programs and career advancement programs to grow or enhance leadership skills.
Our Culture
Court employees can expect a safe and diverse work environment with managers that want to help you succeed.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must submit a current State of Florida Application to the Human Resources Manager of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit. A cover letter and current resume are encouraged. Application materials may be submitted electronically or via mail delivery.
Email:Human Resources Manager
Or mail to: Twelfth Judicial Circuit
Human Resources Manager
P.O. Box 48927
Sarasota FL 34230
Website:Career Opportunities
If you do not submit a State of Florida application you will not be considered. If you have submitted a State of Florida application directly to the Twelfth Judicial Circuit within the past 12 months please indicate you will not be required to submit a new application.
The successful applicant will be subject to a Criminal Background Check. The Florida State Courts System is a criminal justice agency. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion sex age national origin or disability. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the application/selection process please call.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a DrugFree workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455 F.S. DrugFree Workplace Act.
Employment Type
Full Time
