Part-Time Official Court Reporter
Part-Time Official Court Reporter
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Join Our Team of Official Court Reporters at the Superior Court of California County of San Bernardino!
Are you an experienced stenographer or voice writer looking to start or advance your career in this fieldWe are seeking dedicatedOfficial Court Reportersto be part of our dynamic and collaborative team.
Why Choose Us
As an Official Court Reporter with theSan BernardinoSuperior Court you will:Be Mentored by Expertise:Work under the guidance ofthedeputydirector of operations an experienced court reporter andasupportive leadership team.
Comprehensive Onboarding & Training: Benefit from a thorough onboarding process and training program designed to help you thrive in your role.
Collaborative Environment: Join a welcoming team of court reporters who are committed to supportingyou every step of the way.
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a robust compensation packagevalued at up to $184880 including salary and benefits.
Butthatsnot all!Weoffera range of fantasticincentives*to make your journey with us truly rewarding.
One Time Hiring/Retention
Newly hired official court reporters in thefiscal yearwill receive $20000.
Professional Stipend
A onetime professional stipend (which includeslicensingand all other paid subscriptions needed for the profession) of $7500 will be paid to each active official courtreporter.
OutofState Relocation
A onetime relocation incentive of $5000 will be paid to each newly hired official courter reporter (hired between July 1 2024June 30 2025 employed by the San Bernardino Superior Court County of San Bernardinowhorelocatesfrom a state other thanCalifornia.
*For more details about these incentives the Side Letter Agreement to the Memorandum of Understanding between the Superior Court of California County of San Bernardino and the Service Employees International Union Local 721 is available upon request. Please emailto request a copy.
Please note: Parttime employees shall receive prorata benefits/accruals or incentives according to the Memorandum of Understanding provisions based upon the number of hours worked.
About the JobUnder general supervision and in accordance with applicable code sections reports and transcribes verbatim stenographic or voice written record of official court proceedings prepares and certifies transcripts and reads aloud recorded proceedings at the direction of the court; and performs related duties as assigned. Parttime Official Court Reporters are employees of the San Bernardino County Superior Court and are responsible for the accurate verbatim reporting and transcription of official court proceedings.The Parttime Official Court Reporter is responsible for preparation and billing of transcripts on an individual contractor basis following an established fee schedule. Incumbents are assigned to a court district or division and assigned to courtrooms per a schedule to meet the needs of the court. They may also be required to change assignments and districts on short notice or work temporary assignments at other court locations. Duties and responsibilities are carried out with considerable independence within a framework of established policies and procedures. Employees in this class typically report to an Operations Supervisor District Manager or other supervisory or management classification.For full position details please visit the job description by clickinghere.This recruitment may close at any time based on the needs of the court and interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.Essential Functions
Typical duties of a Parttime Official Court Reporter may include but are not limited to:
- Records verbatim testimony and court proceedings using stenographic or voice writing equipment computeraided transcription equipment and realtime software; asks judge and other speakers for clarification of testimony instructions orders or actions when necessary to ensure accuracy.
- Reports all case type proceedings including but not limited to civil family law delinquency dependency probate and criminal including death penalty matters.
- Transports sets up and maintains personal court reporting equipment at the designated work location; researches medical legal and technical terminology as well as case citations and related information; develops and modifies custom software dictionaries; maintains court reporting transcription and archival equipment.
- Receives and processes transcript requests estimates cost and prepares and produces transcripts and copies of transcripts in a timely manner as required by applicable code sections Rules of Court and statutes for the requesting parties; produces and certifies formal written transcripts of court proceedings; prepares daily transcripts as needed; archives electronic notes on a court electronic storage system.
- Maintains a variety of electronic and paper files; organizes and ensures security of official records.
- Responds to phone calls electronic mail and personal inquiries for services.
- Provides court reporter services in other courtrooms countywide when regularly assigned court is not in session.
- Prepares and coordinates a variety of work reports and records and attends meetings as required.
- Reviews and edits testimony prior to requested read back to jurors.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of a recognized training course in court reporting or an associate degree in court reporting resulting in certification and licensure by the State of California Certified Shorthand Reporters Board.
Upon inhouse Realtime Reporting Certification incumbents will receive a three percent 3 pay differential (on base salary only). Incumbents holding National Realtime Certification will receive six percent 6 pay differential (on base salary only).
Licenses: Certificates; Special Requirements:
- A valid California Class C drivers license and the ability to maintain insurability under the courts vehicle insurance program.
- Current license in good standing issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Certified Shorthand Reporters Board.
- Realtime certification is required and incumbents must pass inhouse Realtime Reporting Certification during their first six 6 months of assignment to successfully pass probation or be terminated.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the required application and supplemental application.Human Resources will review applications to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications therefore it is to your benefit to include all pertinent work experience. When listing court experience please include dates and classification of each position held if more than one.Selection Process- Applications will be reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and/or desirables. Only those who meet the minimum qualifications and desirables (if applicable) will proceed to the next step in the recruitment process.
- Candidates supplemental question responses may be evaluated and ranked. Depending on the number of applications assessments and/or screening interviews may be conducted.
- Candidates who are successful in step 2 will be placed on the eligible list and may be considered for interview. Placement on the eligible list does not guarantee an interview or employment.
All candidates will be notified via email of their status at each step of the process. Additional steps in selection process will include background check and a reference check.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
The Superior Court of California County of San Bernardino is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process may contact the Human Resources Office ator via email at. Individuals with hearing and/or speech impairments may also contact the recruiter for this position through the use of the California Relay Service by dialing 711.Physical Characteristics
- The physical and mental demands described on the job description or by clicking here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Superior Court of California County of San Bernardino is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
Employment Type
Part-Time
