Court Reporter - Official Certified Shorthand Reporter (D7)Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4776650) ApplyCourt Reporter - Official Certified Shorthand Reporter (D7)Salary $59,321.60 - $96,803.20 AnnuallyLocation State of Iowa - See Job Description, IAJob TypeFull-timeJob Number25-01798Agency444 JudicialOpening Date01/02/2025Closing Date2/2/2025 11:59 PM CentralLinkedIn Tag#LI-POSTPoint of Contactdanny.davis@iowacourts.govTo ApplyPlease attach a cover letter and resume (PDF format) along with the completed online application. Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.
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Job DescriptionThe 7th Judicial District of the Iowa Judicial Branch is seeking qualified candidates for immediate Court Reporter – Certified Shorthand Reporter openings. Court Reporter – Certified Shorthand Reporter positions are under the direction and supervision of the District Court Administrator as the Chief Judge’s designee and can be assigned to report on proceedings with any Judge in any county in the 7thJudicial District.The starting salary for new State of Iowa Judicial employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The pay range is $28.52 - $46.54 per hour or $2281.60 - $3723.20 bi-weekly.Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P Location:TBDTo Apply:Candidates will need to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer. Key Responsibilities
Captures court testimony and proceedings with stenography machine
Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request
Prepares transcripts, performs general office work
Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings
Performs related work as determined by Judge, Chief Judge or designee
Electronic document filing required in all counites within the District
May be required to work for any Judicial Officer in the District per operational needs
Travel within the District required
Court Reporter will purchase and maintain court reporting software and stenotype machines and/or verbatim recording equipment
The following skills and attributes will enable your success in this role:
Excellent communication skills
Strong computer applications and skills including video conferencing (Teams/Zoom)
Demonstrable 10-key skills
Ability to adapt to situations with court personnel and the public
Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service
Critical thinking skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Detail-oriented
What’s in it for YOU
Team-oriented, positive work environment
Excellent affordable benefit package
Paid holidays plus vacation and sick time
Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) retirement plan
Optional retirement savings 457 plan with employer contributions
Employee discount programs
This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise. Minimum Qualification Requirements
Graduation from an accredited high school (or High School Equivalency) and graduation from a school of court reporting.
Must be certified by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters within 12 months of employment, and certification must be maintained as a condition of employment. Certification demonstrates proficiency based on the standard of the National Court Reporters Association for the earned designation of Registered Professional Reporter or the National Verbatim Reporters Association for the earned designation of Certified Verbatim Reporter.
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