City of Cleveland is hiring: Deputy Bailiff Court Reporter in Cleveland

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Summary

The Court Reporter is responsible for the accurate and detailed recording and transcription of court proceedings.

Description

Deputy Bailiff Court Reporter

Summary

The Court Reporter is responsible for the accurate and detailed recording and transcription of court proceedings.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Prompt attendance at all scheduled court assignments.
• Accurately records verbatim stenograph proceedings at 225 wpm.
• . Reads back requested text during court proceedings.
• Reads steno note files into Computer Aided Transcription (CAT) system from Data SD memory card.
• Maintains daily copies of docket sheets.
• Secures and files all exhibits marked and admitted into evidence in court proceedings.
• Prepares transcripts upon request of the Court and all parties, and pro se litigants according to established procedure.
• Edits and proofreads all transcripts to ensure accuracy of the record.
• Verifies accuracy of citations and reads from source books quotations cited in typed transcripts.
• Invoices all parties requesting transcripts where applicable.
• Provide quality service that continuously improves, that meets or exceeds public expectations, and that ensures all are treated with courtesy, dignity, and respect.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of generally accepted office practices, procedures, and equipment; proper English usage, grammar, vocabulary, and spelling, legal and specialized terminology; and courtroom procedures.
• . Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
• Ability to operate and learn to operate necessary computer and other equipment.
  
  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate’s Degree in Court and Conference Reporting or Court Reporter Certificate. Two years of court reporting experience. Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certification preferred.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Continuous sitting, continuous repetitive hand, arm, wrist, and finger motion; frequent bending and twisting at the neck or trunk; and frequent eye-hand coordination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COURT EXPECTATIONS of EMPLOYEE

In accomplishing the responsibilities of this position, the Court expects that the employee will adhere to the mission and values of the Court as well as all Court policies and procedures. In addition, while carrying out the duties of this position, the employee is expected to model high ethical conduct on and off the job and exhibit a professional and respectful demeanor with all Court employees.

Qualified applicants may be required to submit to testing and provide writing samples. Proof of education and employment references will be required before final interview. Employment predicated upon successful completion of criminal record check and drug testing required. You'll be considered a probationary employee for your first 180 days of employment.

The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.

The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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  Government Administration

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