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Court Reporter - Official Certified Shorthand Reporter (D1 - Waterloo)

Iowa Department of Administrative Services, Waterloo, Iowa, United States, 50702

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Court Reporter - Official Certified Shorthand Reporter (D1 - Waterloo)

Salary

$63,627.20 - $101,649.60 Annually

Location

Waterloo - 50701 - Black Hawk County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-01664

Agency

444 Judicial

Opening Date

08/27/2025

Closing Date

10/7/2025 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

#LI-POST

Point of Contact

lena.heit@iowacourts.gov

To Apply

Please 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.

Description

Questions

Job Description

The First Judicial District of the Iowa Judicial Branch is seeking qualified candidates for immediate Court Reporter openings. Court 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 First Judicial District.

The starting salary for new State of Iowa Judicial employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. Adjustments may be made if the successful applicant has relevant experience.

Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P

Location:Waterloo, Iowa – Black Hawk County

To 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

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 counties within the District

May be required to work for any Judicial Officer in the District per operational needs

Travel required

What’s in it for YOU

Collaborative, positive work environment

Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn

Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities

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

Education, Experience, and Special Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school (or High School Equivalency)

Must meet one:

Be a registered Professional Reporter (RPR) from the National Court Reporters Association.

Be a Certified Verbatim Reporter (CVR) from the National Verbatim Reporters Association.

Completed a court reporter training program.

Special Requirements

Must obtain an Iowa Certified Shorthand Reporter license within one year of employment. Certification must remain current.

The Court Reporter will purchase and maintain court reporting software and stenotype machines and/or verbatim recording equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent communication skills

Strong computer skills including video conferencing (GTM/Zoom)

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-orientation

01

Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch.

Yes

No

02

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq?

Yes

No

03

List any professional licenses you hold:

04

Please explain any gaps in your employment history?

05

Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below.

06

What is your current salary?

07

What is your minimum salary requirement?

08

Your application for employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch will generally be treated as confidential under Iowa Code section 22.7(18). However, if you consent to allow Judicial to treat it as a public record per Iowa Code section 22.7(18)(a), please check "Yes, I consent" below.

Yes, I consent

No

09

Iowa Judicial Branch Employees ONLY: Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certification?

Yes

No

Required Question

Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

444 Judicial

Address

Iowa Judicial Branch Building

1111 E Court Ave

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

http://www.iowacourts.gov/

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