Denton County is hiring: District Court Reporter - 393rd District Court in Dento

THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.

The District Court Reporter is responsible for recording courtroom activities and producing transcripts of proceedings in accordance with State statute and Texas Supreme Court rules. The position requires proper preservation of stenographic notes, filing of all court exhibits, and use of equipment and software necessary for court reporting.

• Produces contemporaneous court records and ensures proper maintenance for future retrieval.
• Purchases and maintains all equipment and software necessary for reporting court proceedings.
• Produces transcripts as required, coordinating with independent contractors.
• Preserves electronic files and records, and files court exhibits.
• Handles inquiries and requests from internal and external consumers regarding court records.
• Reads back all or portions of the court record, producing transcripts within strict time limitations.
• Provides accurate, simultaneous, real-time translation to the Judge on a daily basis.
• Understands the TAMES eFile system and electronically files Reporter's Records in accordance with the Uniform Format Manual and statutory requirements.
• Consults with colleagues to promote learning and protect record accuracy.
• Maintains hardware and software to ensure equipment is in working order.
• Provides general support and performs other related duties as required.

Regular and punctual attendance is required.

High School Diploma or GED, completion of some college level course work, and a minimum of five years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Certification as a Shorthand Reporter by the Supreme Court of Texas is required. Certification as a Merit Reporter and Real-time Reporter is preferred.