United States Courts is hiring: Court Reporter in Chicago

Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois is now accepting applications for a Court Reporter. Consideration will only be given to those who apply through the court’s online applicant tracking system and submit a cover letter, resume, test scores or NCRA or equivalent real-time certification. If applicants have prior experience providing reporting services to this court on more than five occasions with the same judge within the twelve months prior to submitting their application, applicants must submit an evaluation on their work and recommendations from that judge. The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois has an opening for an official court reporter. Official court reporters serve the court en banc and must comply with the requirements of the Judicial Conference of the U.S. Courts and the court reporter management plan of this court. The official court reporter is responsible for recording verbatim testimony of court sessions or other proceedings as specified by statute, rule, or order of the court. At the request of a party or by order of the court, the court reporter provides transcripts within the time frames and cost requirements of the Judicial Conference. Official court reporters are required to maintain accurate and legible records of time, attendance, transcript production, and earnings. Qualifications Successful completion of the certified real-time reporter examination offered by the U.S. Court Reporter Association or the National Court Reporters Association, or an equivalent qualifying examination is required. At least four years of prime court reporting experience in the freelance field of service or in other courts or a combination thereof. If applicants have prior experience providing reporting services to this court on more than five occasions with the same judge within the twelve months prior to submitting their application, applicants must submit an evaluation of their work and recommendations from that judge. Qualified by testing for listing on the Registry of Professional Reporters of the National Court Reporters Association or have passed an equivalent qualifying examination. Ability to accurately record 180 words per minute on literary matter, 200 words per minute for jury charge, and 225 words per minute for testimony. Skilled in the use of Computer-Aided Transcription equipment. Possess and provide all necessary personal equipment and software. Certificate of Merit from the National Court Reporters Association is preferred. The position requires the ability to record verbatim testimony, to read back all or any portions of the court records, to work well under pressure, to work extended court and transcription production hours within strict time limitations, and to work as a part of a team to serve all the judges of the court. Employee Benefits Benefits information may be viewed on our website. Application Info Qualified applicants should submit an application, cover letter, resume, test scores or NCRA or equivalent certificate, real-time certification (if candidate is real-time certified) and recommendations (including an evaluation of the applicant’s work) from at least one judge and three members of a federal trial bar, preferably of this court. If applicants have prior experience providing reporting services to this court on more than five occasions with the same judge within the twelve months prior to submitting their application, applicants must submit an evaluation on their work and recommendations from that judge. Consideration will only be given to those who apply through the court’s online applicant tracking system by Jan. 9, 2026. Applicants who apply by Dec. 29, 2025 , will receive first consideration. To view openings and to apply, visit our applicant tracking system at ILND Jobs. Due to the volume of applications received, the court will only communicate with those applicants who will be interviewed. Applicants selected for interviews will be communicated to only through email and must travel at their own expense and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed. Applicants will be screened to determine their experience and qualifications. The U.S. District Court requires employees to follow the code of conduct for judicial employees. Reference checks with current and former employers will be conducted. Only qualified applicants will be considered for this position. A preliminary background investigation with law enforcement agencies, including fingerprint and criminal record check will be conducted as a condition of employment. Unsatisfactory results may result in termination of employment. Direct deposit is required for payment of compensation for employees. Employees of the District Court, Northern District of Illinois are excepted service appointments. Employees are considered at-will and are not covered by federal civil service classifications or regulations. To be eligible for employment, applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Person who owes allegiance to the United States (i.e., nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands) Person admitted as a refugee or granted asylum who has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible Lawful permanent resident (i.e., green card holder) who is seeking citizenship. A lawful permanent resident "seeking citizenship" may not apply for citizenship until he or she has been a permanent resident for at least five years (three years if seeking naturalization as a spouse of a citizen) Must apply for citizenship within six months of becoming eligible Must complete the process within two years of applying (unless there is a delay caused by the processors of the application) The court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, or to withdraw the announcement, any of which may occur without prior written or other notice. The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois is now accepting applications for a Court Reporter . The official court reporter is responsible for recording verbatim testimony of court sessions or other proceedings as specified by statute, rule, or order of the court . Successful completion of the certified real-time reporter examination is required . En Español: Si los solicitantes tienen experiencia previa en proporcionar servicios de informes a este tribunal en más de cinco ocasiones con el mismo juez dentro de los doce meses anteriores a la presentación de su solicitud, los candidatos deben presentar una evaluación sobre sus trabajos y recomendaciones de ese juez. El Tribunal de Distrito de Estados Unidos para el distrito norte de Illinois tiene un registro oficial para un reportero judicial. Los reporteros oficiales del tribunal sirven al tribunal en banc y cumplen con las exigencias de la Conferencia Judicial de los tribunales de EE.UU. Reporteros legales y reportajes deben estar presentes en tiempo real como se solicita por la corte o el órgano jurisdiccional. Si los solicitantes tienen experiencia previa en proveer servicios de informes a este tribunal en más de cinco ocasiones con el mismo juez dentro de los doce meses anteriores a la presentación de su solicitud, deben presentar una evaluación de sus trabajos y recomendaciones de ese juez. Calificados por pruebas para inscribirse en el Registro de Reporteros Profesionales de la Asociación Nacional de Informadores o han superado un examen calificado. La capacidad de grabar con precisión 180 palabras por minuto sobre materia literaria, 200 palabras por minute para jurado y 225 palabras por Minute para testimonio. Los candidatos cualificados en el uso del equipo informático A-Boss Transcripción Equivoca y Provee todos los equipos necesarios y software bajo esta aplicación. El certificado de trabajo debe ser leído al juez federal (incluidos los miembros del jurado) y las instrucciones legales que recomiendan a cualquier miembro del equipo de ensayo, así como todas las prestaciones personales. Si los solicitantes tienen experiencia previa en proporcionar servicios de informes a este tribunal en más de cinco ocasiones con el mismo juez dentro de los doce meses anteriores a la presentación de su solicitud, deben presentar una evaluación sobre sus trabajos y recomendaciones de ese juez. La consideración solo se dará a aquellos que soliciten a través del sistema de seguimiento de solicitantes en línea de la corte hasta el 9 de enero de 2026. Los solicitantes que solicitan antes del 29 de diciembre de 2025 , recibirán un primer examen. Para ver las aperturas y para solicitar, visite nuestro sistema de rastreo de candidatos en ILND Jobs. Debido al volumen de aplicaciones recibidas, el tribunal sólo comunicará con esos solicitantes a quienes serán entrevistados. Para ser elegibles para el empleo, los solicitantes deben cumplir con uno de los siguientes requisitos: Persona que debe lealtad a Estados Unidos (es decir, ciudadanos de Samoa Americana, Isla Swains y las Islas Marianas del Norte) persona admitida como refugiada o otorgada asilo quien ha presentado una declaración de intención de convertirse en residente permanente legal y luego un ciudadano cuando sea elegible Residente permanente legal (esto es, titular de la tarjeta verde) que está buscando ciudadanía. Un ciudadano legítimo "recurso" no puede solicitar la nacionalidad hasta que haya sido residente permanente durante al menos cinco años (tres años retirando su solicitud de naturalización como cónyuge de un empleador dentro de un proceso judicial) La aplicación de este derecho se debe realizar sin previo aviso por medio de seis meses antes del anuncio o cualquier otra modificación por parte de la corte federal.