Official Court Reporter
United States Courts, Camden, NJ, United States
Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey is seeking applicants for an Official Court Reporter. Official Court Reporters perform stenographic court reporting services for any judicial proceeding as may be required and produce transcripts. Court reporting services are performed in person or remotely, depending on Court needs and the requirements of proceedings. Court reporting services performed remotely will include attending proceedings via video teleconference. The incumbent for this position is also responsible for completing record-keeping forms, documenting information contained in reports, as well as maintaining and safeguarding records until their disposition pursuant to the statutory requirements and Judicial Conference policy. Official Court Reporters are appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Court and must comply with the requirements of the Judicial Conference of the United States and the Court Reporter Management Plan of this Court. Official Court Reporters report directly to the Court Reporter Supervisor and have a regular 40-hour tour of duty located in Camden, with travel to other courthouses as needed.
Attends and stenographically records verbatim proceedings held before the U.S. District Judges and Magistrate Judges (as needed) and makes a transcription of those proceedings, upon request. Reads back all or any portions of the court record
Produces transcripts within strict time limitations and works as part of a team of reporters for the Judges of the Court
Produces high volumes of daily and expedited transcripts, independently
Produces accurate, simultaneous realtime transcription utilizing computer-aided translation (CAT)
Determines billing and formats which comply with the Judicial Conference requirements
Delivers and/or mails prepared official transcripts
Provides transcripts and/or realtime feeds to the Court upon request, without charge
Certifies and files the original transcripts with the Clerk of Court
Maintains accurate and legible records which are subject to audits
Prepares and files Administrative Office reports
Responds timely to official correspondence, emails, phone calls, and instant messages. Complies with all administrative duties assigned by his or her manager and the Court
Maintains self-owned, audio-capable steno writer and CAT system and equipment capable of realtime output and audio recording; and maintains service contracts and support for equipment and software
Takes the record of Court proceedings remotely from home, as required, utilizing video and phone conferencing, using reliable internet service
Travel to all locations, as needed
Qualifications
Candidate must possess at least four years of prime court reporting experience in the freelance field or in other courts, or a combination thereof, and must be certified as having passed the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) examination administered by the National Court Reporters Association or an equivalent certification
Skilled in the use of computer-aided transcription (CAT)
Preference may be given to applicants with a Certified Realtime Reporter (CRR) and/or a Registered Merit Reporter (RMR) certification from the NCRA or an equivalent
Note:
Applicants must own, maintain and keep current, audio-capable steno writer, CAT equipment and software; and maintain service contracts and support for same
Experience with video and phone conferencing is critical and the ability to produce a remote realtime feed, including any software/hardware needed to facilitate same
Specialized Experience Court Preferred Skills The successful candidate should demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work well under pressure. This position also requires strong motivation, initiative, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously. The Official Court Reporter will be communicating routinely with Judges, attorneys and management; therefore, the candidate should demonstrate the ability to communicate professionally and with tact both orally and in writing. Knowledge of courtroom procedures, methods of reporting courtroom proceedings and legal terminology is desired. The incumbent must be able to handle confidential matters appropriately. Proficiency and experience in the use of computer systems, including but not limited to Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Outlook and Teams, is highly preferred.
Attends and stenographically records verbatim proceedings held before the U.S. District Judges and Magistrate Judges (as needed) and makes a transcription of those proceedings, upon request. Reads back all or any portions of the court record
Produces transcripts within strict time limitations and works as part of a team of reporters for the Judges of the Court
Produces high volumes of daily and expedited transcripts, independently
Produces accurate, simultaneous realtime transcription utilizing computer-aided translation (CAT)
Determines billing and formats which comply with the Judicial Conference requirements
Delivers and/or mails prepared official transcripts
Provides transcripts and/or realtime feeds to the Court upon request, without charge
Certifies and files the original transcripts with the Clerk of Court
Maintains accurate and legible records which are subject to audits
Prepares and files Administrative Office reports
Responds timely to official correspondence, emails, phone calls, and instant messages. Complies with all administrative duties assigned by his or her manager and the Court
Maintains self-owned, audio-capable steno writer and CAT system and equipment capable of realtime output and audio recording; and maintains service contracts and support for equipment and software
Takes the record of Court proceedings remotely from home, as required, utilizing video and phone conferencing, using reliable internet service
Travel to all locations, as needed
Application Info Interested applicants may submit electronically to the Court’s website, the following documents into
one PDF :
A cover letter explaining your qualifications for this position
An updated resume
Salary history (external applicants only)
Please submit the above required documents to the attention of Ms. Robin A. Newman, Esq., Human Resources Manager via the Court’s Recruitment Database at the following linkon or before April 10, 2026, by 5 p.m.
We are unable to consider applications without the required documents sent as instructed above.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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Attends and stenographically records verbatim proceedings held before the U.S. District Judges and Magistrate Judges (as needed) and makes a transcription of those proceedings, upon request. Reads back all or any portions of the court record
Produces transcripts within strict time limitations and works as part of a team of reporters for the Judges of the Court
Produces high volumes of daily and expedited transcripts, independently
Produces accurate, simultaneous realtime transcription utilizing computer-aided translation (CAT)
Determines billing and formats which comply with the Judicial Conference requirements
Delivers and/or mails prepared official transcripts
Provides transcripts and/or realtime feeds to the Court upon request, without charge
Certifies and files the original transcripts with the Clerk of Court
Maintains accurate and legible records which are subject to audits
Prepares and files Administrative Office reports
Responds timely to official correspondence, emails, phone calls, and instant messages. Complies with all administrative duties assigned by his or her manager and the Court
Maintains self-owned, audio-capable steno writer and CAT system and equipment capable of realtime output and audio recording; and maintains service contracts and support for equipment and software
Takes the record of Court proceedings remotely from home, as required, utilizing video and phone conferencing, using reliable internet service
Travel to all locations, as needed
Qualifications
Candidate must possess at least four years of prime court reporting experience in the freelance field or in other courts, or a combination thereof, and must be certified as having passed the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) examination administered by the National Court Reporters Association or an equivalent certification
Skilled in the use of computer-aided transcription (CAT)
Preference may be given to applicants with a Certified Realtime Reporter (CRR) and/or a Registered Merit Reporter (RMR) certification from the NCRA or an equivalent
Note:
Applicants must own, maintain and keep current, audio-capable steno writer, CAT equipment and software; and maintain service contracts and support for same
Experience with video and phone conferencing is critical and the ability to produce a remote realtime feed, including any software/hardware needed to facilitate same
Specialized Experience Court Preferred Skills The successful candidate should demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work well under pressure. This position also requires strong motivation, initiative, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously. The Official Court Reporter will be communicating routinely with Judges, attorneys and management; therefore, the candidate should demonstrate the ability to communicate professionally and with tact both orally and in writing. Knowledge of courtroom procedures, methods of reporting courtroom proceedings and legal terminology is desired. The incumbent must be able to handle confidential matters appropriately. Proficiency and experience in the use of computer systems, including but not limited to Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Outlook and Teams, is highly preferred.
Attends and stenographically records verbatim proceedings held before the U.S. District Judges and Magistrate Judges (as needed) and makes a transcription of those proceedings, upon request. Reads back all or any portions of the court record
Produces transcripts within strict time limitations and works as part of a team of reporters for the Judges of the Court
Produces high volumes of daily and expedited transcripts, independently
Produces accurate, simultaneous realtime transcription utilizing computer-aided translation (CAT)
Determines billing and formats which comply with the Judicial Conference requirements
Delivers and/or mails prepared official transcripts
Provides transcripts and/or realtime feeds to the Court upon request, without charge
Certifies and files the original transcripts with the Clerk of Court
Maintains accurate and legible records which are subject to audits
Prepares and files Administrative Office reports
Responds timely to official correspondence, emails, phone calls, and instant messages. Complies with all administrative duties assigned by his or her manager and the Court
Maintains self-owned, audio-capable steno writer and CAT system and equipment capable of realtime output and audio recording; and maintains service contracts and support for equipment and software
Takes the record of Court proceedings remotely from home, as required, utilizing video and phone conferencing, using reliable internet service
Travel to all locations, as needed
Application Info Interested applicants may submit electronically to the Court’s website, the following documents into
one PDF :
A cover letter explaining your qualifications for this position
An updated resume
Salary history (external applicants only)
Please submit the above required documents to the attention of Ms. Robin A. Newman, Esq., Human Resources Manager via the Court’s Recruitment Database at the following linkon or before April 10, 2026, by 5 p.m.
We are unable to consider applications without the required documents sent as instructed above.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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