Court Reporter
McLennan County, Waco, TX, United States
Position Summary
A Certified Shorthand Reporter, under general supervision, makes a verbatim record of court proceedings, produces transcripts, maintains and retrieves files, assists the public and performs general secretarial duties.
Essential Functions ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Must comply with the Code of Ethics and Chapter 52 of the Government Code
Machine Shorthand verbatim record of all court proceedings
Transcribe all court records on appeal in accordance with Uniform Format Manual and appellate guidelines
E-file all appellate records with the courts of appeals
Provide written transcripts of all proceedings upon request
Planning and scheduling related to court reporting transcript deadlines
Maintain accurate court proceedings log
Preserve shorthand notes for future reference, per statutory guidelines
Mark and retain all exhibits introduced in court proceedingsand later file with the county clerk and/or Sheriff’s Department
Secretarial and clerical work for the Court
Schedule a Certified Shorthand Reporter to serve in your absence
Regular attendance and timeliness is required
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
Minimum Requirements Education
High School Diploma or GED
Successful completion of Certified Shorthand Reporting Program
Skills ~ Experience Required
Valid Texas Driver License (Class C)
Notary Public License
Must be a State of Texas Certified Shorthand Reporter (certification must be renewed every two years)
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe
Must have good public communication skills and patience for telephone calls and in-person inquiries
Preferred
Two or more years’ experience in court reporting operations
Registered Shorthand Reporter
Real time a plus
Member of TCRA and/or NCRA a plus
Disclaimer McLennan County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications in the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.
All Employees
Must be committed to achieving excellence in assigned duties, always in service of the county and community
Must have ability to earn and keep the trust of fellow employees and the community at large
Must be approachable and ready to help fellow employees and the general public
Supplemental Information Environmental Factors Works primarily indoors in well-lighted, air-conditioned environment. Frequent contact with the public and other County employees
Physical Demand Requirements Continuous sitting while making court records, typing, answering telephone, computer work, and transcribing. Fine dexterity needed to operate shorthand machine, typewriter, and computer
Hours / Special Conditions 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., dependent on the needs of the office. May be required to work after 5:00 p.m. during trials or at other times necessary to conclude hearings
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Essential Functions ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Must comply with the Code of Ethics and Chapter 52 of the Government Code
Machine Shorthand verbatim record of all court proceedings
Transcribe all court records on appeal in accordance with Uniform Format Manual and appellate guidelines
E-file all appellate records with the courts of appeals
Provide written transcripts of all proceedings upon request
Planning and scheduling related to court reporting transcript deadlines
Maintain accurate court proceedings log
Preserve shorthand notes for future reference, per statutory guidelines
Mark and retain all exhibits introduced in court proceedingsand later file with the county clerk and/or Sheriff’s Department
Secretarial and clerical work for the Court
Schedule a Certified Shorthand Reporter to serve in your absence
Regular attendance and timeliness is required
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
Minimum Requirements Education
High School Diploma or GED
Successful completion of Certified Shorthand Reporting Program
Skills ~ Experience Required
Valid Texas Driver License (Class C)
Notary Public License
Must be a State of Texas Certified Shorthand Reporter (certification must be renewed every two years)
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe
Must have good public communication skills and patience for telephone calls and in-person inquiries
Preferred
Two or more years’ experience in court reporting operations
Registered Shorthand Reporter
Real time a plus
Member of TCRA and/or NCRA a plus
Disclaimer McLennan County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications in the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.
All Employees
Must be committed to achieving excellence in assigned duties, always in service of the county and community
Must have ability to earn and keep the trust of fellow employees and the community at large
Must be approachable and ready to help fellow employees and the general public
Supplemental Information Environmental Factors Works primarily indoors in well-lighted, air-conditioned environment. Frequent contact with the public and other County employees
Physical Demand Requirements Continuous sitting while making court records, typing, answering telephone, computer work, and transcribing. Fine dexterity needed to operate shorthand machine, typewriter, and computer
Hours / Special Conditions 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., dependent on the needs of the office. May be required to work after 5:00 p.m. during trials or at other times necessary to conclude hearings
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