District Court Reporter - District 1
State of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, United States
Introduction
Applications are now being accepted for a full-time District Court Reporter. The selected candidate will provide floating court reporter coverage for the First Judicial District, which includes Milwaukee County. This position is available starting April 2026.
Position Summary LOCATION:
Milwaukee, WI
SALARY:
Competitive annual salary in the range of $52,124 to $72,259 along with transcript fee income and a State of Wisconsin benefits package. Salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Qualifications Stenographer/Voice Writer Court Reporter Requirements:
Graduation from a court reporting school approved by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or the National Verbatim Reporters Association (NVRA)
Successful completion of the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) examination administered by the NCRA
Successful completion of the Certified Verbatim Reporter (CVR) examination administered by the NVRA
Digital Court Reporter Requirements:
Training and/or experience in legal terminology and procedures
Courses and/or experience in legal/court administrative and recordkeeping practices (paralegal, legal secretary)
Demonstrated English grammar, spelling, composition and punctuation skills
Experience in a court or legal setting
Ability to operate digital audio recording equipment, produce a recording suitable for transcription and transcribe the record
Preferred:
Certified Electronic Reporter and Transcriber certification from the American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (or equivalent)
Work experience as a digital court reporter
Special Requirements Employment will require a criminal background check. The Wisconsin Court System does not sponsor work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire.
How to Apply Please Submit a Cover Letter Indicating Your Preference To Be Considered For a Stenographer, Voice Writer Or Digital Court Reporter, Your Current Resume, And List Of References To
Tracy Klappenbach Manager of Court Reporting Services 901 N. 9th St. Rm 609 Milwaukee, WI 53233
Email:
Tracy.Klappenbach@wicourts.gov
Contact Tracy Klappenbach, Manager of Court Reporting Services, at (414) 278-3995 with questions.
Deadline to Apply In order to be assured consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 PM on April 22, 2026. The Wisconsin Court System will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants who request them. For additional information on the courts system visit our website at www.wicourts.gov.
Notice Upon request, all prospective employees can obtain a copy of the Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.
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Position Summary LOCATION:
Milwaukee, WI
SALARY:
Competitive annual salary in the range of $52,124 to $72,259 along with transcript fee income and a State of Wisconsin benefits package. Salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Qualifications Stenographer/Voice Writer Court Reporter Requirements:
Graduation from a court reporting school approved by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or the National Verbatim Reporters Association (NVRA)
Successful completion of the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) examination administered by the NCRA
Successful completion of the Certified Verbatim Reporter (CVR) examination administered by the NVRA
Digital Court Reporter Requirements:
Training and/or experience in legal terminology and procedures
Courses and/or experience in legal/court administrative and recordkeeping practices (paralegal, legal secretary)
Demonstrated English grammar, spelling, composition and punctuation skills
Experience in a court or legal setting
Ability to operate digital audio recording equipment, produce a recording suitable for transcription and transcribe the record
Preferred:
Certified Electronic Reporter and Transcriber certification from the American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (or equivalent)
Work experience as a digital court reporter
Special Requirements Employment will require a criminal background check. The Wisconsin Court System does not sponsor work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire.
How to Apply Please Submit a Cover Letter Indicating Your Preference To Be Considered For a Stenographer, Voice Writer Or Digital Court Reporter, Your Current Resume, And List Of References To
Tracy Klappenbach Manager of Court Reporting Services 901 N. 9th St. Rm 609 Milwaukee, WI 53233
Email:
Tracy.Klappenbach@wicourts.gov
Contact Tracy Klappenbach, Manager of Court Reporting Services, at (414) 278-3995 with questions.
Deadline to Apply In order to be assured consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 PM on April 22, 2026. The Wisconsin Court System will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants who request them. For additional information on the courts system visit our website at www.wicourts.gov.
Notice Upon request, all prospective employees can obtain a copy of the Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.
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