Court Reporter

Court Reporter Bucks County Court of Common Pleas Doylestown, PA Job Details Full-time $104,166 - $111,820 a year 3 days ago Benefits Free parking Wellness program Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Microsoft Word Record keeping Court reporting Report writing Microsoft Excel Audio transcription Writing skills Filing English Mid-level High school diploma or GED Certified Court Reporter Financial record maintenance Equipment maintenance Grammar Experience Medical terminology 2 years Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Court Reporter to join our legal team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for accurately capturing spoken proceedings, ensuring precise documentation of court hearings, depositions, and other legal events. Record verbatim testimony in courtroom proceedings using a stenotype machine and computer-aided transcription software. Accurately transcribe verbatim testimony of civil, criminal, orphans' court and other miscellaneous proceedings and prepare a complete and accurate transcript of such proceedings as requested. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where precision, organization, and professionalism are paramount. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for accuracy, excellent writing skills, and a proactive approach to legal documentation.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Must possess active RPR certification or equivalent, real-time-writing capability. The reporter is required to be on the most-current version of editing software to enable setting up a real-time session in the courtroom and providing the same to the Court. Certify the accuracy of transcriptions. Be capable, when called upon, to read from stenographic notes. File and answer correspondence in a timely fashion using Microsoft Word. Produce accurate and timely reports for the Chief Court Reporter. Maintain accurate financial records, files, and schedules for all court proceedings and be able to produce them when called upon to do so. Must have proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Perform other duties as assigned. Ensure confidentiality of sensitive information while managing multiple cases efficiently.

Qualifications Required:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited court reporting school with certificate/degree that applicant takes verbatim dictation at 180 wpm (literary); 200 wpm (jury charge); and 225 wpm (Q & A). These are the minimum standards for the RPR exam. •Preference given to candidates with RPR and CRR certifications. In-house testing is required of all candidates. Excellent English grammar and punctuation skills and extensive knowledge of legal and medical terminology. Minimum of two years court-reporting experience including real-time. Reporter to own computer-aided stenotype machine, laptop computer and CAT software. Must maintain all equipment in excellent working order and keep said equipment and software up to date during tenure of employment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and others encountered during the course of work.

Pay:

$104,166.00 - $111,820.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Wellness program

Work Location:

In person