COURT REPORTER

Applications Accepted From:

ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division:

Judicial Operations Reporting Location:

1400

Lubbock Workdays & Hours:

Full-Time and PT30 considered Monday - Friday/8:00 AM - 5:00pm•Subject to Change•

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position is critical to the Municipal Courts Department's Judicial Operations Division and serves as the official recorder and records custodian for trials and appeals under the jurisdiction of the Municipal Courts Department. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity available for you to bring your passion and vibrant resilience to our team of Court Reporters. Duties include, Providing verbatim recordings of court proceedings by means of the stenographer method, manual shorthand, closed microphone recording and/or direct recording at the Court's discretion. Transcribing proceedings into written form to provide official records for the court. Verbally translates portions of the proceedings before the court, jury and/or attorneys upon request. Types court records, correspondence, etc., as designated by the judge. Other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General office setting. Occasional periods of standing, stooping, bending and/or light lifting of materials of up to 10 pounds. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a High School Diploma or

GED. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

No experience is required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Valid Court Reporters Certification licensed by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission (JBCC) of the State of Texas. Must Pass a State and Federal Criminal History Background Check. Must maintain updated licensing / certifications from the

JBCC. PREFERENCES

Preference shall be given to qualified candidates who are proficient in their field, and candidates who have an associate or bachelor's degree. •Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. •

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Candidates must submit to a State/Federal criminal background check.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

NO

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE

19 APPLICATION

PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov . To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832/393-7238). If you need special services or accommodations, please call 832-393-7238(TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627 All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy .