Court Reporter

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS NATURE OF WORK

Under general supervision, performs a variety of court reporting duties on behalf of the Lewis County Superior Court; records various types of court proceedings; prepares court transcripts; and performs other related duties as assigned. The following duties are the fundamental, crucial job duties performed by this position. This is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that may be assigned. Incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned and appropriate for the position. Produces verbatim records of civil, criminal, and/or juvenile court proceedings. Maintains compliance with regulations and standards governing court reporting. Prepares and researches court transcripts. Provides transcripts as requested by litigants, attorneys, judges, and other interested parties. Performs record keeping and/or other duties as assigned by the Judge or Court Administrator. Provides Realtime reporting to the Judge by providing an unedited, electronic version of the verbatim records as it is being taken during the court proceedings.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed in and around courtroom facilities; subject to sitting for extended periods of time, bending, reaching, and light lifting of objects up to 10 pounds.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of a State accredited court reporting school. Washington State CCR License and a Notary Public License are required.

PREFERRED

Two (2) year's court reporting experience.

COMPETENCIES

(Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Behaviors)

Knowledge of:

Court processes and procedures. Principles and practices of court reporting. Regulations and standards governing court reporting. Equipment and computer software relative to court reporting.

Skills in:

Coordinating and performing a variety of highly skilled court reporting functions. Accurately recording various types of court proceedings. Preparing and researching court transcripts. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with court personnel and the general public. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Ability to:

Learn and follow County policies and procedures.

Behaviors:

Regular, reliable attendance. Lewis County is an equal opportunity employer that provides access, free from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by law in employment or provisions of services.