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.
- Must comply with the Code of Ethics and Chapter 52 of the Government Code
- 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
- Prepare jury charges
- Provide written transcripts of all proceedings upon request
- Planning and scheduling related to court reporting transcript deadlines
- Maintain accurate court proceedings log
- Capture spoken dialogue with specialized equipment, including stenography machines, video and audio recording devices, and covered microphones
- Report speakers’ identification
- Read or play back all or a portion of the proceedings upon request from the judge
- Ask speakers to clarify inaudible or unclear statements or testimony
- Provides copies of transcripts and recordings to the courts, counsels, and parties involved
- Preserve shorthand notes for future reference, per statutory guidelines
- Mark and retain all exhibits introduced in court proceedings and later file with the district clerk and/or Sheriff’s Department
- Schedule a Certified Shorthand Reporter to serve in your absence
- Regular attendance and timeliness are 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.
EDUCATION:Required: - High School Diploma or GED
- Successful completion of Certified Shorthand Reporting Program
SKILLS ~ EXPERIENCE:Required:- Valid Texas Driver License (Class C)
- Must be a State of Texas Certified Shorthand Reporter (certification must be renewed every two years)
- 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
- Real-time reporting capabilities
- Registered Professional Reporter
- Member of TCRA and/or NCRA
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, answering telephone, computer work, and transcribing. Fine dexterity needed to operate stenography equipment, and computer
HOURS / SPECIAL CONDITIONS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., dependent on the needs of the office
