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
Machine 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 shorthand machine, and computer

HOURS / SPECIAL CONDITIONS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., dependent on the needs of the office

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