Court Reporter, Realtime Steno​/Voice Writing; Part-time

The Fresno Superior Court is now hiring for Voice Writing and Steno Court Reporters Realtime with little to no court reporting experience. Must have a valid Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) License.

Below is the link with information on becoming a Voice Writer and Steno Court Reporter: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./fresnosuperiorcourthr

• $6,250 Hiring Bonus
• $5,625 bonus if retired from Fresno Superior Court
• Up to $52.88 per hour (depending on level/years’ experience)
• 10% differential for National Real-time certification
• 6% differential Local Real-time (in-house testing offered quarterly)
• CSR License Renewal Reimbursement
• Free Onsite secured parking is provided
• $25 Monthly Reimbursement for Yes Law stipend

All application materials must be received in Neo Gov to be considered for review. Incomplete application packets will not be accepted. A resume is required but will not be considered in lieu of a completed application.

Under general supervision, reports verbatim testimony presented at trials and other court hearings, utilizes the real-time program and transcribes and provides typed transcripts pursuant to standards promulgated by statutes, rules, regulations or policies.

Typical tasks:

• Report accurately and verbatim all proceedings in all assigned sessions;
• Provide realtime reporting;
• Read back testimony as requested during court proceedings;
• Prepare and certify official court transcripts of proceedings in accordance with applicable codes, statutes, rules, regulations and policies;
• Maintain reporter notes and transcript files in accordance with applicable codes, rules, regulations and policies;
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Possession of a valid Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) license in the state of California.
• Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License or the ability to travel between Court locations as assigned.
• Possession and knowledge of real-time transcription computer hardware and software and ability to use Computer Aided Transcription (CAT) to provide real-time transcription services.
• No minimum experience required.

• Policies, procedures, statutes and court standards and other legal and administrative requirements governing transcription of court proceedings.
• English language: spelling, grammar, punctuation, legal terminology, medical and other technical terminology required for court proceedings.
• Courtroom procedures and protocol.
• Electronic equipment necessary to complete court transcripts and INDIRECT fundamental knowledge of office equipment including but not limited to office phones, copiers and printers.

• Strong oral and written expression to communicate with judicial officers, attorneys, other court staff, and other entities in the scope of performing duties.
• Comprehend written information and material.
• Hear and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Understand the speech of another person.
• Coordinate movements of the fingers of both hands.
• Make fast and simple repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and wrists.
• Recall information such as words, numbers, and sources.
• Provide transcription of court proceedings.
• Flexibility, demonstrated by a willingness to take on a variety of reporting assignments.
• See typed information at close range.
• Transcribe verbatim testimony presented at trials and other court proceedings and provide realtime reporting.
• Coordinate work processes and results with others including attorneys, judicial officers, court administrators and other Court staff.
• Record shorthand at a minimum of 200 words per minute with 97.5% accuracy, including compliance with all applicable statutes, court rules, policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform duties on site and in any courtroom as assigned.
• Operate necessary equipment such as a stenotype machine or a stenomask.
• Hear acuity to detect loud voices and soft whispers.
• Verbally comprehend and retain court proceedings.
• Travel independently to various court reporting assignments throughout Fresno County based on the operational needs of the Superior…