Court Reporter or Computer-Assisted Court Recorder

Court Reporter - $2,000 New Hire Incentive & Eligible for Reimbursement of Interview and Moving Expenses

or

Computer-Assisted Court Recorder

Job
Agency:
Unified Judicial System, Sixth Judicial Circuit

Location:

Pierre, SD
Salary:
Court Reporter $28.37 to $29.79 per hour at a minimum, depending on experience, or Computer Assisted Court Recorder $21.63 per hour
Closing date: 02/16/2026

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The Unified Judicial System (UJS) is dedicated to providing a fair, impartial, and accessible court system that upholds the rule of law and is worthy of the public's trust and confidence. Our vision is justice for all.

Our employees are our most valuable resource and crucial to accomplishing our mission. We seek talented and motivated individuals to be the face of the court system and help ensure that the Court and all the people that come before it receives the highest level of service. Our dedicated staff work to enhance community safety and ensure victims' rights while treating all individuals with dignity and respect.

The UJS offers a comprehensive benefits package consisting of 11-13 paid holidays every year, extensive sick and vacation leave, paid family leave, military training leave, health and flexible benefits, regular working hours, continuing education opportunities, retirement benefits, a great working environment, and more.

The Unified Judicial System seeks to hire a Court Reporter or Computer Assisted Court Recorder, depending on the applicant's qualifications.

• Report, transcribe, and serve as the guardian of the verbatim stenographic record of official court proceedings.
• Use computer assisted digital audio recording systems to record judicial proceedings in magistrate or circuit courts.
• Set up portable and fixed equipment, test it before each hearing, and operate it during proceedings, including marking testimony and retrieving it for playback.
• Maintain an inventory of recorded cases and cooperate with UJS IT to manage recordings and copy to other mediums.
• Prepare transcripts of testimony when requested to provide administrative support for judges.

• Graduation from an accredited or non-accredited court reporting school with a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certification.
• Ability to type 225 words per minute with 95% accuracy.
• South Dakota Notary Public required to swear in witnesses in the courtroom.
• No prior experience required.
• Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is required.
• 5% salary increase after successful completion of CRR (Certified Real-time Reporter) certification.
• Publications of fee schedule for transcript preparation and copying.

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate.
• Three years of experience in an office setting or an equivalent combination of related education and experience; experience in a court environment is preferred.
• Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is required.

• Knowledge of courtroom procedures, standards, ethics, legal terminology and processes, producing courtroom transcripts, English language, and court reporter equipment.
• Ability to shorthand at least 225 wpm with 95% accuracy, stay up-to-date on terminology, troubleshoot computer issues, maintain confidentiality, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively.

• Knowledge of courtroom procedures, legal systems, word processing, computer programs including Microsoft Word, Schedule Plus, Excel, and general office procedures.
• Skill in typing, operating word processing equipment, and using transcription equipment.
• Ability to use analytical skills with equipment and computers, provide accurate work, work in confidential settings, prioritize assignments, understand and proofread technical/legal materials, troubleshoot equipment, maintain confidentiality, meet timelines, schedule proceedings, and communicate effectively.

The State of South Dakota, Unified Judicial System does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The Unified Judicial System will use E‑Verify upon hire.

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Unified Judicial System
500 East Capitol Avenue
Pierre, SD
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