Official Court Reporter Job San Bernardino area,California USA,Law/Legal

Position Overview

Join our team as an OFFICIAL COURT REPORTER at the Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino! Are you an experienced stenographer or voice writer looking to start or advance your career in this field? We are seeking dedicated Official Court Reporters to be part of our dynamic and collaborative team.

As an Official Court Reporter with the San Bernardino Superior Court you will:

Be Mentored by Expertise:
Work under the guidance of the deputy director of operations, an experienced court reporter, and a supportive leadership team.
Comprehensive Onboarding & Training:
Benefit from a thorough onboarding process and training program designed to help you thrive in your role.
Collaborative Environment:
Join a welcoming team of court reporters who are committed to supporting you every step of the way.
Competitive Compensation:
Enjoy a robust compensation package, valued at up to $184,880, including salary and benefits.

This recruitment may close at any time based on the needs of the court, and interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.

About the Position

Under general supervision and in accordance with applicable code sections, reports and transcribes verbatim stenographic record of official court proceedings, prepares and certifies transcripts and reads aloud recorded proceedings at the direction of the court; and performs related duties as assigned. Official Court Reporters are employees of the San Bernardino County Superior Court and are responsible for the accurate verbatim reporting and transcription of official court proceedings.

The Official Court Reporter is responsible for providing his/her own stenographic/computer equipment or voice writing equipment, software, and other materials per Government Code Section 70313 and preparing transcripts in accordance with applicable Government Codes, Rules of Court and Statutes. Government Code Section 69950 authorizes Official Court Reporters to charge, as independent contractors, a standard fee for transcription. Official Court Reporters are typically assigned to a particular court district or division and scheduled in a courtroom and may be assigned to any courtroom to meet the needs of the court.

They may also be required to change assignments on short notice or work temporary assignments at other courthouses throughout the County of San Bernardino.

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Essential Functions

Records verbatim testimony and court proceedings using stenographic equipment or voice writing equipment, computer-aided transcription equipment and real-time software; asks judge and other speakers for clarification of testimony, instructions, orders or actions when necessary to ensure accuracy.

Reports all case type proceedings including but not limited to civil, family law, delinquency, dependency, probate and criminal, including death penalty matters.

Transports, sets up and maintains

RI personal court reporting equipment at the designated work location; researches medical, legal and technical terminology as well as case citations and related information; develops and modifies custom software dictionaries; maintains court reporting, transcription and archival equipment.

Receives and processes transcript requests, estimates cost, and prepares and produces transcripts and copies of transcripts in a timely manner as required by applicable code sections, Rules of Court, and statutes for the requesting parties; produces and certifies formal, written transcripts of court proceedings; prepares daily transcripts as needed; archives electronic notes on a court electronic storage system. May provide Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services.

Maintains a variety Called electronic and paper files; organizes and ensures the security of official records.

Responds to phone calls, electronic mail and personal inquiries for services.

Provides court reporter services in other courtrooms countywide when a regularly assigned court is not in session.

Prepares and coordinates a variety of work reports and records and attends meetings as required.

Reviews and edits testimony prior to requested read-back to jurors.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a recognized training course in court reporting or an associate degree in court reporting, resulting in certification and licensure by State of California Certified Shorthand Reporters Board.

Upon in-house Realtime Reporting Certification, incumbents will receive a three percent (3%) pay differential (on base salary only). Incumbents holding National Realtime Certification will receive six percent (6%) pay differential (on base salary only).

A valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the court's vehicle insurance program.
Current license in good standing issued by the State of California, Department of Consumers Affairs Certified Shorthand Reporters Board.
Realtime certification is…


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