Electronic Court Reporter position is exempt from Merit System

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Listen to court proceedings through a headset as they are being recorded on a multi-channel digital or analog recording system to ensure that the testimony, judicial officer's decision and sentencing are accurately captured.
• Manually or electronically log information and events such as the date, name of presiding judicial officer, legal counsel, case name and number, opening statements, witnesses names, direct and cross examinations and summations as they are recorded so that events can be located for reference purposes.
• Test audio and ancillary equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Set up and break down audio recording and related equipment for recording office conferences and proceedings outside of the courtroom.
• Assist staff in locating information such as case dispositions using log notes, notations and recordings.
• Restock supplies such as CDs, blank tapes and log sheets.
• May provide Court with files, records and similar information during court proceedings; and mark and preserve exhibits.
• Use automated information systems such as civil and criminal case management systems to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve, inquire or report on data.

This is the first level in the series.

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• Six months experience in setting up and operating audio recording equipment.
• Six months experience in applying laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
• Six months experience in record keeping.

Criminal background check: a satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.

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