Court Researcher Jobs (NOW HIRING)

SUMMARY SALARY: $76,895.76 (annual salary of $73,232.76 plus competitive area differential pay of $3,663) The essential function of the position within the organization is to stenographically record court proceedings and produce transcripts. The position is responsible for recording court proceedings, performing research, proofreading and editing recorded proceedings to produce transcripts, and assisting with training of other departmental personnel. The position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences

ESSENTIAL DUTIES Work under the supervision of the Director of Administrative Services Record court proceedings by utilizing specialized equipment (i.e. stenograph machines, laptops, recorders) Read back segments of court proceedings using various methods of court reporting technologies including stenographic notes, real-time translation via computer, or voice writing technology Transcribe and edit stenographic, real-time and voice writing notes to transcript form in compliance with applicable standards, regulations and statutes Proofread transcripts and researching information as necessary to ensure accuracy of information Archive digital notes and dockets; maintains, updates and edits personal dictionary, and maintains accurate logs of each day's proceedings Assists with training of other departmental personnel as needed Travels to five courthouses located in Palm Beach County: Criminal Justice Complex, Main Judicial Complex, North County Courthouse, South County Courthouse or West County Courthouse The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Associate's degree or the equivalent of two years of college or vocational school education in computer operations, medical/legal terminology, court reporting, paralegal or a closely related field

Four years of related experience; including two years of courtroom court reporting experience. Registered Professional Reporter or higher (i.e. Certified Real Time Reporter, Florida Professional Reporter) Relevant experience and/or education may substitute for the recommended minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the Florida State Courts system. Knowledge of legal, medical, scientific and technological terminology. Knowledge of transcript formatting rules.

Knowledge of court reporting methods including (but not limited to) shorthand, stenography, computer-aided transcription, real-time court reporting, audio tape recording and digital audio recording. Ability to handle machines, tools, equipment or work aids involving moderate latitude for judgment regarding attainment of a standard or in selecting appropriate items. Ability to type accurately and pay attention to detail.

Ability to use Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other court personnel and outside agencies, legal professionals, litigants, and the general public

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION During the Application Process please upload the following ATTACHMENTS if applicable: Proof of education Proof of certifications/licenses NOTICE: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will continue to be received until the position is filled. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview.

Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on any of the protected classes.

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in the interviewing process once selected, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, Palm Beach County Courthouse, 205 North Dixie Highway West Palm Beach, Florida 33401; telephone number (561) 355-4380 at least 7 days before your scheduled either in-person or telephonic interview; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call "711.".