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CMT Services Inc

Court Reporter

Upper Marlboro, MD · On-site

We are currently seeking an experienced Official Court Reporter to join our team in providing accurate and timely verbatim records of all court proceedings, trials, and hearings. The ideal candidate ...

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Court Reporter

Largo, MD · On-site

We are currently seeking an experienced Official Court Reporter to join our team in providing accurate and timely verbatim records of all court proceedings, trials, and hearings. The ideal candidate ...

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As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level official court reporter in the United States is $80,550.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectEntry Level Official Court ReporterFreelance Court Reporter
CredentialsCertification from state court reporting board, licensingCertification preferred, but less regulated
Work EnvironmentGovernment courtrooms, official proceedingsVarious venues, including depositions and private cases
Employer/Industry UsageCourts, government agenciesLegal firms, private clients, agencies

Entry Level Official Court Reporters typically work in courtrooms for government agencies, requiring official certification. Freelance Court Reporters operate independently, providing services for depositions and private cases, often with more flexible schedules. Both roles require strong transcription skills and certification, but their work settings and employment structures differ significantly.

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Official Court Reporter - Oneida Br 02

Official Court Reporter - Oneida Br 02

State of Wisconsin

Rhinelander, WI • On-site

$52K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

State Of Wisconsin rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 127 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 50 rated states

Job description

Introduction
The Ninth Judicial District, Oneida County Circuit Court Br 2, seeks candidates for the position of full-time Official Court Reporter. Interested applicants will be presented to the Honorable Judge Mary Sowinski for consideration. This position will be available August 23.
Position Summary
LOCATION: Rhinelander, WI
SALARY: Competitive annual salary in the range of $52,124.80 to $72,259.20 along with transcript fee income and a State of Wisconsin benefits package. Salary will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.
Qualifications
Stenographer/Voice Writer Court Reporter Requirements: Candidates must meet one of three minimum professional standards to be considered eligible for hire: (1) Graduation from a court reporting school approved by either the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or the National Verbatim Reporters Association (NVRA), or (2) Successful completion of the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) examination administered by the NCRA, or (3) Successful completion of the Certified Verbatim Reporter (CVR) examination administered by the NVRA.
Digital Court Reporter Requirements: (1) Training and/or experience in legal terminology and procedures; (2) Courses and/or experience in legal/court administrative and recordkeeping practices (paralegal, legal secretary); (3) Demonstrated English grammar, spelling, composition and punctuation skills; (4) Experience in a court or legal setting; (5) Ability to operate digital audio recording equipment, produce a recording suitable for transcription and transcribe the record. Preferred: (1) Certified Electronic Reporter and Transcriber certification from the American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (or equivalent); (2) Work experience as a digital court reporter.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employment will require a criminal background check. The Wisconsin Court System does not sponsor work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire.
How To Apply
Please submit a cover letter indicating your preference to be considered for a Stenographer/Voice Writer or Digital Court Reporter, your current resume, and list of references to:
Sandra La Du
Ninth District Court Administrator
2100 Stewart Ave Ste. 310
Wausau, WI 54401
Email: Sandra.LaDu@WIcourts.gov
Contact Sandra La Du at (715) 842-3872 with questions.
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted until filled. The Wisconsin Court System will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants who request them. For additional information on the courts system visit our website at www.wicourts.gov.

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