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ProSidian Seeks a Court Transcriptionist [Legal Transcriber] - Court Reporting And Transcription (CTS14) (CONUS: Suffolk, Virginia | Senior Consultant - Full-Time) to support an engagement for 0

This service supports DoD/Military Sector Clients (For Present / Future Requirements) and ProSidian Team Members work as part of a Engagement Team Cadre (Labor Category ) to fulfill BLD - Blended (FFP/T&M) requirements for a provide transcription services for real time and recorded dictation into written form. The job entails listening to audio recordings and typing out what is heard, either in a word processing program or using a stenotype machine. The transcriptionist is usually tasked with ensuring incorrect grammar is cleaned up and corrected prior to submission of a written draft. The Legal Transcriber (Transcriptionist) works along side and/or as a court reporter in a legal setting to document proceedings, testimony, or other events, word-for-word. They use equipment such as stenotype machines, steno masks, video cameras, and audio recorders to generate an official written record of the event, which includes speakers' words, emotions, gestures, and actions. To ensure the official record of a proceeding, court reporters, legal transcriptionists, and stenographers provide a service that enables the legal system to function more smoothly and efficiently.

We aspire to build and enhance an exceptional and diverse team of high-achievers who always put mission and the spirit of service first. This position aligns with functional/technical service requirements and client engagements in the DoD/Military Client Industry Sector - Defense and Military: Services And Solutions That Enable Defense And Military Agencies To Enhance Capabilities, Drive Transformation, Operate Sustainably, And Maintain Mission-Readiness. Court Transcriptionist [Legal Transcriber] - Court Reporting And Transcription (CTS14) Candidates shall work to support requirements for Court Reporting And Transcription Functional Area Services and shall

• Effectively, skillfully, and efficiently operate designated word processing, dictation, and transcription equipment as directed to complete assignments
• Follow log notes and completed worksheet for all assigned recordings, and correctly and in order, identify all speakers
• Understand everything going on in the proceedings, including the reactions and hand gestures of the witnesses, lawyers, plaintiffs, defendants, etc. noticed during the testimony, with the help of log notes provided by the technology court reporter
• Listen to audio files, type the contents into digital documents, or convert them into text format.
• Listen to recordings and transcribe those recordings to text files and ensure the accuracy of the transcribed text
• Maintain personal computer equipment and software, which can include word processing and computer software, references, and other technologies
• Ensure that all equipment is cleaned and in proper working order - if the equipment is not functioning correctly, advise the supervisor in a timely manner
• Maintain strict adherence to client confidentiality according to provider standards and government regulations
• Identify marked exhibits accurately in the transcript; indicate on-record/off-record correctly in the transcript
• Proofreading and correcting draft documents as needed and providing copies of the transcript to the court and involved parties
• Re-listen to audio files while proofreading transcribed transcripts and follow scripts, FAQs, and other training materials
• Provide read-backs/playbacks from our real-time transcript when requested - read aloud or play back portions of the transcript at the judge's request
• Responsible for asking speakers to clarify or repeat themselves to ensure accurate capture of the transcript of events
• Review and correct transcripts for accuracy and completeness
• Transcribe audio and video to create an official court record of proceedings
• Transcribe legal, government, business, and/or academic dictation with absolute accuracy
• Transcribe the detailed report of the legal proceedings by listening to the recorded information
• Complete transcriptions in a timely manner, reviewing grammar, punctuation, and spelling prior to submission
• Create, maintain, and update the online dictionary that their computer software uses to transcribe stenotype machine and steno mask recordings
• Index and catalog exhibits - Create folders, rename files, burn CDs, etc.
• Understand details of client requirements regarding formatting and notation and comply with clients' regulations, policies, and procedures
• Remain familiar with the latest transcription software and recommend upgrades or enhancements if necessary
• Ensure typing skills are honed and remain sharp by completing typing drills regularly
• Expand job-related knowledge and skills to improve performance and adjust to change
• Follow policies and procedures, seeking assistance and clarification to resolve problems
• Help to moderate proceedings, ensuring parties speak clearly, don't talk over each other, and correct any errors or inaccuracies in a timely manner
• Provide digital and printed copies of transcribed documents/transcripts while abiding by format standards for transcription
• Must be able to commit to Monday through Friday Schedule

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least Two (02) Years of full-time, paid reporting experience and some court reporting or similar experience
• A good working knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, spelling, and legal terminology
• Ability to type quickly and accurately while proofreading and working independently and meet deadlines
• Ability to work with a variety of people and personalities with ability to multitask under pressure
• Expected to have good research skills, language skills, computer skills, as well as management skills
• High degree of familiarity with grammar, spelling, and sentence structure
• The Legal Transcriber (Transcriptionist) position requires an extremely reliable, meticulous individual who is responsible for transcribing quality audio and video to create precise transcripts, while also possessing the ability to proofread their own work for complete accuracy
• Demonstrated reporting and writing skills with excellent grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills
• Business Office experience and familiarity with Microsoft Windows operating system
• perfect understanding of legal terminology and a good command over the English language, and pay attention to details
• The candidate needs to have a Good knowledge of the legal system

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• A person intrigued with the criminal justice system, one who has a high level of curiosity and the ability to listen to the actual words spoken and transcribe them accurately
• Able to multi-task and ability to exhibit personal and professional integrity; maintain self-control
• Computer operation experience – minimum of basic Microsoft and desktop computer application skills and usage experience
• Concentration: the legal transcriber (transcriptionist) must be able to concentrate for long periods. They must remain focused on the dialogue they are recording, even in the presence of auditory distractions.
• Detail oriented: the legal transcriber (transcriptionist) must be able to produce error-free work because they create transcripts that serve as legal records.
• Excellent verbal communication, listening, and computer skills
• Experience reporting for a legal audience and experience writing under deadline pressure ability to maintain attention to detail, exhibit personal and professional dependability, exercise appropriate level of independence
• Familiarity with modern software such as zoom and google chrome
• Fluency in English or the preferred language
• Listening skills: the legal transcriber (transcriptionist) s must give their full attention to speakers and capture every word that is said.
• Physical requirements: successful candidate must be able to (with or without accommodation): (1) bend, (2) pull, push, and lift to 20 pounds, (3) reach, (4) walk, (5) stand and sit for extended periods.
• Professional reporting experience and strong writing and analytical skills are required to succeed in this job.
• The ability to be self-motivated and efficiently organize your work
• The ability to exercise discretion and most important, confidentiality
• The ability to present a favorable impression to the public and court personnel; possess a professional demeanor
• The ability to sit for long periods and must have excellent hearing
• The ability to work under pressure and be able to work on a deadline
• The ideal candidate should have excellent listening and typing skills as well as be a self-starter.
• Writing skills. Court reporter s need a good command of grammar, vocabulary, and punctuation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE