Through the use of an electronic recording system, records all spoken words during court proceedings including but not limited to testimony, opening/closing remarks of counsel, the Court, Orders and sidebar conferences. Prepares court orders and/or transcripts from the verbatim recordings as requested. Swear in witnesses, mark exhibits as directed by the Court.

1. Maintains recording equipment; checking system to ensure proper functioning.

2. Point of contact for any recording equipment issues with County I.T. Department.

3. Maintains records and recordings, mark and secure all exhibits.

4. Maintain daily log sheets of all recorded proceedings. Backup all recordings for proper retention of records under the State guidelines.

5. Transcribes testimony of court proceedings including trials, hearings, conferences or any other court related event as directed by Court Administration or the Court.

6. Interrupts when necessary to ensure accuracy and completeness of the record; plays back portions of proceedings if requested.

7. Maintains a log of all parties, attorneys and persons at court events noting all occurrences such as unusual terms, names, objections, examination of witnesses and orders entered.

8. Must get correct spelling of names, terminology or any other specific details or testimony that is part of the recorded proceedings.

9. Process transcript requests and make copies of log notes and recordings as directed; transcribes recordings only as directed. Transcripts must be completed per Civil Rule 4011.

10. Maintains record of transcript requests, status of request up to and including filing in the appropriate filing office and service to party(s).

11. Generates Court orders as directed arising out of any Court proceeding.

12. Performs other job-related duties as assigned including but not limited to answering phones, making copies, responding to inquiries and requests of Court records, scanning/emailing upon request.

13. Assist other Court Reporters and Court Staff as needed.

Columbia County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.19 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person