Job Details for Official Court Reporter - Realtime Proficient
| Court Name/Organization: | New York Eastern District Court |
| Overview of the Position: | The U.S. District Court are recruiting for an Official Court Reporter position at the Brooklyn, NY courthouse. Official Court Reporters report directly to the Clerk of Court and Chief Deputy Clerk. In addition to the current vacancies, an eligibility list of qualified candidates will be developed from this recruitment to fill potential future vacancies. Up to two positions may be filled. |
| Location: | Brooklyn, NY |
| Opening and Closing Dates: | 03/08/2024 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type: | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade: | CR Level 1-4 |
| Salary: | $108,949 - $125,292 |
| Link to Court Careers Information: | https://www.nyed.uscourts.gov/employment |
| Announcement Number: | 24-10 |
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Position Description
Official Court Reporters performs court reporting services for any judicial proceeding as may be required. The position requires the ability to record verbatim testimony of courtroom proceedings and maintain accurate, legible records which are subject to audits and read back all or any portions of the court records. In addition, court reporters must possess the knowledge, skill and ability to produce accurate, simultaneous real-time translation utilizing computer-aided transcription equipment. At the request of a party or the court the reporter provides transcripts within time frames and cost requirements established by the Judicial Conference of the United States; certifies and files original records and copies of transcripts prepared as required. The Court Reporter is responsible for determining that billing and formats comply with Judicial Conference requirements. Court Reporters are also required to work well under pressure, work extended court and transcription production hours within strict time limitations, and work as part of a team of reporters for the judges of the U.S. District Court.
Qualification
Required Minimum Qualifications: At least four years of prime stenographic CAT court reporting experience in the freelance field of service, in other courts or a combination thereof; qualified by testing for listing on the Registry of Professional Reporters (RPR) of the National Court Reporters Association or passed an equivalent qualifying examination that certifies 180 wpm literary, 200 wpm jury charge and 225 wpm testimony. Proficient provision of Realtime reporting required. Use of Windows, Internet Explorer and Case Catalyst or Eclipse software required. Must have the ability to handle a fast pace and heavy workload with quick turnaround of transcripts. The successful applicant must provide all necessary equipment and software. Strong interpersonal Skills; maturity; responsibility; poise; ability to work harmoniously with others and possess effective oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications: Successful completion of a Certified Realtime Reporter Examination offered by the National Court Reporters Association, or an equivalent qualifying examination is strongly preferred.
Benefits
Benefits include participation in the Federal Employees’ Retirement System which contributes to the Social Security Retirement Program, Federal Employees’ Health Benefits, Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance, Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401k plan with employer matching contributions), paid holidays, annual/sick leave accrual, fitness membership and childcare center (fee applies) and other benefits. An overview of Federal Judiciary benefits is accessible at: https://www.uscourts.gov/careers/benefits
How To Apply
The U.S. District Court falls within the Judicial Branch of the U.S. Government. Judiciary employees serve under “Excepted Appointment” and are considered “At-Will” employees. Federal Civil Service rules do not apply. As such, employment may be terminated by either the employer or the employee with or without cause.
Qualified candidates must submit all of the following documents in one Adobe (.pdf) document to https://edny.app.box.com/f/c253f98bf8ba4a8dbe56d36321b64cd4
- Letter of interest
- Resume
- A copy of RPR and any other certifications relevant to this position
- An Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (AO-78). The AO-78 Form is available on the U.S. Courts website. (Do not complete questions 18-20, see last paragraph.)
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.