Court Reporter jobs in California
Court Reporter documents court proceedings by using a stenotype machine. May require completion of a 2-4 year training program at a vocational school. Being a Court Reporter has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Additionally, Court Reporter works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Court Reporter
- Sacramento Superior Court
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Court wide (Various Court locations), CA
FULL_TIME
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This is a continuous Court wide recruitment intended to fill Court Reporter positions used throughout multiple Court locations and will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future vacancies.
Under general supervision, to provide the verbatim official record of all testimony and activity in cases heard before the Superior Court and to perform related duties as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This class is responsible for making verbatim official records of court proceedings in machine shorthand and providing readback of all or portions of the record upon request.Note: The following duties are performed by most incumbents, but other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual.
1. Attends court sessions as assigned and makes verbatim official records of the
proceedings, often of a technical nature and at a high rate of speed.
2. Provides immediate readback of all or portions of the record upon request.
3. Prepares, or has prepared, transcripts of proceedings upon request; certifies the accuracy of court transcripts; files official transcripts.
4. Researches as necessary to verify case citations, spellings of legal, medical, and other specialized terms used in the case.
5. Prepares indices of witnesses and exhibits.
6. Operates a variety of office equipment, including transcription machines, computer terminals, printers and related equipment.
7. Responds to requests and inquiries from courtroom proceedings participants.A typical way of obtaining the required knowledge and abilities is equivalent to:
Must be certified by the State of California as a Certified Shorthand Reporter.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of court reporting; clerical and legal record keeping practices and procedures; legal terminology of court work and legal process forms; California statutes relating to court procedures such as, Code of Civil Procedure, Probate Code, Welfare and Institutions Code, California Rules of Court; statutes relating to court reporting services; basic legal, medical, and other technical terminology required in court proceedings; proper English usage, spelling, grammar, vocabulary and punctuation.
Ability to:
Operate stenotype machine to record all court proceedings and prepare an accurate and complete official written record; understand, explain, and apply legal terminology, codes and procedures; exercise judgment in applying policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relations with judges, attorneys, and court staff; respond professionally and courteously to the bar and the public; maintain confidential information where standards require; effectively communicate orally and in writing; organize and set priorities; work under pressure to produce accurate work under deadline; work independently in a courtroom environment.
Incumbent must be able to pass a criminal history background check. Court reporters may be eligible for Real Time Differential pay as detailed in the Memorandum of Understanding between the Court and United Public Employees (UPE). Non-certified Real Time Court Reporters and Court Reporter Pro Tem who provide Real Time services to the Court will receive a 5% pay differential for each pay period in which Real Time services are provided. Court Reporters who hold a current National Court Reporters Association’s Certified Real Time Reporter (CRR) certification in good standing shall receive a 10% pay differential for providing Real Time services.
Typical Physical Requirements
Hear and distinguish words of various tones and volumes; manual dexterity to operate and maintain court reporting equipment; sit and maintain sustained high-speed reporting for long periods of time; lift and move court reporting equipment of approximately 20-25 lbs. from place to place. - 21 Days Ago
Court Reporter
- Marin County Superior Court
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San Rafael, CA
FULL_TIME
- Hiring Bonuses! $10,000 at time of hire, $5,000 after year 1, $5,000 after year 2, and $5,000 after year 3! DEFINITION Under general supervision this specialized clerical level position records and tr...
- 23 Days Ago
Court Reporter
- Madera Superior Court
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Madera, CA
FULL_TIME
- SUPERIOR COURT COUNTY OF MADERA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA ANNOUNCEMENT OF EXAMINATION COURT REPORTER Monthly Salary: $6,811 - $8,280* Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled The Madera County Superior Court i...
- 13 Days Ago
Court Reporter
- Humboldt Superior Court
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Eureka, CA
FULL_TIME
- Position Summary: Under general supervision, records verbatim stenographic notes and accounts of court proceedings; transcribes such notes as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This is a journe...
- 25 Days Ago
Court Reporter
- Placer County Superior Court
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Roseville, CA
FULL_TIME
- The Court Reporter plays a vital part in the judicial process. Accuracy is imperative, as transcripts produced by court reporters are utilized as the official record, by court users and justice partne...
- 26 Days Ago
Court Reporter
- Superior Court of California, County of Riverside
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Riverside, CA
FULL_TIME
- If you are looking for rewarding work or to build a successful career in the judiciary, the Riverside Superior Court has a place for you!We have an opportunity for a Court Reporter. We are seeking qua...
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- Madera Superior Court
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- Placer County Superior Court
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Roseville, CA
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- Hays County, TX
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San Marcos, TX
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- Ladgov Corporation
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Addison, TX
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- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Court Reporter
- Infojini Inc
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Jefferson, OH
- Position Title- Court Reporter Location- Columbus, Ohio 43004 Duration- 6+ month contract Pay:- $34/hr The Court Reporte...
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Court Reporter
- State of Missouri
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Hillsboro, MO
- Court Reporter A position with the Missouri Judiciary provides you the opportunity to work with a variety of exceptional...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Court Reporter
- The Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County
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Phoenix, AZ
- Posting Date 08/29/23 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Pay Range Pay Range Min 1st Quartile Mid Max $32.20 - $35.2...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About California
California is a state in the Pacific Region of the United States. With 39.6 million residents, California is the most populous U.S. state and the third-largest by area. The state capital is Sacramento. The Greater Los Angeles Area and the San Francisco Bay Area are the nation's second and fifth most populous urban regions, with 18.7 million and 9.7 million residents respectively. Los Angeles is California's most populous city, and the country's second most populous, after New York City. California also has the nation's most populous county, Los Angeles County, and its largest county by area, S...
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Income Estimation for Court Reporter jobs
$49,977 to $90,661
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What does a Court Reporter do?
Court Reporter in Nashville, TN
English Stenographer (State Legal Service Authority).
October 27, 2019
Court Reporter in Santa Fe, NM
Stenographers are important because they create the official court documents that are used in future legal proceedings and adjudication.
December 23, 2019
Court Reporter in New Suffolk, NY
Many states require a court reporter to hold a certification obtained through the National Court Reporters Association or the National Verbatim Reporters Association, although some require their own state-specific certification.
December 28, 2019