Job title: Official Court Reporter
Company: Federal government of the United States
Job description: SummaryThe United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas is a public service organization focused on providing exceptional customer service to the court, members of the legal community and the general public. Currently, we are seeking an innovative and experienced individual to serve as an Official Court Reporter for the U.S. District Court. There are seven offices within the Eastern District of Texas: Beaumont, Lufkin, Marshall, Plano, Sherman, Texarkana, and Tyler.Overview
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Open & closing dates05/05/2025 to 11/05/2025Salary$94,510 – $108,686 per yearPay scale & gradeCR 1 – 4Location1 vacancy in the following location:Beaumont, TXRemote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceExceptedPromotion potential4Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoFinancial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberDEST-12731326-25-NLControl number836456200This job is open toDutiesOfficial Court Reporters must be familiar with and adhere to all requirements of the Court Reporter Management Plan for the district. They work as part of a team of reporters on a regular tour of duty that requires their presence in the courthouse during core working hours of a minimum of eighty (80) hours per period. Extended court hours and occasional travel to cover court proceedings at other divisional offices within the district are occasionally required. Duties include:
- Attend proceedings held before judicial officers in court and in chambers and provide verbatim reporting utilizing own equipment, which must be compatible with the court’s equipment. Knowledge, skill and ability to read back the court record, produce accurate simultaneous transcription utilizing computer-aided translation, and perform well under pressure.
- Produce transcription of proceedings upon request, within strict time limitations, and in compliance with the Judicial Conference’s billing and transcript format requirements. Deliver or mail official transcripts prepared and file with the Clerk of Court original records and a copy of transcripts prepared.
- Respond timely to official correspondence and comply with other administrative duties required of official court reporters. Maintain accurate and legible records that are subject to audits and prepare and file all reports required by the Administrative Office
RequirementsConditions of EmploymentApplicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States. All application information is subject to verification. The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment and will be hired provisionally pending successful completion of the background check. Unsatisfactory results may result in termination of employment. Court employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Federal Judicial Employees. This position is subject to mandatory electronic funds transfer for payroll direct deposit.QualificationsRequired minimum qualifications for level 1: Candidate must possess at least four years of prime court reporting experience in the freelance field of service or in other courts, or a combination thereof; must have passed the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) Examination administered by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or passed an equivalent qualifying examination.For pay levels above level 1, the candidate must meet qualifications for level 1 and the following:Level 2- Must possess a Registered Merit Reporter Certificate from the NCRA.Level 3- Must have successfully completed the Certified Realtime Reporter exam offered by the NCRA or an equivalent exam.Level 4- Must (1) possess a Registered Merit Reporter Certificate from the NCRA and (2) have successfully completed the Certified Realtime Reporter exam offered by the NCRA or equivalent exam.Realtime certification is preferred, however, candidates capable of providing simultaneous reporting who are actively working toward Realtime certification will also be considered.
- Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
Expected salary: $94510 – 108686 per year
Location: Beaumont, TX
Job date: Wed, 07 May 2025 06:16:36 GMT
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