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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Court Reporter (D1 Location TBD) in Waterloo, Iowa
Court Reporter (D1 Location TBD)
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Court Reporter (D1 Location TBD)
Salary
$59,321.60 - $96,803.20 Annually
Location
Waterloo - 50701 - Black Hawk County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
24-04140
Agency
444 Judicial
Opening Date
06/05/2024
Closing Date
9/3/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-DNP
Point of Contact
Lena.Heit@iowacourts.gov
To Apply
Candidates will need to complete the NEOGOV application and attach cover letter and resume. All final candidates are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.
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Job Description
The 1st Judicial District of Iowa has an immediate opening for a Court Reporter.
The starting salary for new State of Iowa Judicial employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The pay range is $28.52 to $46.54/hour.
Court Reporter positions are under the direction and supervision of the District Court Administrator as the Chief Judge’s designee and can be assigned to report on proceedings with any judge in any county in the 1st Judicial District.
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P
To Apply: Candidates will need to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.
Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.
To be successful in this position you will need to have the following:
Excellent communication skills
Strong computer applications and skills including video conferencing (GTM/Zoom) including 10 key experience.
The ability to adapt to situations with court personnel and the public
Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service
Critical thinking skills
The ability to maintain confidentiality
Detailed oriented
Under the direct supervision of the Assistant District Court Administrator, candidates will have the desire to learn the complexities of our court case processing system using our statewide Electronic Document Management System (EDMS). This position may occasionally involve travel to other counties in the district.
Job Duties include but not limited to:
Captures court testimony and proceedings with stenography machine.
Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request.
Prepares transcripts, performs general office work.
Marks and records exhibit during court proceedings.
Performs related work as determined by Judge, Chief Judge, or designee.
Electronic document filing is required in all counites within the District.
May be required to work for any Judicial Officer within the District per operational needs.
May require travel
What’s in it for YOU:
Collaborative, positive work environment
Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn
Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities
Excellent benefits package
Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave
Iowa Public Employees’ retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan
Employee discount program
This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.
Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Graduation from an accredited high school (or High School Equivalency) and graduation from a school of court reporting. Must be certified by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters within 12 months of employment, and certification must be maintained as a condition of employment. Certification demonstrates proficiency based on the standard of the National Court Reporters Association for the earned designation of Registered Professional Reporter or the National Verbatim Reporters Association for the earned designation of Certified Verbatim Reporter. Court Reporter will purchase and maintain court reporting software and stenotype machines and/or verbatim recording equipment.
Travel required.
Note: This is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management.
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Agency
State of Iowa
Agency
444 Judicial
Address
Iowa Judicial Branch Building
1111 E Court Ave
Des Moines, Iowa, 50319
Website
http://www.iowacourts.gov/
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