Court Reporter / Court Coordinator

Summary of Responsibilities : This position performs a variety of court reporting duties for the County Court at Law and is responsible for creating court records by taking and preserving a verbatim record of Judicial court proceedings. As a court coordinator, responsibilities include, but are not limited to, docket management, court staff coordination, managing court activities, and acts as a liaison for the court. Essential Responsibilities and Functions: Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position . Performs court reporting activities in the assigned courtroom or off-site hearing location, including but not limited to creating and preserving verbatim records of civil and misdemeanor County Court at Law proceedings; and produces an accurate Reporter's Record, in printed and/or electronic format Responsible for docket and trial management Prepares and maintains transcripts, records, reports and written notices and distributes as appropriate Coordinates activities of other court staff and acts as a liaison to other departments Ensures completion of required Continuing Education Abide by the Code of Judicial Conduct Performs other job related duties as directed by the Judge Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of court proceedings and procedures Knowledge of court reporting procedures Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures Skilled in taking and transcribing shorthand notation into regular records of court proceedings Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written Ability to maintain effective working relationships Mental ability to handle pressures related to meeting deadlines, fulfilling scheduling requirements, simultaneously handling of multiple projects, disruptions, and dealing with concerns of citizens and employees Ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions satisfactorily Must be comfortable working inside a courtroom and being around offenders Minimum Qualifications : High School Diploma or GED equivalent One year of office experience Successful completion of a court reporting education program Basic knowledge of computers including Microsoft Word and Excel Must wear business attire when Court is in session Licensing: Must possess a current Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) license including a minimum of 10 hours of continuing education (including 2 ½ hours in Ethics/Rules) every 2 years as required to maintain license; Membership in the National Court Reporter's Association and the Texas Court Reporter's Association is preferred Pre-Employment Requirements Physical required _____ Yes __ X ___ No Drug test required __ X ___ Yes _____ No Background check required __ X __ Yes _____ No Work Schedule / Hours __ X ___ Normal / Regular schedule is: _Monday - Friday; 8:00A to 5:00P _____________ _____ Shift work required - Identify different/specific shift: ______________________ __X ___ Overtime work is necessary: _as needed ________________________________ _____ Holiday work assignment: ____________________________________________