Court reporter - judge Job at Minnesota Judicial Branch, Anoka, MN

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  • Minnesota Judicial Branch
  • Anoka, MN

Job Description

Full job description

The Tenth Judicial District is accepting applications for a full-time Court Reporter for the Honorable John Dehen, who is chambered in the Anoka Court house. located in Anoka , MN. This position is being posted for internal and external applications simultaneously pursuant to the terms of the Teamsters Court Reporter Contract.

As a Court Reporter, you are responsible for capturing the official court record in a variety of proceedings, using in-person or remote methods. You are responsible for the verbatim recording and transcription of testimony of judicial proceedings, hearings, and conferences in compliance with all applicable statutes and court rules or as directed by the appointing authority.

JOB DUTIES

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.

  • Capture and preserve a verbatim record of court proceedings.
  • Play/Read testimony upon request.
  • Prepare transcripts and court orders in accordance with Rules of Court, State Statutes, legal rules and policies.
  • Maintain accurate and complete files and records.
  • Maintain awareness of rules, statutes, and policy changes.
  • Serve as a confidential assistant to the appointing authority or Judge.
  • Perform other court related and confidential duties as directed by the appointing authority or Judge.Travel throughout the District.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience Requirements for both Stenographic and Electronic Court Reporters

  • A high school diploma or the equivalent
  • Successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal background check prior to appointmentIf the position will be working remotely, access to reliable internet connection is required

Knowledge, Skill and Ability Requirements for both Stenographic and Electronic Court Reporters

  • Proficient in multiple computer hardware and software applications; interest in and ability to learn new technology and computer programs.
  • Ability to learn, interpret, retain and apply policies, procedures and statutes, specifically relating to establishing the office court record.
  • Ability to coordinate and prioritize duties in a fast-paced, professional environment.
  • Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and professionally, both orally and in writing, with a diverse group of people.
  • Ability to enter clear, detailed log notes regarding significant occurrences or do trial work with the potential of high-volume, complex transcript work.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with agencies and individuals in the court system and with attorneys, litigants, and the public.
  • Ability to recognize and maintain the need for confidentiality on many levels.Ability to be flexible regarding assignments, which may include travel and transporting equipment.

Stenographic Court Reporter Certification Requirements

Graduation from a court reporting school approved by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) within the past two years; or compliance with one of the following:

  • Received a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) designation from the NCRA; or

  • Received an equivalent certification from another state or territory of the United States, or professional court reporter association; or

  • Have been practicing proficiently as a professional stenographic reporter for the past two (2) years and within one (1) month of hire, accurately take a minimum of 20 minutes of court proceedings alongside a stenographic court reporter who has an RPR designation or certification as provided in clauses (a) or (b) , and then produce a transcript with 95% accuracy as described in (d) below; or

  • Obtain RPR designation from the NCRA within two years of hire. Pending receipt of the RPR designation, must, within one (1) month of hire, accurately take a minimum of 20 minutes of court proceedings alongside a stenographic court reporter who has an RPR designation or certification as provided in clauses (a) or (b), and then produce a transcript. The participating RPR certified stenographer will determine that Ninety-five (95) percent accuracy is achieved to successfully complete this requirement.

Electronic Court Reporter Certification Requirements

  • Compliance with one of the following within three months of hire:

    • Receive an Electronic Court Reporter certification from the State Court Administrator, or
    • Receive an Electronic Court Reporter Certification and an Electronic Transcriber Certification from the American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (AAERT); or
    • Receive an Electronic Court Reporter certification from an accredited court reporter school

Why Work for Us?

Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth.



Employee Benefits

The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family’s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers . Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.



Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at 10thDistrictHumanResources@courts.state.mn.us . The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.



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