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SUMMARY
As a Digital Court Reporter, you will be part of a team that ensures court proceedings are being digitally recorded. In this position, you will record court proceedings and annotate the digitally recorded court proceedings while they occur for each court proceeding. The position works under direct supervision according to set procedures. Occasional travel to the other Circuit courthouses may be required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Under the direction of the Court, a DCR monitors and annotates digitally recorded court proceedings while the proceedings occur; annotates recorded, non-annotated court proceedings.
- Processes approved transcript/CD/DVD/E-file orders in a queue; produces copy of court proceedings, depositions and hearings for attorneys, governmental personnel/agencies and the public. Enters and processes court orders/requests retrieval/reference; verifies court order information by conducting research, and makes necessary corrections.
- Provides services involving digital court recording equipment, such as the playback of recordings in open courtroom upon a judge’s request or making a recording of a particular case available for listening by court personnel.
- Keeps accurate records of annotated proceedings, dockets, requests/orders received and completed; performing research of files for case law entered into evidence and correct spelling of names and places; or preparing correspondence to attorneys.
The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this classification.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
High School Diploma or GED along with one year of college or vocational school education in office skills, computer or closely related field and two years of customer service experience.
Preferred: Two years of experience in an Office Setting.
Relevant experience and/or education may substitute for the recommended minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Working knowledge and understanding of specialized vocabulary used in judicial proceedings; ability to type 50 w.p.m.; detailed oriented; excellent communication skills; accurate use of the English language, grammar, punctuation and spelling.
- Able to multi-task and capable of prioritizing tasks assigned.
- Use judgement and discretion concerning confidential information.
- Able to perform clerical tasks, such as maintaining logbooks and weekly reports.
- Ability to work in a team environment and have a ‘can-do’ attitude is essential for success in this position.
- Able to work a flexible schedule that can change from day to day. Weekend hours will be required on a rotating basis with colleagues.
NOTICE: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will continue to be received until the position is filled. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on any of the protected classes.
COVID-19 Precautions:
- Use of court-issued personal protective equipment optional.
- Social distancing encouraged.
Americans with Disabilities (ADA): If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in the interviewing process once selected, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, Palm Beach County Courthouse, 205 North Dixie Highway West Palm Beach, Florida 33401; telephone number (561) 355-4380 at least 7 days before your scheduled either in-person or telephonic interview; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711.”
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