County Court at Law 4-Court Reporter

Salary: $62.87 Hourly
Location : Georgetown: 405 MLK, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 14.02522
Department:County Court at Law 4
Opening Date: 12/27/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting directly to County Court at Law Judge, responsible for recording, transcribing, and maintaining all records of court proceedings. Serves in County Court at Law 4.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

• Reviews, collects, transcribes, and processes legal paperwork and prepares documents for electronic use
• Performs extensive data entry to record court proceeding utilizing stenograph machine
• Develops and provides transcripts to requestors including filing exhibits related to court proceedings
• Serves as department liaison for public information request and collaborates with internal and external agencies
• Attends court and legal meetings to record evidence, dispositions, objections, rulings, jury selection and arguments
• Maintains the upkeep of stenograph machine including coordinating maintenance and updating tasks
• Performs data entry for various legal documents

• Performs and implements various quality control processes to ensure data and documents are accurate

• Ensures comprehensive filing systems are maintained and up to date
• Assists County Court with various projects assigned by Judge
• Provides direct customer service either in person or on the telephone regarding information requests
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to - County Court at Law Judge
• Direct Reports - No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying

• Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
• Regular travel between work sites as required

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• One (1) year of experience transcribing legal proceedings

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required

• Certified Shorthand Reporter by Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

• Valid driver's license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited court reporting school
• Two (2) years of court experience as a Certified Shorthand Reporter

EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: No
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.
The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.
01
Do you have a high school diploma, or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have one (1) year of experience transcribing legal proceedings?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you a Certified Shorthand Reporter by the Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission?

• Yes
• No

04
How many years of experience do you have providing real-time court reporting in a judicial or legal environment?

• Less than one (1) year
• More than one (1), less than three (3) years
• More than three (3) years, less than five (5) years
• More than five years, less than seven (7) years
• More than seven (7) years

05
Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

Required Question