Iowa Department of Administrative Services is hiring: Court Reporter - Official

Court Reporter - Official Certified Shorthand Reporter (District 5) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4602959) Apply  Court Reporter - Official Certified Shorthand Reporter (District 5) Salary $59,321.60 - $96,803.20 Annually Location State of Iowa - See Job Description, IA Job Type Full-time Job Number 25-00143 Agency 444 Judicial Opening Date 09/04/2024 Closing Date 12/3/2024 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-POST Point of Contact Cristen.Likens@iowacourts.gov 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. Description Questions Job Description The Fifth Judicial District of the Iowa Judicial Branch is seeking qualified candidates for immediate Court Reporter openings. The position will include travel within the fifth Judicial District, some positions requiring more than others, and may be assigned to work with any Judicial Officer as needed. Compensation includes base salary plus transcript income and State of Iowa benefit package. Starting salary dependent upon relevant courtroom experience. 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 $59,321.60-$96,803.20 annually. 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. Summary: The 5th Judicial District of the Iowa Judicial Branch is seeking candidates for the court reporter openings with the following Judges: Hon. Judge Franklin, District Associate Judge (Wayne County - 111927) Hon. Judge Lauber, District Judge (Polk County - 111952 part-time) Hon. Judge Brackey, District Associate Judge (Polk County- formerly Belcher) Hon. Judge Kemp, District Judge (Polk County- formerly Hanson) Hon. Judge Cox, District Associate Judge (Polk County) Hon. Judge Faith, District Court Judge (Dallas County- formerly Hefner) Hon. Judge Howe, Juvenile Court Judge (Polk County) Hon. Judge Beattie, District Judge (Polk County) Responsibilities: Job duties include but are 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 exhibits during court proceedings. Performs related work as determined by Judge, Chief Judge or designee. Electronic document filing required in all counites within District 5. May be required to work for any Judicial Officer in the 5th District per operational needs. May require travel What we offer: Team-oriented, positive work environment Excellent affordable benefit package Paid holidays plus vacation and sick time Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) retirement plan Optional retirement savings 457 plan with employer contributions Employee discount programs Preferred characteristics and abilities: Self-driven Flexible and open to change Ability to maintain confidentiality Attention to detail Strong organizational skills Ability to collaborate Positive attitude This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch. 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 high school (GED); graduation from a school of court reporting with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters or become certified within one (1) year of hire. 01 Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch. Yes No 02 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq? Yes No 03 List any professional licenses you hold: 04 Please explain any gaps in your employment history? 05 Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below. 06 What is your current salary? 07 What is your minimum salary requirement? 08 Your application for employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch will generally be treated as confidential under Iowa Code section 22.7(18). However, if you consent to allow Judicial to treat it as a public record per Iowa Code section 22.7(18)(a), please check "Yes, I consent" below. Yes, I consent No 09 Iowa Judicial Branch Employees ONLY: Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certification? Yes No Required Question 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/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email