Cobb County, GA
Cobb County, GA is hiring: Court Reporter I - Juvenile Court in Marietta
Cobb County, GA, Marietta, GA, United States, 30090
Salary: $25.76 - $33.49 Hourly
Location : Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03777
Department: Juvenile Court
Opening Date: 11/20/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Grade Code: 110
Position Information
This position is located in Cobb County Juvenile Court.
The purpose of this classification is to prepare and provide verbatim record of Court proceedings.
Essential Functions
Attends court and/or other legal proceeding and takes verbatim recordings: utilizes stenography and voice to text equipment; sets up, connects and verifies proper operation of equipment prior to proceedings; reiterates testimony and court records from notes upon request; and ensures confidentiality of all evidence and testimony.
Prepares certified written and electronic verbatim transcripts: proofreads, edits, prints, and binds transcript; prepares trial index; attaches photocopies of all trial exhibits; certifies accuracy and completeness of documents; prepares certified documents for filing with Clerk of Court; produces and distributes copies of documents as appropriate; and maintains confidentiality of official records.
Receives, inventories, records, and stores trial exhibits entered as evidence in court: enters case exhibit information into court database; files case exhibits with proper agency when necessary; maintains exhibits during court hearings and trials; and files/stores case exhibits in specified storage areas in compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Prepares, collates, and binds printed transcripts of court proceedings: prepares digital media copies of transcripts as requested; backs-up and archives electronic files and exhibits for storage in compliance with applicable laws; and responds to requests for transcripts within designated timeframes.
Prepares invoices for transcription services of court proceedings, court orders, and other legal hearings: bills attorneys, other individuals, and agencies according to fee schedules; maintains copies of billing, invoices, and payments.
Maintains court reporting equipment and supplies used in daily work assignments: ensures proper working order of equipment; makes minor repairs; and sends equipment to outside vendors for major repairs as necessary.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate Degree in Court Reporting, or related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in court room operations and procedures; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Court Reporting license.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
01
I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
02
I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application and/or in a supplemental question response, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
03
Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
04
Are you a current Cobb County Government employee?
05
If yes, in what department of Cobb County Government are you currently employed? (Enter N/A if not applicable - This does not include Cobb County School District employees).
06
Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
07
If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
08
Do you have an active Certified Court Reporter (CCR) license issued by the Board of Court Reporting of the Judicial Council of Georgia?
09
How many years of experience do you have as a certified court reporter?
10
If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
Required Question
Location : Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03777
Department: Juvenile Court
Opening Date: 11/20/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Grade Code: 110
Position Information
This position is located in Cobb County Juvenile Court.
The purpose of this classification is to prepare and provide verbatim record of Court proceedings.
Essential Functions
Attends court and/or other legal proceeding and takes verbatim recordings: utilizes stenography and voice to text equipment; sets up, connects and verifies proper operation of equipment prior to proceedings; reiterates testimony and court records from notes upon request; and ensures confidentiality of all evidence and testimony.
Prepares certified written and electronic verbatim transcripts: proofreads, edits, prints, and binds transcript; prepares trial index; attaches photocopies of all trial exhibits; certifies accuracy and completeness of documents; prepares certified documents for filing with Clerk of Court; produces and distributes copies of documents as appropriate; and maintains confidentiality of official records.
Receives, inventories, records, and stores trial exhibits entered as evidence in court: enters case exhibit information into court database; files case exhibits with proper agency when necessary; maintains exhibits during court hearings and trials; and files/stores case exhibits in specified storage areas in compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Prepares, collates, and binds printed transcripts of court proceedings: prepares digital media copies of transcripts as requested; backs-up and archives electronic files and exhibits for storage in compliance with applicable laws; and responds to requests for transcripts within designated timeframes.
Prepares invoices for transcription services of court proceedings, court orders, and other legal hearings: bills attorneys, other individuals, and agencies according to fee schedules; maintains copies of billing, invoices, and payments.
Maintains court reporting equipment and supplies used in daily work assignments: ensures proper working order of equipment; makes minor repairs; and sends equipment to outside vendors for major repairs as necessary.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate Degree in Court Reporting, or related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in court room operations and procedures; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Court Reporting license.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
01
I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
- Yes
- No
02
I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application and/or in a supplemental question response, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
- Yes
- No
03
Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
- Yes
- No
04
Are you a current Cobb County Government employee?
- Yes
- No
05
If yes, in what department of Cobb County Government are you currently employed? (Enter N/A if not applicable - This does not include Cobb County School District employees).
06
Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Advanced Degree
- None of the above
07
If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
08
Do you have an active Certified Court Reporter (CCR) license issued by the Board of Court Reporting of the Judicial Council of Georgia?
- Yes
- No
09
How many years of experience do you have as a certified court reporter?
- No experience
- Less than two years of experience
- Two to three years of experience
- More than three years of experience
10
If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
- Yes
- No
Required Question