Under the direction of the Judge, to perform duties in accordance with court rules and regulations, record court hearings, proceedings and actions using recording equipment, transcribes verbatim court proceedings into printed form from such recordings, operating audio recording equipment if necessary.
Job Responsibilities:
- Sets up and operates audio or other recording equipment to record all official activities of the court to which assigned; reads back or plays back sections of recordings for the judge or jury as requested.
- Maintains automated or hand-prepared logs of proceedings on actions; correlates such logged information with recorded data; makes notations of witness or participant behavior, session times, etc. to augment the audio record.
- Transcribes court proceedings from audio equipment to printed format, using word processing and appropriate transcription apparatus.
- Ensures that motions, decisions, and all actions are accurately documented.
- Ensures that proper authorization is received for transcription requests; locates and duplicates tapes as required and returns them to property location after usage.
- Proofreads transcribed materials for accuracy.
- Maintains records of work performed; prepares forms for billing for recordings and transcription service; follows-up on delinquent billings as directed.
- Directs and oversees the work of relief recorder/transcribers; instructs staff in work procedures.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit’s service to its customers by offering suggestions and direction or participating as an active member of a work team.
- Maintains a supply of forms, tapes, papers, and other materials for assigned duties.
- Uses a variety of equipment, including word processors, recording devices and FAX machines; arranges for maintenance and repair of such equipment.
- Performs a variety of office support functions as required for the effective functioning of the department to which assigned.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- Graduation from a high school or G.E.D.
- Two (2) years of experience in preparing verbatim transcriptions of court proceedings and actions from recording devices or one (1) year of recording court proceedings and transcribing such proceedings.
- College level course work in paralegal studies or secretarial or office administrative subject desirable.
- Certified Court Reporter.
- Valid Nevada Driver’s License.
Special Requirements
Nye County requires a pre-employment drug screen through a designated facility; employment is contingent upon successful completion of this process.
Applications must be received by the deadline. Postmarks are not accepted. Resumes are accepted when attached to a completed application. Applications returned without the required documentation or not filled out completely will not be considered. Applications may be obtained and returned to the following NYE COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES Departments: P.O. Box 3400, 101 Radar Road, Tonopah, NV 89049 or 1981 E. Calvada Blvd., Suite 120, Pahrump, NV 89048. Applications may also be obtained by emailing human_resources@nyecountynv.gov or can be downloaded from www.nyecountynv.gov. Nye County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, applicants requesting accommodation under the ADA should contact Human Resources. Please call (775) 751-6301 with any questions. Deadline: Open Until Filled.
Category: 5th Judicial District Court
Status: Open
Salary Pay Rate: $37.38/ Hour
Benefits: Nye County offers an attractive benefits package including 100% County paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for the employee, 10 hours paid sick and 10 hours paid annual leave accrued monthly, Twelve (12) paid holidays, Nye County participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and contributes 100% of the employee contribution.
Posted February 26, 2025 2:00 PM
Closing: Open Until Filled
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