This job opportunity is with the Judicial Branch of the Federal Government. The judicial branch is one of the three separate and distinct branches of the U.S. government and is independent from the other two. The Clerk's Office of the United States District Court for the District of Nebraska is seeking a court reporter in Omaha. This position reports directly to the Chief Deputy Clerk.
Travel to the divisional office in Lincoln will be required from time to time for court proceedings.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: An official court reporter will cover court proceedings as assigned for active and senior district judges, which includes providing a realtime feed to the court.
Attending and recording verbatim all proceedings as directed by the court; reading back all or any portion of the court record; reviewing the court calendar and noting the appearance of attorneys, witnesses, and the proper spelling of their names; producing transcripts within strict time limitations; billing, delivering, and/or mailing official transcripts prepared; certifying and filing with the Clerk of Court original records and a copy of transcripts prepared; covering other courts as needed.
Incumbents will provide transcripts within the time and cost limitations set by the Judicial Conference and will concurrently electronically file with the Clerk of Court a copy of all transcripts prepared. Must work well under pressure, including extended court and transcription production hours within strict time limitations. Work as part of a team of reporters.
Perform administrative duties as required, such as billing for transcripts, financial reports, and responding to official correspondence and telephone calls. Travel to Lincoln or North Platte may be required. Perform other duties as assigned.
Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance Health and dependent reimbursement accounts Student loan forgiveness Federal Employee Retirement System Thrift Savings Plan with 5% match Flexible work schedule Telework Paid annual and sick leave Paid federal holidays Parking On-site fitness facility
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This position is with U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch.
The posted pay range is $96408 – $115690/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-11-23.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-29 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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