The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas is a public service organization focused on providing exceptional customer service to the court, members of the legal community and the general public. Currently, we are seeking an innovative and experienced individual to serve as an Official Court Reporter in the Sherman division. There are seven offices within the Eastern District of Texas: Beaumont, Lufkin, Marshall, Plano, Sherman, Texarkana, and Tyler.
Official Court Reporters are responsible for recording court proceedings in court and in chambers, for producing requested transcripts, and for filing required copies of transcripts with the Clerk of Court. More details will be provided during interviews. Duties include: Attend and record verbatim reporting of proceedings held before the judicial officers and for the transcription of those proceedings upon request.
Ability to read back all or any portions of the court record, to perform well under pressure, to produce transcripts within strict time limitations, and to work as part of a team of reporters for the judges of this court. Knowledge, skill and ability to produce accurate, simultaneous real time transcription utilizing computer-aided translation. Familiarity with and adherence to all requirements of the Court Reporter Management Plan for the district.
Determine billing and formats which comply with the Judicial Conference requirements. Deliver and/or mail official transcripts prepared. Certify and file with the Clerk of Court original records and a copy of transcripts prepared. Maintain accurate and legible records which are subject to audits. Prepare and file all reports required by the Administrative Office. Respond timely to official correspondence.
Compliance with all administrative duties assigned by his or her manager and the court. Responsible for providing and maintaining his or her own court compatible equipment. Travel will be required to cover court proceedings at other divisional offices within the district. Perform other duties as assigned.
Official court reporters are placed on a regular tour of duty that requires their presence in the courthouse during core working hours of a minimum of eighty (80) hours per period. This position requires the ability to work extended court hours.
This position is with U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch.
The posted pay range is $103772 – $119337/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2027-02-01.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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