MASSACHUSETTS TRIAL COURT
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Title: Sessions Clerk - West Roxbury Division of Boston Municipal Court Pay Grade: Grade 13 Starting Pay: $59,047.98 Departmental Mission Statement: Given our unique responsibility to advance the fair administration of justice, the Boston Municipal Court Department is devoted to the rule of law through the conscientious and expeditious resolution of disputes, with a commitment to restoring the human spirit through correction, education, respect and compassion. Organizational Profile: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/boston-municipal-court Notes: This position is designated as a union position and is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement with O.P.E.I.U., Local 6. Position Summary: This series is responsible for regularly attending sessions of court in place of a Clerk-Magistrate, Assistant Clerk-Magistrate, Register of Probate, or Assistant Register of Probate, unless otherwise prohibited by statute. Performs specific functions in court such as: • calling the list • administering oaths • receiving documents and exhibits • and recording dispositions. • Also performs case processing duties when court is not in session. • Provides service to the public and other individuals who have business with the court consistent with policies on confidentiality. • The position title above the entry level requires the performance of more responsible duties and more specialized out of court case processing duties. • Employees are appointed into this series at the entry level position title and are eligible for reclassification to the higher-level position title consistent with the specifications for the higher level position title. The position title reverts back to the entry level when there is a vacancy. ORGANIZATIONAL LEVELS: This position is part of a series that includes a number of levels. Employees are appointed to the entry level and are eligible to advance to the higher levels consistent with this job description and Trial Court policies. Sessions Clerk I - This is the entry level position title within this series. Employees at this level are expected to run sessions of court and to perform case processing duties when court is not in session. Sessions Clerk II - This is the second level position title within this series. Employees at this level are expected to provide assistance in the area of case management and to perform more advanced case processing duties when court is not in session. Sessions Clerk I Duties: Regularly attends sessions of court for a major portion of the work day. While in court, assists the judge presiding over the session by: •Calling the list • Presenting matters to the court • ensuring that the session is stenographically or electronically recorded. • Administering oaths and giving directions to the parties as necessary • Recording the judge's decisions • Drawing orders reflecting those decisions as directed by the judge. • Performing related duties, as necessary. • Performs courtroom duties alone or may supervise other employees depending on the needs of the session. • Receives, marks, and maintains custody of papers and exhibits offered at trial and ensures their security. • Maintains trial and hearing schedules and notifies interested parties. • Prepares trial lists and all required files. • forms, and exhibits in anticipation of court sessions. • Records and maintains accurate minutes of all orders, judgments, or directions of the court. • Receives training and assists advanced users on MassCourts, a comprehensive, integrated case management system which features electronic filing of criminal complaints, warrant processing, extensive docketing, scheduling, and management reporting • Prepares, accepts, notates, and preserves files • Assists the public, litigants, and attorneys concerning court schedules or court functions, rules, or practices. • Ensures compliance with court orders regarding submission of documents subsequent to hearing • Distributes case files to the appropriate personnel for further processing; • Performs case processing functions within an office when court is not in session; • Performs the duties of a lower level series as required. Sessions Clerk II Additional Duties: • Provides assistance in the area of case management, including coordinating with judges concerning scheduling, size of calendars, creation of special calendars as needed, working out conflicts concerning dates and length of time required, coordinating continuances, and determining case readiness. • Assists as a supervisor of courtroom personnel, making assignments, reviewing calendars, and maintaining an awareness of session requirements through discussions with Judges and Clerks, monitoring work activities and resolving problems, and coordinating the training of new courtroom personnel. • Regularly meets with court personnel and other individuals to discuss ways to improve the efficiencies of court sessions and related work within established guidelines and recommends improved methods and procedures to a supervisor. • Performs advanced case processing functions using MassCourts when court is not in session. • Performs special projects pertaining to cash flow management as required. • Performs the duties of the lower level within this series as required. Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary to apply for the position of Sessions Clerk. Sessions Clerk I Requirements: • Graduation from high school or its equivalent and a minimum of five years of experience in an office of a Clerk-Magistrate or a Register of Probate, • Including experience as a Courtroom Procedures Clerk, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Thorough knowledge of state statutes, court procedures and policies, legal documents and terminology, laws, and functions of the court. • Demonstrated knowledge of the rules, practices, and procedures pertaining to court sessions. • Demonstrated ability to navigate and recall court records and data from the MassCourts case management system. • Ability and experience using personal computers, including word processing software such as MS Word. • Experience with spreadsheet software such as MS Excel is preferred. • Excellent organizational skills. • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to perform work and communicate in a highly visible and public setting. • Ability to handle multiple issues simultaneously. • Ability to maintain accurate records of proceedings. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. • Ability to serve the public and others with business before the court in a courteous and professional manner. • Ability to perform case processing duties when court is not in session. Sessions Clerk II Additional Requirements: • A minimum of three years of experience as a Sessions Clerk I. • Thorough knowledge of the rules, practices, and procedures pertaining to all types of court sessions. • Considerable knowledge of all courtroom policies and procedures and demonstrated ability to provide assistance during any court session. • Excellent organizational skills, including the demonstrated ability to process a high volume of court papers in an organized and efficient manner. • Demonstrated working knowledge of case processing using MassCourts. • Ability to perform case processing duties when court is not in session. • Considerable knowledge of the procedures related to the processing of all types of cases and the ability to process those cases from beginning to end. • Demonstrated ability to identify problems and to develop creative solutions to those problems. • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgments. • Demonstrated ability to assign, supervise and review the work of subordinate employees. • Demonstrated ability to perform research and to prepare reports. Closing Date/Time: 2024-06-25
Title: Sessions Clerk - West Roxbury Division of Boston Municipal Court Pay Grade: Grade 13 Starting Pay: $59,047.98 Departmental Mission Statement: Given our unique responsibility to advance the fair administration of justice, the Boston Municipal Court Department is devoted to the rule of law through the conscientious and expeditious resolution of disputes, with a commitment to restoring the human spirit through correction, education, respect and compassion. Organizational Profile: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/boston-municipal-court Notes: This position is designated as a union position and is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement with O.P.E.I.U., Local 6. Position Summary: This series is responsible for regularly attending sessions of court in place of a Clerk-Magistrate, Assistant Clerk-Magistrate, Register of Probate, or Assistant Register of Probate, unless otherwise prohibited by statute. Performs specific functions in court such as: • calling the list • administering oaths • receiving documents and exhibits • and recording dispositions. • Also performs case processing duties when court is not in session. • Provides service to the public and other individuals who have business with the court consistent with policies on confidentiality. • The position title above the entry level requires the performance of more responsible duties and more specialized out of court case processing duties. • Employees are appointed into this series at the entry level position title and are eligible for reclassification to the higher-level position title consistent with the specifications for the higher level position title. The position title reverts back to the entry level when there is a vacancy. ORGANIZATIONAL LEVELS: This position is part of a series that includes a number of levels. Employees are appointed to the entry level and are eligible to advance to the higher levels consistent with this job description and Trial Court policies. Sessions Clerk I - This is the entry level position title within this series. Employees at this level are expected to run sessions of court and to perform case processing duties when court is not in session. Sessions Clerk II - This is the second level position title within this series. Employees at this level are expected to provide assistance in the area of case management and to perform more advanced case processing duties when court is not in session. Sessions Clerk I Duties: Regularly attends sessions of court for a major portion of the work day. While in court, assists the judge presiding over the session by: •Calling the list • Presenting matters to the court • ensuring that the session is stenographically or electronically recorded. • Administering oaths and giving directions to the parties as necessary • Recording the judge's decisions • Drawing orders reflecting those decisions as directed by the judge. • Performing related duties, as necessary. • Performs courtroom duties alone or may supervise other employees depending on the needs of the session. • Receives, marks, and maintains custody of papers and exhibits offered at trial and ensures their security. • Maintains trial and hearing schedules and notifies interested parties. • Prepares trial lists and all required files. • forms, and exhibits in anticipation of court sessions. • Records and maintains accurate minutes of all orders, judgments, or directions of the court. • Receives training and assists advanced users on MassCourts, a comprehensive, integrated case management system which features electronic filing of criminal complaints, warrant processing, extensive docketing, scheduling, and management reporting • Prepares, accepts, notates, and preserves files • Assists the public, litigants, and attorneys concerning court schedules or court functions, rules, or practices. • Ensures compliance with court orders regarding submission of documents subsequent to hearing • Distributes case files to the appropriate personnel for further processing; • Performs case processing functions within an office when court is not in session; • Performs the duties of a lower level series as required. Sessions Clerk II Additional Duties: • Provides assistance in the area of case management, including coordinating with judges concerning scheduling, size of calendars, creation of special calendars as needed, working out conflicts concerning dates and length of time required, coordinating continuances, and determining case readiness. • Assists as a supervisor of courtroom personnel, making assignments, reviewing calendars, and maintaining an awareness of session requirements through discussions with Judges and Clerks, monitoring work activities and resolving problems, and coordinating the training of new courtroom personnel. • Regularly meets with court personnel and other individuals to discuss ways to improve the efficiencies of court sessions and related work within established guidelines and recommends improved methods and procedures to a supervisor. • Performs advanced case processing functions using MassCourts when court is not in session. • Performs special projects pertaining to cash flow management as required. • Performs the duties of the lower level within this series as required. Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary to apply for the position of Sessions Clerk. Sessions Clerk I Requirements: • Graduation from high school or its equivalent and a minimum of five years of experience in an office of a Clerk-Magistrate or a Register of Probate, • Including experience as a Courtroom Procedures Clerk, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Thorough knowledge of state statutes, court procedures and policies, legal documents and terminology, laws, and functions of the court. • Demonstrated knowledge of the rules, practices, and procedures pertaining to court sessions. • Demonstrated ability to navigate and recall court records and data from the MassCourts case management system. • Ability and experience using personal computers, including word processing software such as MS Word. • Experience with spreadsheet software such as MS Excel is preferred. • Excellent organizational skills. • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to perform work and communicate in a highly visible and public setting. • Ability to handle multiple issues simultaneously. • Ability to maintain accurate records of proceedings. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. • Ability to serve the public and others with business before the court in a courteous and professional manner. • Ability to perform case processing duties when court is not in session. Sessions Clerk II Additional Requirements: • A minimum of three years of experience as a Sessions Clerk I. • Thorough knowledge of the rules, practices, and procedures pertaining to all types of court sessions. • Considerable knowledge of all courtroom policies and procedures and demonstrated ability to provide assistance during any court session. • Excellent organizational skills, including the demonstrated ability to process a high volume of court papers in an organized and efficient manner. • Demonstrated working knowledge of case processing using MassCourts. • Ability to perform case processing duties when court is not in session. • Considerable knowledge of the procedures related to the processing of all types of cases and the ability to process those cases from beginning to end. • Demonstrated ability to identify problems and to develop creative solutions to those problems. • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgments. • Demonstrated ability to assign, supervise and review the work of subordinate employees. • Demonstrated ability to perform research and to prepare reports. Closing Date/Time: 2024-06-25
City of Galveston, TX
Galveston, Texas, United States
Job Description Under general supervision, performs various technical and staff support activities for the Municipal Court. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Processes payments from the front counter, mail, cash bonds and electronic media. Provides information to the public; provides general customer service as needed. Performs cash processing and related activities. May check in defendants for Court hearings; pulls files of defendants from the court docket and forwards to the prosecuting attorney and the presiding judge; completes judgments with orders; provides cases to the cashier when completed. May provide staff support to the City Prosecutor and the City Attorney on requested cases; receives letters of representation from attorneys representing defendants; retrieves files and forwards to the attorney in preparation of offer letters; may add surety bond if one is sent with the letter of representation. Processes documentation for the issuance of arrest warrants. Processes motions for credit time served requests for the judge. Prepares and posts daily court dockets; prepares subpoenas, summons and affidavits as needed. Performs data entry as needed. Opens and distributes daily mail to staff; files disposed cases. Performs copying/faxing/printing of various documentation. May perform language translation as requested. Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge: City organization, operations, policies, and procedures. The overall operations of the judicial system. Principles and practices of modern office systems. Codes of criminal procedure Transportation codes. Penal codes. Law enforcement operations. Principles and practices of customer service. Business and personal computers, and spreadsheet software applications. Skill in: Handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment. Understanding and applying City policies and procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations. Explaining City policies and procedures while exercising the highest degree of confidentiality. Performing basic mathematical calculations. Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent; AND one year of experience in advanced office operations; ORan equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of prior municipal court experience in Texas is preferred. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION: None. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a standard office environment. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds. Closing Date/Time: April 26, 2024 at 11:59 PM CST
Job Description Under general supervision, performs various technical and staff support activities for the Municipal Court. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Processes payments from the front counter, mail, cash bonds and electronic media. Provides information to the public; provides general customer service as needed. Performs cash processing and related activities. May check in defendants for Court hearings; pulls files of defendants from the court docket and forwards to the prosecuting attorney and the presiding judge; completes judgments with orders; provides cases to the cashier when completed. May provide staff support to the City Prosecutor and the City Attorney on requested cases; receives letters of representation from attorneys representing defendants; retrieves files and forwards to the attorney in preparation of offer letters; may add surety bond if one is sent with the letter of representation. Processes documentation for the issuance of arrest warrants. Processes motions for credit time served requests for the judge. Prepares and posts daily court dockets; prepares subpoenas, summons and affidavits as needed. Performs data entry as needed. Opens and distributes daily mail to staff; files disposed cases. Performs copying/faxing/printing of various documentation. May perform language translation as requested. Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge: City organization, operations, policies, and procedures. The overall operations of the judicial system. Principles and practices of modern office systems. Codes of criminal procedure Transportation codes. Penal codes. Law enforcement operations. Principles and practices of customer service. Business and personal computers, and spreadsheet software applications. Skill in: Handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment. Understanding and applying City policies and procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations. Explaining City policies and procedures while exercising the highest degree of confidentiality. Performing basic mathematical calculations. Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent; AND one year of experience in advanced office operations; ORan equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of prior municipal court experience in Texas is preferred. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION: None. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a standard office environment. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds. Closing Date/Time: April 26, 2024 at 11:59 PM CST
City of Buckeye, AZ
Buckeye, Arizona, United States
Position Scope This is a stand-alone appointed classification in the City of Buckeye municipal court. Incumbents preside over criminal and civil court proceedings and issue legally binding rulings and directives. This position is part-time, on-call covering judicial absences or special calendars at the City Court. Primary Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by an employee in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional position-specific duties. Adjudicates misdemeanor, criminal traffic, civil traffic and city code violations. Presides over initial appearances, arraignments, pre-trial conferences, civil traffic hearings, probation violation hearings, restitution hearings, jury and non-jury trials, sentencings and sentence review hearings. Reviews and grants search warrants. Conducts hearings on petitions for orders of protection, injunctions prohibiting harassment, and issues court orders. Reviews and signs criminal complaints. Researches, explains and applies laws, rules and regulations. Assists the Presiding City Judge in administering court policies, procedures, and practices. Participates in judicial education as required. Performs other related work as required. Minimum Qualifications & Position Requirements Knowledge of: General law, court procedures and rules of evidence; the causes and corrective measure of antisocial behavior, principles of civil and criminal law, appeals problems and procedures; and methods of legal research. Court policies and procedures. Case management techniques. Microsoft Office products and other relevant technologies. Skill and Ability to: Conduct court proceedings and elicit pertinent information from all parties involved. Communicate orally with defendants, witnesses and the public in group settings to give instructions or information and to response to questions. Personify leadership, value diversity, promote shared responsibility and teamwork. Conduct and control court proceedings, elicit pertinent information and confine witnesses and litigants to relevant issues. Appraise factual situations and make appropriate decisions promptly and in accordance with the law. Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited Law School and membership in the State Bar of Arizona in good standing for a minimum of five (5) years. Employee Benefits (Temporary, Seasonal, & Reserve Positions) 457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings All paid City employees are eligible to participate in a voluntary 457(b) deferred compensation plan. Contributions are pre-tax and invested at the direction of the employee. The City does not contribute funds to this plan. Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) ASRS eligibility is defined by the State. Participation is mandatory for employees deemed eligible. ASRS defines eligibility as employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more each week for 20 or more weeks per year. Sick Leave Temporary, seasonal and reserve employees accrue 1 hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked. For complete details, please visit the City website at: Benefits & Wellness City benefit plans are subject to change at any time. Closing Date/Time: 4/16/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Position Scope This is a stand-alone appointed classification in the City of Buckeye municipal court. Incumbents preside over criminal and civil court proceedings and issue legally binding rulings and directives. This position is part-time, on-call covering judicial absences or special calendars at the City Court. Primary Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by an employee in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional position-specific duties. Adjudicates misdemeanor, criminal traffic, civil traffic and city code violations. Presides over initial appearances, arraignments, pre-trial conferences, civil traffic hearings, probation violation hearings, restitution hearings, jury and non-jury trials, sentencings and sentence review hearings. Reviews and grants search warrants. Conducts hearings on petitions for orders of protection, injunctions prohibiting harassment, and issues court orders. Reviews and signs criminal complaints. Researches, explains and applies laws, rules and regulations. Assists the Presiding City Judge in administering court policies, procedures, and practices. Participates in judicial education as required. Performs other related work as required. Minimum Qualifications & Position Requirements Knowledge of: General law, court procedures and rules of evidence; the causes and corrective measure of antisocial behavior, principles of civil and criminal law, appeals problems and procedures; and methods of legal research. Court policies and procedures. Case management techniques. Microsoft Office products and other relevant technologies. Skill and Ability to: Conduct court proceedings and elicit pertinent information from all parties involved. Communicate orally with defendants, witnesses and the public in group settings to give instructions or information and to response to questions. Personify leadership, value diversity, promote shared responsibility and teamwork. Conduct and control court proceedings, elicit pertinent information and confine witnesses and litigants to relevant issues. Appraise factual situations and make appropriate decisions promptly and in accordance with the law. Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited Law School and membership in the State Bar of Arizona in good standing for a minimum of five (5) years. Employee Benefits (Temporary, Seasonal, & Reserve Positions) 457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings All paid City employees are eligible to participate in a voluntary 457(b) deferred compensation plan. Contributions are pre-tax and invested at the direction of the employee. The City does not contribute funds to this plan. Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) ASRS eligibility is defined by the State. Participation is mandatory for employees deemed eligible. ASRS defines eligibility as employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more each week for 20 or more weeks per year. Sick Leave Temporary, seasonal and reserve employees accrue 1 hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked. For complete details, please visit the City website at: Benefits & Wellness City benefit plans are subject to change at any time. Closing Date/Time: 4/16/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Kitsap County, WA
Port Orchard, Washington, United States
OVERVIEW The Superior Court is the court of general jurisdiction in Kitsap County, having original and appellate jurisdiction as authorized by the Washington State Constitution and the laws of the State of Washington. The Superior Court is created to resolve criminal felony cases, civil cases, dependency cases, family law cases including paternity matters and adoptions, private and guardianship matters, domestic violence cases, mental health cases, and appeals from the District and Municipal Courts in Kitsap County. The Superior Court is a court of record, and is required to always be open, except on non-judicial days. We are looking for experienced Court Reporters but we will consider exceptional candidates who will be able get up to speed to accurately report court proceedings. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience At least one year of court reporting experience serving as a court reporter Report and transcribe accurately 175 wpm of the judge's charge or 200 wpm of testimony each for five consecutive minutes Preferred Education and Experience Proficiency in real-time court reporting and experience reporting in Washington Superior Courts or Courts of General Jurisdiction in other States. Three or more years of experience in court reporting Criminal Conviction Standards: The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised access to children under 18 years of age, a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which may include fingerprinting. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/FSA/bccu/documents/Secretary%27sCrimesListforALLPrograms.pdf Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements Please note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements. Prior to employment, the successful candidate must: Possess a State of Washington Court Reporter Certification through the Department of Licensing per Washington State Law or Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certification through the National Court Reporter Association Pass a criminal history background check through law enforcement agencies. Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting. Be bondable. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Work is performed primarily in a courtroom setting. Requires clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately. Positions in this class typically require: bending, stooping, reaching, handling/grasping documents, sitting for extended periods of time, walking short distances, vision sufficient to read source materials and computer screen data and repetitive motions for computer use. Requires exertion of force of up to 30 pounds occasionally and/or 10 pounds frequently to lift/carry/move objects, files, and other materials. Sufficient hearing to accurately capture/transcribe court proceedings Incumbents may be: Exposed to potentially hazardous conditions when dealing with disgruntled or hostile individuals. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.) Essential Job Functions: Accurately record all courtroom and/or chambers proceedings, hearings, ex parte, pro se dissolutions, domestic violence calendars, paternity calendars, criminal court, and any other process requested to be reported by the judge; research any incomplete citations, name spellings, etc. to assure complete accuracy of the record. Provide transcripts of court proceedings in whole or in part as requested during the course of the trial in compliance with an appeal request, or at the request of the judges; may acquire the services of a "scopist" when necessary to assure timely filing and completion of the transcript request; proof transcript, certifying the transcript as true and correct and deliver them to the appropriate party, per statute, and has the ability to e-mail transcripts. Read from sections of trial proceedings in open courtroom or chambers as requested. Use or cultivate real-time capabilities and provide real-time translation for proceedings to judges, as requested. Index and file all court proceedings notes, disks and related materials as required and in accordance with established procedures. Purchase, operate and maintain all court reporting and transcription equipment and materials necessary for the completion of work assignments; update equipment and software periodically so as to keep up with the latest technology and to provide the most efficient services possible; update and maintain a personal dictionary as well as case-specific dictionaries, such as for technical litigation. Answer telephone calls, return messages, correspond when required pertaining to every aspect of the reporting and subsequent preparation of transcripts and billings. Keep current on literature regarding aspects of court reporting and attend professional seminars, conferences and other meetings as required to maintain test standings and certificates. Perform other related duties as assigned. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Classified as "at will." Incumbent's continued employment is at the discretion of the Superior Court Administrator/Presiding Judge and may have his/her appointment revoked at any time with or without cause and without right to appeal. Non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. Work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. This position will be opened until filled, but applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applicants will be screened weekly starting the week of April 18th, 2022. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx Closing Date/Time: Continuous
OVERVIEW The Superior Court is the court of general jurisdiction in Kitsap County, having original and appellate jurisdiction as authorized by the Washington State Constitution and the laws of the State of Washington. The Superior Court is created to resolve criminal felony cases, civil cases, dependency cases, family law cases including paternity matters and adoptions, private and guardianship matters, domestic violence cases, mental health cases, and appeals from the District and Municipal Courts in Kitsap County. The Superior Court is a court of record, and is required to always be open, except on non-judicial days. We are looking for experienced Court Reporters but we will consider exceptional candidates who will be able get up to speed to accurately report court proceedings. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience At least one year of court reporting experience serving as a court reporter Report and transcribe accurately 175 wpm of the judge's charge or 200 wpm of testimony each for five consecutive minutes Preferred Education and Experience Proficiency in real-time court reporting and experience reporting in Washington Superior Courts or Courts of General Jurisdiction in other States. Three or more years of experience in court reporting Criminal Conviction Standards: The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised access to children under 18 years of age, a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which may include fingerprinting. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/FSA/bccu/documents/Secretary%27sCrimesListforALLPrograms.pdf Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements Please note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements. Prior to employment, the successful candidate must: Possess a State of Washington Court Reporter Certification through the Department of Licensing per Washington State Law or Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certification through the National Court Reporter Association Pass a criminal history background check through law enforcement agencies. Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting. Be bondable. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Work is performed primarily in a courtroom setting. Requires clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately. Positions in this class typically require: bending, stooping, reaching, handling/grasping documents, sitting for extended periods of time, walking short distances, vision sufficient to read source materials and computer screen data and repetitive motions for computer use. Requires exertion of force of up to 30 pounds occasionally and/or 10 pounds frequently to lift/carry/move objects, files, and other materials. Sufficient hearing to accurately capture/transcribe court proceedings Incumbents may be: Exposed to potentially hazardous conditions when dealing with disgruntled or hostile individuals. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.) Essential Job Functions: Accurately record all courtroom and/or chambers proceedings, hearings, ex parte, pro se dissolutions, domestic violence calendars, paternity calendars, criminal court, and any other process requested to be reported by the judge; research any incomplete citations, name spellings, etc. to assure complete accuracy of the record. Provide transcripts of court proceedings in whole or in part as requested during the course of the trial in compliance with an appeal request, or at the request of the judges; may acquire the services of a "scopist" when necessary to assure timely filing and completion of the transcript request; proof transcript, certifying the transcript as true and correct and deliver them to the appropriate party, per statute, and has the ability to e-mail transcripts. Read from sections of trial proceedings in open courtroom or chambers as requested. Use or cultivate real-time capabilities and provide real-time translation for proceedings to judges, as requested. Index and file all court proceedings notes, disks and related materials as required and in accordance with established procedures. Purchase, operate and maintain all court reporting and transcription equipment and materials necessary for the completion of work assignments; update equipment and software periodically so as to keep up with the latest technology and to provide the most efficient services possible; update and maintain a personal dictionary as well as case-specific dictionaries, such as for technical litigation. Answer telephone calls, return messages, correspond when required pertaining to every aspect of the reporting and subsequent preparation of transcripts and billings. Keep current on literature regarding aspects of court reporting and attend professional seminars, conferences and other meetings as required to maintain test standings and certificates. Perform other related duties as assigned. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Classified as "at will." Incumbent's continued employment is at the discretion of the Superior Court Administrator/Presiding Judge and may have his/her appointment revoked at any time with or without cause and without right to appeal. Non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. Work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. This position will be opened until filled, but applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applicants will be screened weekly starting the week of April 18th, 2022. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx Closing Date/Time: Continuous