Court Reporter, St. Louis County, Duluth, Judge Reed
Are you ready for a rewarding career?
Are you interested in supporting your communities and making a positive difference in people's lives?
Join the Sixth Judicial District as an Official Court Reporter! The Sixth Judicial District is seeking qualified applicants to fill a full-time Official Court Reporter position for Judge Shawn Reed, chambered in the St. Louis County Courthouse in Duluth, Minnesota.
Court Reporters are responsible for capturing the official court record in a variety of proceedings, using in-person or remote methods. They also prepare and distribute transcripts in accordance with rules of court, opinions, state statutes, legal guidelines, and policies.
What You Will Do
The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position:
- Capture and preserve a verbatim record of court proceedings either in person or remotely as needed
- Play/read back testimony upon request
- Prepare and distribute transcripts and court orders in accordance with Rules of Court, State Statutes, legal rules, and policies.
- Maintain accurate and complete files and records
- Maintain awareness of rules, statutes, and policy changes
- Perform other court related and confidential duties as directed by the Judge
What You Must Have
The Minnesota Judicial Branch recognizes the diverse set of skills, strengths, and attributes that an individual may bring into a role. If you have any combination of the experience, training, and education required for this position, apply today!
A person seeking employment for a position of Official Electronic Court Reporter must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent; and
Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the classification specification; and
Compliance with one of the following within three months of hire:
- Receive an Electronic Court Reporter certificate from the State Court Administrator, or
- Receive an Electronic Court Reporter Certification and an Electronic Transcriber Certification from the American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (AAERT); or
- Receive an Electronic Court Reporter certification from an accredited court reporter school.
A person seeking employment for a position of Official Stenographic Court Reporter must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent; and
Graduation from a court reporting school approved by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) within the past two years: or
Compliance with one of the following:
- Received a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) designation from the NCRA; or
- Received an equivalent certification from another state or territory of the United States, or professional court reporter association; or
- Have been practicing proficiently as a professional stenographic reporter for the past two (2) years and within one (1) month of hire, accurately take a minimum of 20 minutes of court proceedings alongside a stenographic court reporter who has an RPR designation or certification as provided in clauses (a) or (b). and then produce a transcript with 95% accuracy as described in (d) below; or
- Obtain RPR designation from the NCRA within two years of hire. Pending receipt of the RPR designation, must, within one (1) month of hire, accurately take a minimum of 20 minutes of court proceedings alongside a stenographic court reporter who has an RPR designation or certification as provided in clauses (a) or (b), and then produce a transcript. The participating RPR certified stenographer will determine that Ninety-five (95) percent accuracy is achieved to successfully complete this requirement.
What You Will Bring
- Considerable knowledge of court procedures and policies, laws, legal terminology, and legal factors pertaining to the court
- Ability to show a high degree of respect for all customers and stakeholders with diverse backgrounds, viewpoints, needs, and experiences through courtesy and sensitivity
- Skill in the operation of a personal computer, including electronic case management system and related applications and equipment
- Ability to coordinate and provide training and guidance for the daily work of other employees engaged in a variety of court operations activities
- Ability to read and interpret legal documents of varying types and complexity and apply knowledge of specific laws, statutes, and rules related to the area of assignment
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters and files appropriately and in compliance with all applicable court rules policies, and statutes
- Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure and professionalism
What You Will Earn
Official Court Reporter starting salary is $28.33/hour. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of MN employee benefits.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an office setting or a courtroom.
Supplemental Information
The Sixth Judicial District serves Minnesota's Arrowhead Region, including the counties of Carlton, Cook, Lake, and St. Louis counties (Duluth, Hibbing, and Virginia).
Logistics:
This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) Teamsters-represented exempt position in the Official Court Reporter classification within the Minnesota Judicial Branch job classification system. Work will be performed at the St. Louis County Courthouse, located at 100 North 5th Avenue West, Duluth, MN 55802. Typical hours for this position are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday and may include some evenings dependent upon business need.
This Teamsters-represented position is posted for application with an initial review of December 27, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
Position will remain open until filled.
Interviews are anticipated to be held January 9, 2025.
All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of our background check processes.
If you have questions about this position, please contact Human Resources at 6thHR@courts.state.mn.us.
About Us
Why Work for Us?
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth.
Employee Benefits
The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family’s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers. Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at 6thHR@courts.state.mn.us. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.