Court Reporter - Official Certified Shorthand Reporter (D5)

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Court Reporter - Official Certified Shorthand Reporter (D5)Print ( Reporter - Official Certified Shorthand Reporter (D5)Salary$57,595.20 - $89,294.40 AnnuallyLocationState of Iowa - See Job Description, IAJob TypeFull-timeJob Number24-00818Agency444 JudicialOpening Date03/29/2024Closing Date5/31/2024 11:59 PM CentralLinkedIn Tag#LI-DNPPoint of ApplyCandidates will need to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.DescriptionQuestionsJob DescriptionDo you have a passion for helping people? Do you hold a positive, service- oriented attitude who can problem solve and multitask? If so, then you are the perfect customer service guru that we are looking for to add to our support squad!The 5th Judicial District’s Court Administration has immediate openings for Court Reporters across the 5th District.The starting salary for new State of Iowa Judicial employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The pay range is $57,595.20 to $89,294.40Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30PSummary:The 5th Judicial District of the Iowa Judicial Branch is seeking candidates for the court reporter openings with the following Judges:Hon. Judge Scott, District Court Judge (Polk County - 111931)Vacant, District Associate Judge (Polk County)Hon. Judge Kemp, District Judge (Polk County - 140179)Hon. Judge Porter, District Judge (Polk County 111957)Hon. Judge Lauber, District Judge (Polk County - 111952 part-time)Hon. Judge Franklin, District Associate Judge (Wayne County - 111927)Hon. Judge Greenwood, District Judge (Decatur County - 111941)Hon. Judge Faith, District Court Judge (Dallas County)Hon. Judge Smith, District Court Judge (Polk County)Hon. Judge Cox, District Associate Judge (Polk County)Responsibilities:Job duties include but are not limited to:Captures court testimony and proceedings with stenography machine.Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request.Prepares transcripts, performs general office work.Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings.Performs related work as determined by Judge, Chief Judge or designee.Electronic document filing required in all counites within District 5.May be required to work for any Judicial Officer in the 5th District per operational needs.May require travelWhat we offer:Team-oriented, positive work environmentExcellent affordable benefit packagePaid holidays plus vacation and sick timeIowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) retirement planOptional retirement savings 457 plan with employer contributionsEmployee discount programsPreferred characteristics and abilities:Self-drivenFlexible and open to changeAbility to maintain confidentialityAttention to detailStrong organizational skillsAbility to collaboratePositive attitudeThis is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.Minimum Qualification RequirementsGraduation from an accredited high school (or High School Equivalency) and graduation from a school of court reporting.Must be certified by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters within 12 months of employment, and certification must be maintained as a condition of employment. Certification demonstrates proficiency based on the standard of the National Court Reporters Association for the earned designation of Registered Professional Reporter or the National Verbatim Reporters Association for the earned designation of Certified Verbatim Reporter.Court Reporter will purchase and maintain court reporting software and stenotype machines and/or verbatim recording equipment.Travel required.01Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch.YesNo02PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq?YesNo03Please explain any gaps in your employment history?04Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below.05What is your current salary?06What is your minimum salary requirement?07Your application for employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch will generally be treated as confidential under Iowa Code section 22.7(18). However, if you consent to allow Judicial to treat it as a public record per Iowa Code section 22.7(18)(a), please check "Yes, I consent" below.Yes, I consentNo08List any professional licenses you hold:Required QuestionAgencyState of IowaAgency444 JudicialAddressIowa Judicial Branch Building1111 E Court AveDes Moines, Iowa, 50319Website verify your email addressVerify Email