137 Court jobs in California

Under the general direction of the Office Services Supervisor II, the Office Technician (OT) (Typing) serves as the Court Clerk in the Workers Compensation Division, performing a wide range of the most difficult clerical duties. In that role, the OT evaluates a variety of incoming legal documents and correspondence using the Electronic Adjudication Management System (EAMS). The incumbent will also provide assistance to the Disability Evaluation Unit (DEU), the workers' compensation judges, and court personnel.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3.

To be considered for this Office Technician (Typing) job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
This position is located at:

2 MacArthur Place, Suite 600
Santa Ana, CA 92707-7704

The OT(T) works in a smoke-free DWC Office under LED lighting, controlled temperature, quiet to moderate noise levels; equipped with cubicles computer, and other office equipment. Ability to retrieve and transport legacy box files in a safe manner.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-484636

Position #(s):
-562

Working Title:
Court Clerk

Classification:
OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING) $3,717.00 - $4,654.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Orange County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established in 1927. Its mission is to improve working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR administers and enforces laws governing wages, hours and breaks, overtime, retaliation, workplace safety and health, apprenticeship training programs, and medical care and other benefits for injured workers.

Electronic Submission of Applications preferred. Application Packages maybe submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at Applications must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on or before the above final filing date.

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions" section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (cert, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Department Website:

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) the ability to type at a minimum speed as designated on the Class Specifications (link available in the additional documentation section). You must obtain a valid typing certificate confirming your ability to meet the minimum typing speed, prior to being hired. Additional information regarding acceptable typing tests is available at the CalCareers.ca.gov website.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 7/28/2025
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Industrial Relations
Cert Mailing Address Sacramento
Attn: Personnel Recruitment & Hiring Unit
2180 Harvard Street Suite 160

Sacramento , CA 95815

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Industrial Relations
Cert Drop Off Address Sacramento
Personnel Recruitment & Hiring Unit
2180 Harvard Street Suite 160

Sacramento , CA 95815

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge:

• Modern office methods, supplies and equipment; business English and correspondence; principles of effective training.

Skills:

• Excellent skills to evaluate complex documents, extracting detailed information and processing documents
• Excellent writing skills to edit written material.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, to ensure quality customer service and to communicate with other staff and those contacted in the work place.
• Excellent organizational skills to prioritize work assignments or projects.
• Excellent general office skills working in a team environment
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel, Outlook)

Abilities:

• Ability to: perform difficult clerical work, including ability to spell correctly; use good English; make arithmetical computations; operate various office machines; follow oral and written directions; evaluate situations accurately and take effective action; read and write English at a level required for successful job performance; make clear and comprehensive reports and keep difficult records; meet and deal tactfully with the public; apply specific laws, rules and office policies and procedures; prepare correspondence independently utilizing a wide knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and spelling; communicate effectively; provide functional guidance.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Sick and Vacation
• 11 Paid State Holidays
• Alternate/Modified Work Schedule
• 401(k), 457 and Roth IRA Plans
• Retirement (CalPERS)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Pre-Tax Parking Program

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Certification Unit
(


Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Diversity and Inclusion Office
(

California Relay Service: 1- (TTY), 1- (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information
Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.

Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification.

If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.

Please note that the Exam and Certification Online System (ECOS) does not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application, please contact the Personnel, Recruitment, & Hiring Unit at ( .

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: DIR Applicant Survey

DIR Mission and Core Values
Our mission is to protect and improve the welfare and working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR is also committed to ensuring that all employers comply with labor laws in California to support a fair and thriving business environment.

Integrity - We fulfill the promise of our mission through fair, honest and ethical behavior.

Service - We are committed to responsibly serving the public and value their trust.

Respect - We treat others with dignity, courtesy and consideration.

Quality - We take pride in providing the public with accurate and timely services.

Transparency - We conduct ourselves with openness and accountability in all aspects of our work.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Salary : $50,544.00 - $3,382.40 Annually
Location : Auburn/Roseville, CA
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Operations
Opening Date: 12/31/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Recruitment Information: Candidates will be review as applications are received.

Job Summary
AT THIS TIME WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR REVIEW. WE WILL RESUME APPLICATION REVIEW EARLY 2026.
A Court Clerk is an important part of the judicial branch and is often the face of the Court for members of the public. This position is interesting, challenging and extremely rewarding. It is an excellent beginning to a career in the judicial branch, as it offers opportunities for growth both within the Court Clerk classification and beyond, in other operational and/or administrative areas of the Court. As a Court Clerk with Placer Superior Court, you will be part of a fantastic team and enjoy a competitive compensation package, including great benefits.
This is a specialized clerical series that performs a full range of clerical duties in support of court operations. Incumbents perform a variety of processing functions including, but not limited to, assisting the public with file or court information; entering and retrieving data from computer systems; accepting, filing, and issuing legal documents; providing information concerning current calendar status, functions and procedures of the court; and to do related work as required. Check out our to learn more!
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Court Clerk - Entry: This is the trainee and entry-level class in the Court Clerk series. At this level the incumbent is under close supervision and is required to learn to perform a combination of various court-related clerical functions of minimal to average difficulty. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action and a higher level of task difficulty, within the established guidelines and operating procedures.

Court Clerk: This is the journey-level class in the Court Clerk series. At this level the incumbent is under general supervision to perform a full range of complex clerical assignments. Incumbents exercise judgment and independence in applying complex legal codes, policies and procedures and performing the full range of assigned duties. Specific duties and requirements will vary depending on area of assignment; however, all positions are characterized by thorough knowledge of court document processing and procedures. Incumbents may train and provide assistance to less experienced staff in resolving work problems.

These classes are distinguished from the class of Court Clerk 4 and Senior Court Clerk, which provide lead direction to a group of Court Clerk employees.

Court Clerk positions are flexibly staffed. In these classes, incumbents advance to the higher level after acquisition of the knowledge, skills and proficiencies required are mastered. However, in some cases, positions may be permanently allocated to either level of the classification, based on the nature of the work.
JUDGMENT AND RESPONSIBILITY

Incumbents work under general supervision to perform duties that are well-defined and in accordance with pre-established policies, procedures and standards. Incumbents must maintain confidentiality and must use sound judgment in performing court-related duties. Errors in work or judgment could result in inefficient operations of the court, improper and incorrect recording of legal proceedings and poor community relations. Incumbents have no responsibility for leading or supervising the work of others.

Essential Functions
The Court reserves the right to assign or reassign duties as required to achieve business and operational objectives. The essential functions listed below are considered standard duties of this position and, if/when assigned, must be accomplished effectively and efficiently. These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform entry-level to advanced journey-level legal processing duties.
• Provide customer service that bestows fair and equal access to the Court (e.g., assists the public and other agencies at the counter, on the telephones, via written communication, and via the Court's website by providing factual information related to forms usage and completion, filing processes, fees and assessments; status of cases, location of needed services or other information resources and related information and assistance within scope of authority).
• Receive, examine, and process legal documents for completeness, signature and conformance with legal requirements; return unacceptable documents; affix seals and stamps to endorse, certify, and/or file documents.
• Accept fines and fees; issue receipts; post payment of fines, bail and filing fees; balance assigned cash drawer.
• Prepare and maintain case files in accordance with established policy in creating a court-related legal record.
• Prepare, type and/or generate a variety of court-related legal forms, documents, notices, letters, orders and abstracts, as well as other correspondence related to legal filings and legal processes.
• Verify, enter, retrieve and update information in the case management system.
• Receive, open, date stamp, sorts and distributes mail and other materials.
• In accordance with established policies and procedures, respond to inquiries from the public, legal professionals, paraprofessionals, and other concerned parties regarding status of submitted documents and proceedings; copy and send requested materials from files.
• In accordance with established policies and procedures, act upon certain ministerial requests and legal filings (e.g. processing requests for clerk default).
• Assist and/or prepare warrants (e.g., issue/recall warrants, exonerate bail, prepare judgments, and dismiss or seal cases in accordance with established codes and court procedures).
• Assist and/or prepare court calendars (e.g., maintain documents; file legal documents and related case materials).
• Transport case files and documents to requesting clerks, managers, judicial officers and/or court users; assist with archiving and purging of court records.
• Handle research requests.
• Perform duties in support of jury activities (e.g., order, prepare and notify jurors of jury duty; record juror announcements, qualify jurors, and impanel juries; exercise judgment in granting juror deferments; present orientation and provide information to jurors; prepare payroll for jurors and maintain jury-related records and files).
• Perform other related duties as required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Employment Standards are intended to express the general expectations of the position, in addition to the essential functions provided above. It is expected that the incumbent would possess the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below at hire and/or within a reasonable amount of time after hire, through experience and training.
Knowledge Of:

• Correct use of English language, spoken and written, including spelling, punctuation and grammar
• Basic arithmetic
• Standard office equipment and systems
• Alphabetical and numerical filing system
• Principles of customer service and telephone etiquette
• Techniques of filing and indexing
• Techniques of time management
• Application of appropriate Statutory Codes, California Rules of Court and local rules relating to court procedures.
• Basic knowledge of established policies and procedures related to court proceedings, collections, legal procedures and documents used in court cases.
• Legal terminology, common legal format requirements, laws, rules, regulations and legislation affecting the court.
• General court system policies and procedures related to legal processing.
• Knowledge of Court's personnel policies and procedures.

Ability To:

• Understand and follow written and oral instructions; communicate and listen effectively.
• Work independently, follow policies and guidelines, maintain confidentiality of court-related records, and use sound judgment in performing court related work.
• Understand and comply with court policies and the Code of Ethics for Court Employees
• Accurately perform duties with attention to detail.
• Research, understand, explain and apply statutes, codes, procedures and rules.
• Examine documents for accuracy, completeness and conformity to requirements and take appropriate corrective action.
• Explain technical and procedural information clearly and concisely to the public, attorneys, law enforcement officials and other concerned parties.
• Utilize word processing, case management system and calendar/electronic communication software.
• Perform basic arithmetic.
• Handle and process money and issue receipts; balance cash drawers.
• Prioritize workload and projects to ensure tasks are performed timely and accurately in accordance with predetermined deadlines, policies and procedures.
• Manage multiple priorities and multi-task.
• Interact with legal professions, paraprofessional and the public in a respectful manner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management and other government organizations;
• Be responsible and accountable for their actions.
• Use office equipment, including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers and fax.
• Type/keyboard accurately at a minimum of 35 net words per minute.

Qualifications
The standard qualifications for this classification are listed below; however, any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities and the ability to perform the essential functions may qualify.
Education: High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Test (HiSET);
AND
Experience:

Court Clerk - Entry: One (1) year of clerical work experience, preferably in a legal or criminal justice setting, performing a wide variety of general clerical assignments.
Court Clerk: Two (2) years of experience as a Court Clerk-Entry with the Placer County or in a similar classification for a California Superior or Appellate Court.
Note: An Associates Degree, or higher, may be substituted for the one (1) year of clerical work experience required for the Court Clerk - Entry classification only.
AND
Typing/Keyboarding: Court Clerk positions require the ability to type/keyboard at a minimum of a corrected rate of 35 words per minute (WPM), utilizing a 5-minute test, and will be required to pass a certification test prior to employment.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Criminal History and Background Checks: Candidates are required to pass a fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Department of Justice (DOJ). Convictions, depending on the type, number and date, may be disqualifying.
License Requirement: Possession of a valid driver's license or the ability to provide alternate methods of transportation that meets job requirements.
Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required on a continuous basis to:

• Sit at a desk for extended periods of time in front of a computer screen;
• Demonstrate strength, dexterity, and coordination of hands to fingers to use a computer on a daily basis;
• Sit for long periods of time;
• Stand, and walk from place to place within the office;
• Routinely handle files of varying weights and thickness, single pieces of paper or stacks of papers and reference materials;
• Frequently twist or reach for items above and below desk level and reaches with hands and arms above shoulders and below the waist;
• Climb stairs when elevator is not accessible;
• Balance, bend at the waist or kneel
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds;
• Possess vision abilities required by the job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus to enable employee to decipher color coded files, forms, complete data entry and read operating instructions and procedures;.
• Possess hearing and speaking abilities required to clearly communicate with court staff and the public in person, on the telephone or in the courtroom.

Supplemental Information
Working Conditions: Job duties are generally performed in an indoor office setting with environmental controls. Assigned incumbents are expected to work inside buildings, alone, or closely with others. Assigned work is performed in a standard court setting with open cubicles, at the front public counters or in offices or an assignment in a courtroom. Routine noises and noise levels occur within the work environment. Staff may be assigned to various court locations in the county.
Normal business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overtime may occur on an occasional basis.
Special Working Conditions: Exposure to individuals who may be verbally hostile/abusive; allergens such as dust, perfume, unpleasant body/clothing odors. There may be exposure to evidence and testimony which may be disturbing.
Reasonable accommodation may be available to a qualified individual with a disability if it will enable them to perform the essential functions of this classification. If reasonable accommodation is required to participate in the recruitment process or to perform any of the functions and related tasks assigned or which may be assigned, please contact the Human Resources Division.
This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this job classification. It is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of personnel in all divisions and/or a location so classified, nor is it intended to limit the authority of supervisors or managers to assign or direct the activities of employees.
The Placer County Superior Court values its employees and offers full-time employees the following benefits (part-time employees will be pro-rated according to FTE, where applicable):

• Vacation Leave : Accruals start at ten (10) days per year (accrual rate and vacation caps are based on years of service.)
• Sick Leave : Twelve (12) days per year.
• Holidays : Fourteen paid holidays per year. If the Court conducts an All-Staff Training Day on the Cesar Chavez holiday, employees receive thirteen (13) paid holidays and one (1) floating holiday.
• Affordable Medical Benefits : The Court offers two (2) Blue Shield PPO medical plans, one (1) Blue Shield EPO medical plan and one (1) Kaiser medical plan. The Court pays 100% of the premium for one Blue Shield PPO plan and the Kaiser plan, regardless of coverage level.
• Dental Insurance : The Court pays 100% of premium for employee and dependents.
• Vision Insurance : The Court pays 100% of premium for employee and dependents.
• CalPERS Retirement : Classic = 2% @ 55; PEPRA = 2% @ 62. Specific benefit formula will be determined per California Public Employees Retirement System regulations. Employees pay 100% employee contribution and the Court pays 100% of employer contribution.
• Life and AD&D Insurance : 10,000 of life insurance and accident insurance is paid by the Court. Voluntary plans are also available, for employees to purchase additional coverage for themselves and their dependents.
• Social Security and Medicare : The Court and the employee both contribute 7.65% of wages toward Social Security and Medicare.
• State Disability and Paid Family Leave Insurances : Partial wage-replacement insurance plans are funded through employee payroll deductions.
• Employee Assistance Program: The Court pays 100% of premium for employee and dependents.
• CalPERS 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (Both traditional and Roth plans are available for voluntary employee contributions)
• Long-term Disability Plan (Voluntary)
• Flexible Spending Accounts : Pre-tax benefits for qualifying medical and/or dependent expenses. (Voluntary)
• Online Privacy Protection (Voluntary & paid by employer)
• Flexible Work Schedules (available dependent upon classification)
• Free Parking (onsite parking in designated areas)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) : Court employment qualifies for PSLF Program.

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Certification Statement: By completing this application and supplemental questionnaire, I hereby attest that all information I have provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that Human Resources staff may contact my employers to verify the information that I have provided. I understand that any misrepresentations, falsifications, or omissions of material facts may subject me to actions including removal from this examination and dismissal during any period of Superior Court employment. Do you agree with this certification statement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : South Lake Tahoe
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202200051
Department: Operations
Division: Courtroom Support
Opening Date: 05/05/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: UPE

Definition and Distinguishing Characteristics
Opening Date: May 5, 2025

Closing Date: Continuous

Recruitment Information: Candidates will be reviewed as applications are received

*Court Clerk Trainee Hourly Salary Range: $21.77 - $2.86
*Court Clerk Hourly Salary Range: 24.00 - 29.17
Under close and general supervision, the Court Clerk Trainee/Court Clerk performs a full range of clerical duties in support of Court operations, inside and outside the courtroom, including a variety of legal processing, public contact, clerical support, records management and courtroom clerk duties.

Court Clerk Trainee

At the entry level, a Court Clerk Trainee is expected to perform tasks of moderate difficulty under supervision. As proficiency increases, more independent job duties are assigned. Positions in this class may perform some courtroom clerk duties; however, the focus of their duties is legal processing, records management, clerical support and public contact (e.g., customer service). As experience is acquired, the incumbent performs duties with increasing independence. Generally, a Court Clerk Trainee advances to Court Clerk after a 12-month probationary period is completed with satisfactory performance. This class receives close supervision from a supervisor/manager and may receive training and assignments from a Court Clerk or Senior Court Clerk. This class is distinguished from the higher class of Court Clerk in that the latter is the journey-level classification within the series.

Court Clerk

This is the journey level in the Court Clerk series. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are typically filled by advancement from the Court Clerk Trainee classification, or, when filled from the outside, require prior clerical experience in a court or legal office setting. Prior to appointment to Court Clerk, an incumbent must be able to perform the full range of duties at the journey level and meet the qualification standards of the higher class. Court Clerk is distinguished from the higher class of Senior Court Clerk in that the latter is the advanced journey level in the series, provides lead work assistance and performs highly complex clerical work with a great degree of independence. The Court Clerk receives general supervision from a supervisor/manager and may receive training and assignments from a Senior Court Clerk. This class is distinguished from the higher class of Senior Court Clerk in that the latter is the advanced journey-level classification within the series.

Essential Functions and Duties
The Court reserves the right to assign or reassign duties as required to achieve business and operational objectives. When assigned, all the essential functions and duties listed below must be accomplished effectively, are standard, and may not be inclusive of all functions and duties that may be assigned. Essential functions and duties may include, but are not limited to those listed below.

• Reviews, files, conforms and processes documents; enters data and/or scans documents into the case management system; updates hard copy case files as needed.
• Interprets and applies a variety of policies, rules, procedures and regulations; understands statutes, court terminology and instructions related to court proceedings; explains and assists the public with legal filing processes, procedures and policies of Court operations; explains applicable laws, rules, policies and procedures to the public, justice partners and other staff in person and over the telephone.
• Performs daily accounting as required in accordance with Court policy and procedures; accepts fines and routine filing fees, computes filing and related fees, makes appropriate journal entries, issues receipts and balances cash drawers.
• Assists the Court in meeting reporting requirements by accurately maintaining case statistics and grant timesheet reporting.
• Performs calendaring functions such as copying, distributing and posting calendars after removal of confidential information; prepares, notates/marks with needed information and updates calendars; locates and pulls all hard copy cases on calendar; ensures all documents relevant to proceedings are in the case file (electronic/hard copy); routes hard copy cases to appropriate bench officer; updates tentative ruling system; records, processes and/or schedules remote appearances as required; processes all requests for setting trials, continuances and/or requests to advance or drop hearings; contacts Court-appointed counsel regarding availability; makes appointment changes in the case management system as needed; schedules hearings, prepares and sends applicable notice to litigants and posts fees as required.
• Performs courtroom functions such as assisting the bench officer in all aspects of Court procedures, status of cases, fines, calendar and special circumstances; marks, admits and keeps track of all exhibits by creating a list; secures all exhibits daily; swears in all witnesses and keeps a record in the minute order; swears in prospective jurors, jurors and alternates and keeps track of hardships, peremptory challenges by counsel and maintains a juror seating chart; maintains paperwork necessary for the jury coordinator to perform duties; attends court sessions, takes notes and prepares minute orders for all Court proceedings to include mandatory wording pursuant to state law for the official court record; calculates and tracks required court reporter and jury fees at the end of each trial day; prepares, reviews and distributes orders, rulings, judgments, jury instructions, verdicts, prison abstracts and correspondence as required; prepare orders, rulings, judgments and correspondence for the bench officer; updates case management system(s) as required.
• Processes all appeals filed with the Court.
• Performs jury functions such as preparing the jury payroll; generating the Jury Failure to Appear Report; preparing and sending Orders to Show Cause; checks in jurors and updates system(s); prints courtroom reports as needed; prepares all other related notices; allocates, prints and mails summons as needed; answers phones; processes juror requests; takes messages off jury line and returns calls; interacts/coordinates activities with the jury management system vendor; updates Elections Department regarding changes in voter status.
• Provides informal or formalized training to other Court staff in procedures, processes or duties in areas of proficiency; assists in procedure development and changes; performs long-term, specialized assignments or projects.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with judicial officers, other staff, members of the public, the parties and others encountered during work.
• Performs a wide variety of technical Court operations duties as necessary to provide back-up coverage for other staff.
• Travels between Court facilities to perform duties as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards
Minimum Qualifications

Court Clerk Trainee

Either I

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED.

AND

Experience: One (1) year of experience performing clerical duties. Knowledge of legal documents and court processes and the ability to apply rules and procedures pertaining to court actions is desirable.

Or II

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED.

AND

Experience: One (1) year of work experience which required the use of customer service skills likely to produce the required knowledge and abilities in order to work well under pressure and exercise good judgment, tact and initiative in stressful situations.

Or III

Education: Completion of an Associate of Arts degree or higher level of education from an accredited college or university in a course of study related to the knowledge, skills and abilities for the classification.

Court Clerk

Either I

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED.

AND

Experience: One (1) year experience in the class of Court Clerk Trainee in El Dorado County Superior Court service.

Or II

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED.

AND

Experience: Two (2) years' experience performing duties that required a knowledge of legal documents and court processes and the ability to apply rules and procedures pertaining to court actions.

Substitution: 1) Completion of an Associate of Arts degree or higher level of education from an accredited college or university in a course of study related to the knowledge, skills and abilities for the classification; or 2) Completion of a legal assistant or paralegal certificate program from an accredited business school, college or university may be substituted for the required experience up to a maximum of one (1) year.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience working in a court setting or the legal field.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• The legal system and Court procedures, practices and terminology.
• Court office processes and procedures including filing, conforming and processing legal documents; records management practices and procedures; organizing and maintaining accurate files and records.
• Statutes relating to court legal processes and procedures, including but not limited to the California Rules of Court; Code of Civil Procedure; Penal Code; Welfare and Institutions Code; Vehicle Code; and other applicable statutes, processes and procedures applicable to work assignment.
• Clerical, courtroom, appellate and jury procedures and processes.
• Business arithmetic and basic accounting.
• Training principles and practices.
• Modern office methods and technology including the use of a personal computer and related software and case management systems.
• Principles and practices of sound business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.

Ability to:

• Keyboard and typing skills to prepare timely, error-free correspondence, reports and other documents and to ensure the workflow is processed timely and accurately.
• Listening skills to enable the individual to ascertain and note important points in Court proceedings and to take notice to the degree that workflow in courtroom trials and hearings is processed timely and accurately.
• Work under the pressure of deadlines, conflicting demands and emergencies.
• Perform a set of tasks in accordance with established policies, procedures, statutes and standards.
• Prepare clear, accurate and effective correspondence, reports, policies, procedures and other written materials.
• Enter and retrieve data from case management systems accurately and efficiently.
• Organize and prioritize work, meet critical deadlines and coordinate multiple tasks.
• Work independently, overseeing and coordinating assigned responsibilities.
• Make decisions under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Perform detailed, complex and difficult courtroom support work quickly and accurately.
• Exercise initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Use strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of Court staff, elected and appointive bodies and members of the general public.
• Use work-related computer applications such as e-mail, word processing and/or the internet.
• Maintain confidentiality of information where standards require and exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Support operational and administrative goals.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions and instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Other Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver's license may be required depending on the position or the ability to provide alternate methods of transportation that meets job requirements.
• Candidates are required to pass a fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Department of Justice (DOJ). Convictions, depending on the type, number and date, may be disqualifying.
• All Court employees must take the Oath of Allegiance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements : Strength, dexterity, coordination and vision to use a keyboard and monitor; hearing to communicate with the public and Court staff; ability to sit for extended periods of time; walk or otherwise move within the Court facilities; reach with hands and arms; vision to read and write material; sufficient strength to lift, carry, push or pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds; lifting position may be from floor to waist, and/or from the waist to an overhead position; to stoop, kneel, squat and crouch to pick-up or move objects, office equipment and records; speak clearly on the telephone and before groups.

Working Environment: Work is performed in an office environment with little exposure to outside temperatures or dirt and dust. Incumbents are expected to work inside buildings, along or closely with others. The working conditions are typically quiet but may be loud at times at some locations. The noise level and traffic level in the work environment are similar to a busy office. Normal business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Work outside of these hours may be necessary in certain circumstances.

NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job classification, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
BENEFITS

• Vacation: Accruals start at ten (10) days per year for full-time employees (increases with years of service).
• Holidays: Eleven (11) paid holidays plus four (4) floating holidays for full-time employees.
• Sick Leave: Twelve (12) days per year for full-time employees.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage is offered to employees and their eligible dependents, with a significant portion of the health benefit contributions paid by the Court.
• Retirement: CalPERS retirement is the benefit offered by the County CalPERS program in effect at the date of hire. The Court does not currently contribute to Social Security.
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance: The Court provides basic employee life and AD&D insurance. Employees may elect to purchase supplemental life or AD&D insurance subject to the provisions of the respective insurance plan.
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance: The Court provides and pays for LTD insurance subject to the provisions of the respective insurance plan.
• Flexible Spending Account: The ability to deduct a portion of your salary before taxes to apply towards qualified medical expenses and/or child care expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program: Employees may use this program for up to six (6) visits per year at no cost to the employee. Services are completely confidential.
• Deferred Compensation: The Court offers two (2) deferred compensation plans for employees who wish to participate through payroll deduction.
• Pet Healthcare Program: Voluntary employee-paid benefit.

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Salary : $107,035.97 - $130,102.89 Annually
Location : Fairfield and Vallejo, CA
Job Type: Full or Part-time
Job Number: 20230002
Department: Court Reporters
Opening Date: 12/14/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: SEIU 1021

Job Definition

Under direction, prepare and transcribe official verbatim recordings of court proceedings using machine shorthand; and to perform related work as assigned. Certified voice writers are also eligible to apply for the position of Court Reporter. This classification is full-time, represented and non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Essential Functions (Core Competencies)

• Records verbatim testimony and court proceedings using an accepted method of machine shorthand or using voice writing technology.
• Requests clarification of instructions, orders, or other actions to properly note the official record.
• Prepares and reads back all or portions of the official court proceedings upon instruction from the Judicial Officer.
• Reviews and certifies printed transcripts of court proceedings.
• Explains terminology, procedures and regulations related to transcription, billing and collection.
• Obtains supplies and maintenance for own equipment.
• Contacts law enforcement agencies, laboratories and others regarding spelling of names of personnel, slang, testing procedures, curriculum vitae, etc.
• Uses reference materials for accurate spelling of medical, technical and other specialized vocabulary.
• Maintains current knowledge of State regulations related to court reporting.
• Works effectively with a diverse clientele.
• Maintains confidentiality of records.
• Collects statistical information and prepares reports, as necessary.
• Performs other related work as required by business needs.

The ideal job applicant will possess all of the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) listed below, including other KSAs and meet all minimum requirements. A more detailed list of minimum requirements and KSAs is available upon request in the form of a job specification. Reasonable accommodation requests will be considered during pre-employment testing period and after employment when requested, medically documented, and determined by the court to be appropriate under applicable law.
Required Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - The successful applicant will possess the following (KSAs):

• Techniques and procedures for use of machine shorthand equipment, including real-time computer aided approaches and/or voice writing and transcription.
• Knowledge of trial court system and legal terminology.
• Knowledge of courtroom procedures and protocol.
• Knowledge of laws, codes, and regulations related to court reporting services.
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to attend to and distinguish multiple voices.
• Modern office equipment, which may include computer, computer programs, fax, copier, etc.
• Understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
• Communicate with diplomacy and courtesy.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Organize and manage multiple priorities.

Educational and Work Experience Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a certificate as a Certified Shorthand Reporter issued by the State of California or evidence of successful testing in accordance with Government Code § 69942 for either shorthand reporting skills or voice writing reporting skills.

Desirable Qualifications

• Five percent (5%) additional pay differential, if deemed real time capable.

OR

• Ten percent (10%) additional pay differential, if real time certified by NCRA.

Supplemental Information

License Requirement

A valid California driver's license may be required or the ability to provide alternate transportation if prohibited by a medically documented disability from obtaining a driver's license.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The duties assigned to this position requires standing, walking, use hands to finger, handle, pinch, pull objects or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, and balance. Customarily, assigned work includes the need to sit for long periods of time and may include frequent lifting of up to approximately 10 pounds. Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required. Some bending, stooping, and/or squatting may be necessary. The noise and traffic level in the work environment are similar to a busy business office. Reasonable accommodation requests will be considered during pre-employment testing period and after employment when requested, medically documented, and determined by the court to be appropriate under applicable law.
Solano Superior Court employees are valued. The court offers an excellent benefit package:

• CalPERS retirement (specific benefit determined pursuant to the Public Employee Pension Reform Act of 2013)
• Participation in Social Security, Medicare and State Disability Insurance;
• Medical insurance (plans offered by CalPERS), dental insurance (HMO & PPO plans), and vision insurance with generous employer contribution toward premium;
• Supplemental retirement plan (457 deferred compensation plan through CalPERS);
• Flexible spending account for qualifying medical, dependent care or transportation expenses;
• Basic life insurance at no cost to employee; employees may purchase additional life insurance for self and dependents;
• Sick leave earned at approximately 12 days per year;
• Vacation earned at approximately 10 days per year, increasing to 15 days per year after 3 years to 17.5 days after 5 years to 21 days after 10 years and 22 days after 20 years;
• Floating holiday of 2 days per year (may be prorated first year);
• Employee assistance program available at no cost to employee for self and dependents.
• Longevity pay after 10 years.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page:
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Do you possess a certificate as a Certified Shorthand Reporter issued by the State of California or evidence of successful testing in accordance with Government Code § 69942 for either shorthand reporting skills or voice writing reporting skills?

• Yes
• No

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Salary : $8,314.80 - $0,609.73 Monthly
Location : County of Monterey, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25/2006A/06DG
Department: Court Services
Opening Date: 05/28/2025

Description
• SIGNING INCENTIVE- $2 ,000 total for a full-time Court Reporter ; 10,000 the first pay period after one full month of employment, 5,000 the first pay period after one-year anniversary, and 5,000 after two-year anniversary*
• FULL-TIME COURT REPORTERS START AT ; pay step consistent with their experience.
• STUDENT LOAN AND EQUIPMENT ALLOWANCE ; $10, 00 for each full-time newly certified and hired court reporter; 5,000 initial payment, payable the first pay period after hire, 5,000 the first pay period after one-year anniversary. *
• RETENTION PAYMENT FOR CURRENT FULL-TIME COURT REPORTERS ; $1 ,000 for each full-time Court Reporter employed as of March 1, 2025, and through the first full pay period of February 1, 2026, in a good standing with the Court and the Court of Appeals; 7,500 first full pay period following September 1, 2025: 7,500 first full pay period following February 1, 2026.
• FINDERS FEE FOR COURT EMPLOYEES WHO REFER OFFICIAL COURT REPORTERS TO THE COURT ; $5 000 total; 2,500 after new hire's orientation; 2,500 at new hire's one-year anniversary.*

*for hires prior to July 1, 2026.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
• Pay Differential for Realtime Services:

4% for Court Certified, 7 % for Nationally Certified.
• Court Reporter State License Fee:

Reimbursed at actual cost up to $200 per calendar year, subject to eligibility.
• Reimbursement for Annual Association Membership Fee:

Reimbursed at actual cost up to $5 0. for the annual National Court Reporters' Association (NCRA) and/or California Court Reporters's Association (CCRA) membership fee.
• Reimbursement for Equipment and Software Expenses:

Reimbursed at actual cost up to $6 0 per calendar year for the purchase of equipment, equipment maintenance, or software required for Court-assigned court reporting or captioning.
• Reimbursement for Convention Registration Fee:

Reimbursed at actual cost up to $5 0 per calendar year for member cost of registration for the California Court Reporters Association (CCRA) annual convention.
• Educational Assistance Policy:

Up to $1 00. per year.
This recruitment will remain open until the position has been filled.
DESCRIPTION
Under direction, the official court reporter is responsible for the verbatim official record; provides readback upon request; prepares certified transcripts of the proceedings; and performs other related duties.

Employment Standards/Typical Qualifications:

Certification by the California Department of Consumer Affairs Certified Shorthand Reporters Board is required. Incumbents provide and maintain the necessary equipment for the transcription of court proceedings. A valid California Driver's license may be required. Employees in this classification may be required to use their own vehicle to travel between facilities.

Court Reporter realtime skills and/or certification are desirable. A pay differential is available for realtime services.
Examples of Duties

Positions in this class may perform any or all of the below listed duties. These should be interpreted as examples of the work, and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

1. Primary work is to attend court sessions as assigned and make verbatim stenographic records of the proceedings.
2. Provide immediate readback of all or portions of the court proceedings upon instruction of the judge.
3. Prepare printed, electronic or digital media transcripts of court proceedings.
4. Review and certify transcripts for accuracy, and files transcripts of court proceedings as required by statutes and as ordered by the Court.
5. Prioritize requests for transcripts in order to meet legal timelines.
6. Maintain a variety of electronic and paper files of the court record for which the reporter is directly responsible, prepares daily transcripts as needed, and provides transcripts of proceedings on request of parties or by order of the court.
7. Serve as a relief or floater reporter when needed in any court location.
8. Upload court reporter notes monthly to the "Court Reporter notes archival system."
9. Perform related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications & Examples of Experience and Training

Knowledge and Abilities
Any combination of education, training and/or experience which substantially demonstrates the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge of:

1. California Law, Rules of Court, court forms and procedures that relate to court reporting services.
2. Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, vocabulary and punctuation.
3. Courtroom practices and procedures.
4. Legal terminology, basic medical and other specialized and technical terminology required for court proceedings and protocol.
5. Computer equipment and data processing programs.

Ability to:

1. Hear and distinguish words spoken in varying tones and volumes.
2. Use Computer-Aided Transcription (CAT).
3. Record verbatim testimony at a rate certified to perform the work.
4. Provide read back of all or portions of the record instantaneously upon request as may be required in examination of witnesses or request of the jury.
5. Promptly prepare transcripts of proceedings when appropriate and certify the final transcript.
6. Safely maintain the files and notes of the court record for which court reporters are responsible.
7. Work independently with minimum supervision.
8. Handle more than one task simultaneously, while maintaining a sense of direction.
9. Maintain attention to detail; organize and prioritize work and meet critical time deadlines.
10. Maintain confidential information where legal standards so require.
11. Type accurately and operate a personal computer and other types of office equipment.
12. Use, adjust, move and perform minor maintenance of stenographic and similar equipment related to work.
13. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
14. Provide excellent customer service; establish and maintain effective work relationships with judges, judicial officers, professional and clerical staff, attorneys, and the general public.
15. Be available and have reliable ways to be contacted when needed on assignment in other locations.
16. Keep equipment readily available and be prepared to go to another assignment in a different department or location as needed in little advance notice.

EXAMPLES OF EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

The knowledge and skills listed above may be acquired through various types of experience, education, or training, typically:

Experience: Three (3) years of significant, directly related certified shorthand reporting or voice writing experience, preferably in a court environment.

Education: Equivalent to graduation from the twelfth grade (high school) or GED.

License: Possess and maintain a license as a Certified Shorthand Reporter or a license as a voice writer issued by the State of California.
Other Information

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

1. During the hours court is open for transaction of judicial business, incumbents shall not engage in, or solicit to engage in any other employment in their professional capacity. Other transcriptions not mandatory by statute must be done on own time outside of work hours. The incumbent primary duties are to attend court and transcribe transcripts that are mandatory by statute and/or ordered by the court.
   
   
2. Incumbents provide, move/handle and maintain their own equipment and cover the costs of transcribing the record in return for a fee set by statute.

REQUIRED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

As a condition of employment, the incumbent will be required to:

1. To possess and maintain an active, valid certified Shorthand Reporter license issued by the State of California.
2. Successfully pass a background investigation.
3. Possess a valid current California class C license, (or) the employee must be able to provide suitable transportation approved by the hiring authority.
4. Applicants must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Convictions, depending upon the type, number and date, may be disqualifying.
5. Work history: False statements or omission of facts regarding background or employment history may result in disqualification or dismissal.
6. Incumbent provides and maintains, at own expense, all necessary equipment and materials to produce verbatim record, pursuant to California Rules of Court, Rule 10.810(b) (8) 810.
7. Incumbent is prohibited from holding any outside employment which conflicts with providing services to the court.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

The physical and sensory abilities required for this classification include:

Ability to:

1. Sit at a desk and/or in front of a stenographic machine or computer video display terminal for extended periods of time.
2. Hear well enough to understand faint conversation.
3. Incumbent may be exposed to volatile courtroom situations, unpleasant odors, and/or distasteful evidence.
4. Twist and bend your neck while sitting at a desk in front of a stenographic machine.

The Superior Court of California, County of Monterey offers a comprehensive benefits program. The below benefits summary is based on a full-time position benefits may be prorated for part-time positions:

Vacation : Accrues at the rate of 3.7 hours per 80 hours earned in a biweekly pay period. The accrual rate increases after 3, 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years of service.

Holidays : 14 days a year.

Sick Leave : Provides salary continuation for absence due to illness and is earned at the rate of 3.08 hours 80 hours earned in a biweekly pay period.

Bereavement Leave : Up to 3 days of paid leave.

Educational Leave : Two 8-hour day per calendar year.

Education Reimbursement : Up to 1,000 per year.
Medical Insurance : employee and dependent coverage available.

Dental Insurance : employee and dependent coverage available.

Vision Care Insurance : employee and dependent coverage available.

Life Insurance : 50,000 life insurance policy.

Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation program is available.

Retirement : Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Employer and Employee (based on percentage of pay) contributes into CalPERS

This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The
benefits and wages listed in the Court Personnel Policies or applicable MOU
prevail over this listing.
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Applicants applying for this position must submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will provide additional information about your background and experience related to this position and considered in the selection process. Please be concise and specific with your responses. Completeness, neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling, and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses. Only completed applications with the required proof of meeting the position requirements will move forward to the application and supplemental questions screening. Please mark yes if you have read and understand this question.

• Yes
• No

02

The use of AI-generated text, chatbots, or automated tools to craft or significantly alter your responses is strictly prohibited and will be considered as incomplete (Incomplete applications will not be considered). Please mark yes if you have read and understand this question.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you posses and maintain a license as a Certified Shorthand Reporter issued by the State of California, and you are currently in good standing?

• Yes
• No

04

If your answer to question #3 above is Yes, please provide the following:

1. Attach a copy of your current CSR card to the online application; or
2. Scan and email a copy of your current CSR card to ; or
3. Fax a copy of your current CSR card to Human Resources at ( ; or
4. Mail a copy of your current CSR card or license to: Human Resources, Monterey County Superior Court, 240 Church Street, Room 308, Salinas, CA 93901.

Failure to provide a copy of your current CSR card will result in incomplete application materials and you will not move forward in the application process. The copy of your current CSR card must be received by the first screening date, subsequent screening dates or the final filing date as listed on the recruitment posting in order to receive consideration.

• I have attached a copy of my current CSR card to the on-line application.
• I have scanned and emailed a copy of my current CSR card to the email address noted above.
• I have faxed a copy of my current CSR card to the number noted above.
• I have mailed a copy of my current CSR card to the address noted above.
• I do NOT have a Certified Shorthand Reporter Card

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Has your license ever been suspended or revoked?

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered yes to question #5, please provide the details.
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Do you posses a current Realtime Reporters certification by either the National Court Reporter's Association or the Deposition Reporter's Association or are you qualified to be certified by the Court as a Realtime Reporter?

• National Court Reporter's Association Certification
• Deposition Reporter's Association Certification
• Qualified to be certified by the Court

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Do you possess at least three (3) years of significant, directly related shorthand reporting experience?

• Yes
• No

09

Have you been subject to other disciplinary action by the Court Reporters Board of California or the equivalent board of another state?

• Yes
• No

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If your answer is yes to question #9, please provide the details.
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Please list the various time-related deadlines for production of the following transcripts as well as which statutory or other authority governs the deadlines:

1. Juvenile Writs,
2. Preliminary Hearings, and
3. Appeals.

12

As a court reporter there are competing demands to attend court sessions as well as provide timely transcripts mandated by statute. How do you prioritize your work in order to meet deadlines?
13

Has there ever been a time where an extension was needed to complete a transcript? If so, why and how was the transcription completed?
14

Were you referred to Monterey County Superior Court by a current employee of the Court? If yes, please provide that employee's name.
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Under direction of the Chief Hearing Reporter and Presiding Workers' Compensation Judge, the Hearing Reporter provides assistance and support to Workers' Compensation Judges and to the Department of Industrial Relations in adjudication and administrative matters. Takes verbatim accounts of conferences, hearings, trials, and other formal meetings in machine shorthand. Takes and transcribes dictated summaries of hearings. Prepares verbatim transcripts and other legal or administrative documents using computer-aided transcription and word-processing software. Enters statistical data in data management programs. Copies and scans documents using various office equipment. Performs incidental related clerical and stenographic work.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3

To be considered for this Hearing Reporter job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40-hour work week)

This advertisement will run until filled with the cutoff date for review of applications on the 3rd Friday of each month.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
This position is located at:

1500 Hughes Way, Suite C203
Long Beach, CA 90810

The incumbent works in a smoke-free environment. Work may be performed in high-rise buildings with elevators and stairs or in courtrooms/offices at ground level, under LED lighting, controlled temperature, quiet to moderate noise levels. Cubicle with computer, phone, and other office equipment. The position requires the ability for prolonged sitting and to work at a computer for extended periods of time and to move and transport office items including stenotype equipment and documents in a safe manner. May require travel to other locations throughout the state.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• HEARING REPORTER

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-483943

Position #(s):
-195

Working Title:
Court Reporter

Classification:
HEARING REPORTER $7,001.00 - $8,760.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Los Angeles County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established in 1927. Its mission is to improve working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR administers and enforces laws governing wages, workplace safety and health, apprenticeship training programs, and medical care and other benefits for injured workers.

Electronic Submission of Applications preferred. Application Packages maybe submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at Applications must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on or before the above final filing date.

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions" section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
  
  
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (cert, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
  
  
• Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
  
  
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Department Website:

Special Requirements

• Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• Experience:

One year of experience taking and transcribing verbatim accounts of conferences, hearings, proceedings, trials, and other formal meetings in shorthand or machine shorthand writing; or

Possession of a State of California License as a Certified Shorthand Reporter; or

Possession of a Certificate of Proficiency or a Certificate of Merit issued by the National Shorthand Reporters' Association (NSRA). (Completion of 18 months of full-time study at a school specializing in Hearing Reporter training may be substituted for not more than half of the required experience under Pattern 1.)

• Ability to type at a rate of not less than 50 net words per minute.

Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Industrial Relations
Cert Mailing Address Sacramento
Attn: Certifications Unit
2180 Harvard Street Suite 160

Sacramento , CA 95815

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Industrial Relations
Cert Drop Off Address Sacramento

2180 Harvard Street Suite 160

Sacramento , CA 95815

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure to ensure that written materials are free of errors;
• Knowledge of legal, medical, and other technical terminology;
• Knowledge of customary hearing procedures;
• Knowledge of computer-aided transcription (CAT) software;
• Skill to adapt to changing situations and maintain a calm and even disposition under trying circumstances;
• Skill to act impartially towards all parties during a proceeding;
• Skill to follow oral and written directions;
• Skill to complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner;
• Skill to operate the stenographic machine at the speed required to effectively report all proceedings;
• Ability to read and write English at a level equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and as required for successful job performance;
• Ability to take dictation at the rate of 200 words per minute in shorthand or machine shorthand writing;
• Ability to record hearings verbatim continuously for several hours and transcribe notes with skill, speed, and accuracy after an interval of time;
• Ability to dictate accurately and clearly from notes;
• Ability to hear the spoken word (with our without aids)
• Ability to maintain consistent and regular attendance;
• Ability to develop and maintain knowledge and skills related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools, and equipment;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to tactfully interrupt court proceedings to clarify testimony;
• Ability to maintain and balance priorities to ensure a consistent workflow.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Sick and Vacation
• 11 Paid State Holidays
• Alternate/Modified Work Schedule
• 401(k), 457 and Roth IRA Plans
• Retirement (CalPERS)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Pre-Tax Parking Program

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
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Salary : $115,606.40 - $29,979.20 Annually
Location : Santa Cruz Courthouse, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 0008
Department: Operations Court wide
Division: Court Reporters
Opening Date: 10/02/2024
Closing Date: 12/31/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Court Reporter Hiring Incentives

• 25,000 total for full-time Court Reporters hired after September 1, 2024. (Paid as follows: 15,000 following hire date, 5,000 after 2080 hours of service and 5,000 after 4160 hours of service. Payments contingent on funding)
  
• Court Reporter State License Fee and Education - Reimbursed at actual cost up to 600 per calendar year, subject to eligibility.
  
• Realtime Payment - Additional 300 per half day and 600 for full day on top of base pay when performing real-time services.

DEFINITION:

Under direction, to report and transcribe verbatim accounts of court proceedings; and perform other duties as required.

Court Reporters differ from Court Recording Monitors in that Court Reporters record verbatim testimony and court proceedings using stenographic equipment, transcribe the testimony and certify as to correctness; while Court Recording Monitors operate tape recording equipment to produce the official verbatim record of court proceedings, which are later transcribed by others.
Incumbents are required to complete transcripts within the time standards set by law. Substantial error in transcription or read-back could affect the verdict of a trial or be the cause of reversal of a trial or proceeding at the appellate level.
TYPICAL TASKS :
Record verbatim testimony and court proceedings using stenographic equipment; request clarification of instructions, orders or other actions to properly note the official record; prepare and read back all or portions of the official court proceedings upon instruction from the judge; prioritize request for transcripts, in order to meet legal deadlines; prepare printed and/or magnetic media transcripts using computer-aided transcription software; review and certify printed transcripts of court proceedings; maintain a variety of electronic and paper files; prepare daily transcripts; explain procedures for obtaining transcripts; and may use realtime capabilities for hearing impaired litigants or jurors.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledges and abilities is qualifying, unless otherwise specified. A typical way to obtain these knowledges and abilities would be:

Completion of required course work to obtain certification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS

During the hours the court is open for the transaction of judicial business, incumbents shall devote full time to performance of the duties required of them by law and shall not engage in, or solicit to engage in any other employment in their professional capacity.

Certification/Registration: Possess and maintain a valid certificate as a Certified Shorthand Reporter or Certified Court Reporter, issued by the current licensing body.

Background Investigation: Fingerprinting is required.

Special Working Conditions: Exposure to offensive odors, testimony and evidence which may be disturbing, rapid and repetitive hand and finger movement.

Other Special Requirements: Incumbents provide and maintain their own equipment and cover the costs of transcribing the record, in return for a fee set by statute. Incumbents reporting and transcribing death penalty case proceedings are mandated to use computer aided transcription equipment and are required to provide transcripts daily. Incumbents may be required to travel to crime scenes, or locations at issue in a proceeding.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Working knowledge of:

• Grammar, vocabulary, spelling and punctuation.
• Legal, medical and computer terminology.

Some knowledge of:

• Business law.
• Administration of Justice.
• California law.
• Rules of Court, as they apply to the duties of the official court reporter.

ABILITY TO:

• Take shorthand on stenographic machines for extended periods of time with a high degree of accuracy.
• Discern and accurately record testimony and proceedings in a noisy environment with multiple distractions, requiring focus and concentration.
• Perform repetitive work requiring finger dexterity for extended periods of time.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Speak clearly and loudly to read back testimony.
• Prioritize work.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of business.
• Sit for long periods of time without a break.
• Lift and move boxes of supplies and reporting equipment weighing up to twenty pounds.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SEIU AND CWA REPRESENTED EMPLOYEES

Annual Leave: 22 days first year, increasing to 37 days after 15 years of service. Maximum balance is 2 ½ times annual accrual. Balance paid out upon separation. No accruals available for use until end of 1040 hours of employment.

Holidays: 14.5 paid holidays per year.

Retirement: CalPERS retirement plan (2% at age 62) integrated with Social Security; employee contributes 7% of salary pre-tax.

Medical: The Court contracts with CalPERS for a variety of health plans. For most plans Court contributions pay a large majority of the premiums for employees and dependents. Opt-Out for cash is available.

Dental: Court pays for employee and dependent coverage.

Vision: Court pays for employee and dependent coverage.

Life Insurance: Court paid $ 0,000 term policy for employee only; supplemental employee-paid plan available for employee and dependents.

Short Term Disability: Court paid; provides 66 2/3 of weekly salary up to maximum of 2,000 per week.

Long Term Disability: Court paid; provides 66 2/3 of monthly salary up to maximum of 9,000 per month.

Deferred Compensation: 457b plan available; employee voluntary deductions only.

Retiree Health Program : Retirees with at least 5 years of service with our court will have a portion of their monthly CalPERS health insurance cost paid. For retirees with at least 25 years of service, the Court will pay a 100% of the premium for the lowest cost applicable CalPERS HMO or Medicare HMO insurance premium not to exceed 1,000.00 Employees must work with the Court for at least 5 years to qualify and each employee contributes 1% of their base pay on a pre-tax basis to partially fund the Court's retiree health program.
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Do you possess a valid California certificate as a Certified Shorthand Reporter or Certified Court Reporter?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

T he Riverside County Sheriff's Office has an opportunity for multiple Court Deputies t hroughout Riverside County . Incumbents will serve as a peace officer responsible for maintaining security in the Superior Courts of the County of Riverside, maintaining order in the courts, providing assistance to the judges, assisting in the service of civil and criminal documents, and performing other related duties as required.

Competitive candidates will have previous experience working for a law enforcement agency in the court room or on-patrol.

The Court Deputy is a journey level classification and reports to an appropriate supervisory or manager level position. Incumbents have peace officer authority while on-duty as Court Deputies in the Superior Courts of the County of Riverside. When not needed in the courtrooms, they serve civil and criminal documents in the field or assist in processing office paperwork.

Meet the Team!

The law enforcement professionals of the Riverside County Sheriff's Office, with a staff of over 3,600 dedicated men and women, cover the expanse of over 7,300 square miles in southern California. The Sheriff's Office is dedicated to serving the citizens of its communities with integrity, professionalism, leadership, and loyalty and believes in service above self.• Maintain security in Superior Court and enforce the regulations of the courts; preserve order among spectators and participants in court proceedings.

• Respond to requests from the judges or commissioners for assistance.

• Take charge of jurors during their deliberations to ensure that legal procedures and regulations are accurately carried out; answer inquiries from jury members, the general public, attorneys, and participants in such matters as court procedures, customs, and regulations.

• Take defendants into custody; arrange for transportation for the court and jury to scenes in questions.

• Obtain and deliver requested legal papers, books, and documents.

• Transport prisoners to and from the courtroom and detention facility.

• When not needed in the courtrooms, serve limited civil and criminal documents or assist in processing office paperwork.Education: Graduation from high school, or possession of a Certificate of Proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education, or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.

License/Certificate : Possession of a California Driver's License is required.

Possession of a State of California Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic, Intermediate or Advanced Certificate.

OR

Successful completion of a State of California Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Academy.

Note: If a period of three years has elapsed since employment as a full-time peace officer in California and/or completion of the P.O.S.T. Basic Academy, successful completion of the California Basic Course Equivalency Examination administered by P.O.S.T. is required prior to employment.

U.S. Citizenship must be obtained by time of appointment.

Applicants must meet the following State of California Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements: Vision: Applicants who wear glasses or hard contact lenses must have uncorrected vision of no worse than 20/40 correctable to 20/20. For soft contact lenses being worn for up to one year or more correctable to 20/20, there are no uncorrected requirements. Please note: Applicants must have normal peripheral fields and color vision. Hearing: Applicants must not have hearing loss greater than 25dB frequencies of 500 to 6,000 in either ear. Hearing aides are not permitted to meet these requirements.

Ability to: Accept and complete assignments without close supervision; learn, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to court procedures and the serving of civil and criminal processes; analyze situations and adopt effective and reasonable courses of action; anticipate and prevent or control emergency situations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively orally and in writing.Contact
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Brittney Mathis at or .