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Certified Court Reporter
Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Orleans Parish Criminal District Court
New Orleans, Louisiana
Position Summary
Orleans Parish Criminal District Court is seeking a qualified Court Reporter to create and maintain the official verbatim record of court proceedings. The Court Reporter is responsible for transcribing spoken or recorded speech into written form using a stenograph machine or voice-writing technology in combination with digital recording systems.
This position prepares, certifies, and distributes official transcripts of court proceedings as directed by the Court and ensures the accuracy, security, and integrity of the official legal record.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Create accurate, verbatim records of court proceedings using stenographic or voice-writing methods.
Prepare, edit, certify, and distribute official transcripts as directed by the Court.
Maintain a complete, accurate, and secure record of court proceedings.
File transcripts with appellate courts as required.
Ensure proper operation and use of stenographic or digital recording equipment.
Maintain confidentiality of court proceedings and records.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Certified Court Reporter (CCR) or equivalent certification required.
Demonstrated proficiency in court reporting and transcript preparation.
Knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures.
Ability to produce accurate transcripts within required timeframes.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Benefits
Employees of the Court may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Louisiana State Employees’ Retirement System (LASERS) participation
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
Ability to speak and hear clearly.
Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to reach, bend, and stoop as necessary to perform job duties.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and relevant certification for consideration to employment@criminalcourt.org.
Official Court Reporter, Nineteenth West Judicial Circuit, Div. 1 – Benton County
Job Type: Full Time
The Official Court Reporter is responsible for the reporting of all judicial proceedings assigned to the judge, regardless of the nature, difficulty, or location for the proceedings conducted within the assigned judicial circuit. This position is responsible for preserving the court record and exhibits and, when requested, preparation of the official transcript of proceedings. As a representative of the Judiciary, the Official Court Reporter must maintain a high degree of integrity, decorum, and respect for court personnel, other agencies, and the public.
Applicants must be a Certified Court Reporter, as required by Arkansas Supreme Court Rule in good standing.
Applicants should send their resume and contact information to andy.stegall@bentoncountyar.gov and Robin.Green@bentoncountyar.gov.
This position is eligible for most state benefits including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance and retirement.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Anticipated start date: January 6, 2025
The City of New Orleans Civil Service Commission has issued an RFQ for Court Reporters
The City of New Orleans Civil Service Commission has issued an RFQ for court reporters. All of the information about the RFQ is on the Department of Civil Service website  Civil Service – Topics – Management Services Division – Documents and Forms – City of New Orleans (nola.gov).
The deadline for submissions is August 20.
United States District Court Eastern District is Seeking a Full-time Court Reporter
The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time permanent position of Official Court Reporter. Official Court Reporters are appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the court and must comply with the requirements of the Judicial Conference of the United States and the Court Reporter Management Plan of this Court.
All application material must be submitted ELECTRONICALLY, no exceptions, to: HRadmin@laed.uscourts.gov
For more information on this position click the pdf here: United States District Court Eastern District
United States District Court Eastern District is Seeking a Part-time Court Reporter
The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana is seeking qualified applicants for the part-time permanent position of Official Court Reporter. Official Court Reporters are appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the court and must comply with the requirements of the Judicial Conference of the United States and the Court Reporter Management Plan of this Court.
All application material must be submitted ELECTRONICALLY, no exceptions, to: HRadmin@laed.uscourts.gov
For more information on this position click the pdf here: United States District Court Eastern District