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The Wisconsin Court System (WCS) is accepting applications for limited-term (LTE) Statewide Digital Court Reporters. These positions are responsible for taking the verbatim record using digital audio recording (DAR) equipment and producing a written transcript of court proceedings upon request. The reporter will take the record remotely from their WCS office and in person when needed.
Job Responsibility:
Digitally records court proceedings either from WCS office or in person when needed
Monitors court proceedings on a multi-channel digital audio recording system (DAR) to ensure each proceeding is accurately captured (confidence monitoring)
Logs notes in specialized software
Plays back recorded testimony during hearings upon request
Prepares WCS formatted transcripts upon request using one of the following approved methods: typing into word processing software
steno machine with computer-assisted translation software
Converts prepared transcripts to approved format and e-files into WCS case management system, prints and mails copies upon request
Requirements:
Demonstrated skill in proofreading, grammar, spelling, composition, and punctuation
Demonstrated keyboarding at 50 wpm minimum
Courses and/or experience in general administration and recordkeeping (paralegal, legal secretary, etc.)
Ability to accurately perform transcription of recorded proceedings to a verbatim written record
Ability to maintain professional demeanor and to establish effective working relationships with the assigned judge(s), court clerks and other court personnel, attorneys, and the general public
Ability to consistently maintain a professional demeanor and maintain composure while being exposed to the information that may be presented in criminal, civil, juvenile, or other court proceedings
Employment will require a criminal background check
Must meet the minimum standards for driving a State vehicle
Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States
Nice to have:
Training and/or experience in legal terminology and procedures
Certification from the American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (AAERT) as a Certified Electronic Reporter and/or as a Certified Electronic Transcriber
Work experience as a digital or stenographic court reporter, or as a transcriptionist