Kansas Judicial Branch

Kansas state trial and appellate court system

Official Court Reporter - 4th Judicial District

Legal Counsel & Legal SupportPosted on Nov 13

Full-timeOttawa, KS, USA$60.5k - $66.7k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
Formal training in machine shorthand or voice writing is required.
Experience using computer equipment is required.
A Kansas Certified Court Reporter certificate is required, or the candidate must be eligible to obtain a temporary certificate in compliance with applicable Kansas Supreme Court rules.
The successful candidate must undergo a criminal background check, complete a drug test, and apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the offer letter.

Responsibilities

Prepare a complete and accurate report of proceedings and maintain electronic backup storage of those proceedings.
Keep all exhibits in possession until otherwise requested by the court, and perform other administrative duties assigned by the chief judge or designee.
Perform all work in accordance with procedures established by the district judges and court administrator; work is reviewed upon completion for accuracy and content.
Report judicial proceedings verbatim at high rates of speed and prepare verbatim transcripts as required.

Position number: K0043960

Location of Employment: 4th Judicial District, Franklin County, Kansas

Position/Salary and Benefits: Official Court Reporter, grade 36, $60,463.28 annually
$62,018.84 after 6 months of successful performance
$66,748.82 after 1-year of successful performance

Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)

Highly responsible work in verbatim reporting of judicial proceedings at high rates of speed and preparing verbatim transcripts as required.

Job Duties:

Must prepare a complete and accurate report of proceedings and maintain electronic backup storage of such proceedings.
Must keep all exhibits in possession until otherwise requested by the court, including other administrative duties as assigned by the chief judge or designee.
All work is performed in accordance with procedures established by the district judges and court administrator and is reviewed upon completion for accuracy and content.

Required education and experience:

High school diploma or GED.
Formal training in machine shorthand or voice writing.
Experience with using computer equipment and no fear of technology.
Must possess a Kansas Certified Court Reporter certificate (or are eligible to obtain a temporary certificate) in compliance with applicable Kansas Supreme Court rules.

Other: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background check, complete a drug test, and apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter.

Application deadline: Open until filled.

The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact [email protected] or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.

THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER

About the Company

Kansas Judicial Branch

Kansas state trial and appellate court system

Kansas Judicial Branch is the state court system for people and businesses seeking to resolve legal disputes under Kansas law. It includes district courts, the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court, which has general administrative authority over the state's courts. The Office of Judicial Administration carries out Supreme Court policies and handles legal, financial, technology and administrative support for court operations. Its work also includes public court forms and legal self-help materials designed to make the court system easier to use. The branch's constitutional roots date to Kansas statehood in 1861, when the state Supreme Court was established.

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Founded: 1861

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