Current Job Opportunity

The essential function of the position within the organization is to stenographically record court proceedings in the courtroom or remotely and produce transcripts. The position is responsible for recording court proceedings, performing research, proofreading and editing recorded proceedings to produce transcripts, and assisting with training of other departmental personnel. The position works under general supervision independently developing work methods and sequences.  This position provides services in all counties of the Eighth Judicial Circuit.

Attend and stenographically report, in realtime, court proceedings while simultaneously audio recording all proceedings reported.

Maintain stenograph notes on file for future transcription.

Produce accurate transcripts of all proceedings reported, providing rough drafts or final copy to parties, as requested.

Associate’s degree or the equivalent of two years of college or vocational school education in computer operations, medical/legal terminology, court reporting, paralegal or a closely related field; and

Four years of related experience.

Must be a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) and maintain membership in the National Court Reporting Association (NCRA). 

Must have experience with Eclipse and computer-aided translation (CAT) software.

Realtime writer experience required. 

Court experience a plus.

Knowledge of Florida State Court system, current courtroom policies and procedures and relevant Florida Statutes preferred. 

Ability to stenographically write testimony at a minimum rate of at least 225 words per minute with a 98% correct translation rate in realtime.

Excellent knowledge of English grammar, punctuation and spelling skills.

Ability to work independently, to keep detailed and accurate records and maintain files.

Opened Until Filled; applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hiring at base is normal. State of Florida benefits offered.

The Florida State Courts System offers a comprehensive selection of State of Florida employee benefits: membership in the Florida Retirement System, optional enrollment in a subsidized Health insurance plan, optional enrollment in Life, Dental, and Disability insurance plans, and paid term life insurance.

All applications must be submitted through the People First System and include a resume and verification of certification.  This position is open until filled.

For additional information about the job advertised contact Vanessa Greene by phone at 352-337-6259 or by e-mail at employment@circuit8.org

To learn more about the Eighth Judicial Circuit Court visit its website at http://circuit8.org/.

The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex or gender, religion or creed, national origin, age, marital status, genetic, disability, or political opinions or affiliations.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or selection process, please call the contact person at the number indicated for each respective position. Please contact ADA Coordinator at 352-337-6237.

Persons using a TTY or TDD may call the contact person through the FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE: Voice is 1-800-955-8770, TDD is 1-800-955-8771, NATIONAL RELAY SERVICE is 711.