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Thomas & Thomas Court Reporters and Certified Legal Video, LLC
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Independent Contracting Position open immediately.
Full-time deposition work with busy office and great clients.
Service area: Nebraska and Iowa.
Friendly and professional environment, with full-time support staff doing production, billing, collections and delivery.
Reporters paid WEEKLY on completed work.
Anticipated income range upon request (with 6-figure potential). $4,000 MOVING/WORK BONUS
Learn more about Thomas & Thomas by going to our web site –
www.ttcrs.com
Please send confidential inquiries/resumes to John Thomas.
jthomas@ttcrs.com
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Job Details
Date
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Polk County Justice Center
222 5th Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309
Salary
$54,704.00 - $84,822.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
Court Reporter for the Fifth Judicial District, primarily assigned to work for District Court Judge Cox in Des Moines, Iowa (Polk County). May be required to work for any Judicial Officer in the Fifth Judicial District per operational needs and may require travel.
Responsibilities
Takes court testimony and proceedings by shorthand reporting methods. Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request. Makes verbatim typed record of testimony and proceedings as required. Prepares transcripts, performs general office work and provides substantial clerical support for the court. Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings. Electronic document filing is required in all District 5 counties, so a high level of computer proficiency is essential. Performs related work as determined by the supervising judicial officer or the Chief Judge or his designee. Specific primary assignment(s) as designated by the District Court Administrator.
Requirements
Graduation from high school (GED); graduation from a school of court reporting with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters or become certified within six months of hire.
Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.
Contact Information
How to Apply
Please include resume, cover letter, and the Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment.
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
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Job Details
Date
Monday, January 4, 2021
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Cedar Rapids, IA
Salary
$54,704.00 - $84,822.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
To serve as the official court reporter for District Court Judge Lars Anderson in Cedar Rapids, IA. Primary domicile is Cedar Rapids, IA, Linn Co. Travel to other counties within the Sixth Judicial District is required.
Responsibilities
Takes court testimony and proceedings by shorthand reporting methods. Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request. Makes verbatim typed record of testimony and proceedings as required. Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings. Prepares transcripts, performs general office work and provides substantial clerical support for the court. Performs related work as determined by the supervising judicial officer, the Chief Judge or his or her designee.
Requirements
Graduation from an accredited high school (GED); graduation from a school of court reporting required, with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters.*
*Certification is preferred, but competent candidates without certification are encouraged to apply with the understanding that they must receive certification within six months of beginning employment pursuant to Iowa Code Section 602.6603(4).
Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.
Contact Information
How to Apply
All applicants must complete the Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment . Resume and cover letter may be attached. Forward application and supporting materials to:
kellee.cortez@iowacourts.gov
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
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Job Details
Date
Tuesday, December 29, 2020
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Decorah, IA
Salary
$54,704.00 - $84,822.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
To serve as the official court reporter for District Court Judge Laura Parrish in Decorah, IA. Primary domicile is Decorah, IA, Winneshiek Co. Travel to other counties within the First Judicial District is required.
Responsibilities
Takes court testimony and proceedings by shorthand reporting methods. Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request. Makes verbatim typed record of testimony and proceedings as required. Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings. Prepares transcripts, performs general office work and provides substantial clerical support for the court. Performs related work as determined by the supervising judicial officer, the Chief Judge or his or her designee.
Requirements
Graduation from an accredited high school (GED); graduation from a school of court reporting required, with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters.*
*Certification is preferred, but competent candidates without certification are encouraged to apply with the understanding that they must receive certification within six months of beginning employment pursuant to Iowa Code Section 602.6603(4).
Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.
Contact Information
How to Apply
Forward cover letter, resume and the Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment to:
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
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Job Details
Date
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Linn County Courthouse
51 Third Ave Bridge
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Salary
$54,704.00 - $84,822.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
To serve as the official court reporter for District Court Judge Mary Chicchelly in Cedar Rapids, IA. Primary domicile is Cedar Rapids, IA, Linn Co. Travel to other counties within the district is required.
Responsibilities
Takes court testimony and proceedings by shorthand reporting methods. Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request. Makes verbatim typed record of testimony and proceedings as required. Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings. Prepares transcripts, performs general office work and provides substantial clerical support for the court. Performs related work as determined by the supervising judicial officer, the Chief Judge or his or her designee.
Requirements
Graduation from an accredited high school (GED); graduation from a school of court reporting required, with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters.*
*Certification is preferred, but competent candidates without certification are encouraged to apply with the understanding that they must receive certification within six months of beginning employment pursuant to Iowa Code Section 602.6603(4).
Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.
Contact Information
How to Apply
Forward cover letter, resume and the Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment to Kellee Cortez, District Court Administrator:
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
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Job Details
Date
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Polk County Courthouse
500 Mulberry St
Des Moines, IA 50309
Salary
$54,704.00 - $84,822.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
Court Reporter for the Fifth Judicial District, primarily assigned to work for District Court Judge Nelmark in Des Moines, Iowa (Polk County). May be required to work for any Judicial Officer in the Fifth Judicial District per operational needs and may require travel.
Responsibilities
Takes court testimony and proceedings by shorthand reporting methods. Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request. Makes verbatim typed record of testimony and proceedings as required. Prepares transcripts, performs general office work and provides substantial clerical support for the court. Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings. Electronic document filing is required in all District 5 counties, so a high level of computer proficiency is essential. Performs related work as determined by the supervising judicial officer or the Chief Judge or his designee. Specific primary assignment(s) as designated by the District Court Administrator.
Requirements
Graduation from high school (GED); graduation from a school of court reporting with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters or become certified within six months of hire.
Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.
Contact Information
How to Apply
Please include resume, cover letter, and the Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment.
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
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Job Details
Date
Tuesday, December 24, 2019
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
400 West Fourth Street
Davenport, IA 52801
Salary
$54,704.00 - $84,822.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
Court Reporter for the Seventh Judicial District, primarily assigned to work for Chief District Court Judge Greve in Davenport, Iowa. The position will work in all five counties in the Seventh Judicial District, including Cedar, Clinton, Jackson, Muscatine and Scott Counties, and may be assigned to work with any judicial officer as needed. Compensation includes base salary plus transcript income and State of Iowa benefit package.
Responsibilities
Takes court testimony and proceedings by shorthand reporting methods. Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request. Makes verbatim typed record of testimony and proceedings as required. Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings. Prepares transcripts, performs general office work and provides substantial clerical support for the court. Performs related work as determined by the supervising judicial officer, the Chief Judge or his or her designee.
Requirements
Graduation from an accredited high school (or high school equivalency); graduation from a school of court reporting with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters or become certified within six months of hire. Current RPRs are only required to take and pass the written portion of the Iowa exam. Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
Contact Information
How to Apply
All applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed "Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment" to:
Kathy Gaylord, District Court Administrator
400 West Fourth Street
Davenport, IA 52801
Email: kathy.gaylord@iowacourts.gov
Posting Close Date
This position will remain open until filled.
AA / EOE
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Job Details
Date Posted
Wednesday, March 27, 2019
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Fourth Judicial District
Salary
$54,704.00 - $84,822.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
Court Reporter for the Fourth Judicial District, primarily assigned to work for District Associate Court in the district. May be required to work for any Judicial Officer in the Fourth Judicial District per operational needs and may require travel.
Responsibilities
Takes court testimony and proceedings by shorthand reporting methods. Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request. Makes verbatim typed record of testimony and proceedings as required. Prepares transcripts, performs general office work and provides substantial clerical support for the court. Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings. Electronic document filing is required in all District 4 counties, so a high level of computer proficiency is essential. Performs related work as determined by the supervising judicial officer or the Chief Judge or his designee. Specific primary assignment(s) as designated by the District Court Administrator.
Requirements
Graduation from high school (GED); graduation from a school of court reporting with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters or become certified within six months of hire.
Contact Information
How to Apply
Cover letter, resume and the Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment may be emailed to angela.collinson@iowacourts.gov or mailed to:
District Court Administration, Attn: Angela Collinson
Pottawattamie County Courthouse, Room 413
227 S 6th St
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
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Job Details
Date Posted
Thursday, September 27, 2018
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
8th Judicial District – Primarily assigned to Chief Judge Mary Ann Brown but may be assigned to work for any Judicial Officer in the 8th Judicial District per operational needs and may require travel. Domicile to be determined depending on candidate selected.
Salary
$54,704.00 - $84,822.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Responsibilities
Takes court testimony and proceedings by shorthand reporting methods. Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request. Makes verbatim typed record of testimony and proceedings as required. Prepares transcripts, performs general office work and provides substantial clerical support for the court. Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings. Electronic document filing is required in all District 8 counties, so a high level of computer proficiency is essential. Performs related work as determined by the Chief Judge or supervising judicial officer or designee. Specific primary assignment(s) as designated by the District Court Administrator.
Requirements
Graduation from high school (GED); graduation from a school of court reporting with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Certification as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters preferred. Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters or become certified within six months of hire.
Contact Information
How to Apply
Forward cover letter, resume and a completed Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment to:
Heidi Baker, Court Administrator
8th Judicial District
333 North Court
Ottumwa, IA 52501
or email to cathy.reck@iowacourts.gov
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
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Date Posted
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Fifth Judicial District
Polk County Courthouse
500 Mulberry St
Des Moines, IA 50309
Salary
$53,580.80 - $83,075.20 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
Court Reporter for the Fifth Judicial District, primarily assigned to work for Senior Judges in Des Moines and rural judges throughout 5A counties (Dallas, Guthrie, Jasper, Madison, Marion and Warren) and 5B counities (Adair, Adams, Clarke, Decatur, Lucas, Ringgold, Taylor, Union and Wayne). May be required to work for any Judicial Officer in the Fifth Judicial District per operational needs and may require travel.
Responsibilities
Takes court testimony and proceedings by shorthand reporting methods. Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request. Makes verbatim typed record of testimony and proceedings as required. Prepares transcripts, performs general office work and provides substantial clerical support for the court. Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings. Electronic document filing is required in all District 5 counties, so a high level of computer proficiency is essential. Performs related work as determined by the supervising judicial officer or the Chief Judge or his designee. Specific primary assignment(s) as designated by the District Court Administrator.
Requirements
Graduation from high school (GED); graduation from a school of court reporting with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters or become certified within six months of hire.
Contact Information
How to Apply
Cover letter, resume and a completed Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment can be emailed to: sherrie.schuck@iowacourts.gov
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
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Job Details
Date Posted
Thursday, September 27, 2018
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
8th Judicial District – Primarily assigned to Chief Judge Mary Ann Brown but may be assigned to work for any Judicial Officer in the 8th Judicial District per operational needs and may require travel. Domicile to be determined depending on candidate selected.
Salary
$53,580.80 - $83,075.20 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Responsibilities
Takes court testimony and proceedings by shorthand reporting methods. Reads back court testimony and proceedings upon request. Makes verbatim typed record of testimony and proceedings as required. Prepares transcripts, performs general office work and provides substantial clerical support for the court. Marks and records exhibits during court proceedings. Electronic document filing is required in all District 8 counties, so a high level of computer proficiency is essential. Performs related work as determined by the Chief Judge or supervising judicial officer or designee. Specific primary assignment(s) as designated by the District Court Administrator.
Requirements
Graduation from high school (GED); graduation from a school of court reporting with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Certification as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters preferred. Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters or become certified within six months of hire.
Contact Information
How to Apply
Forward cover letter, resume and a completed Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment to:
Heidi Baker, Court Administrator
8th Judicial District
333 North Court
Ottumwa, IA 52501
or email to cathy.reck@iowacourts.gov
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
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Job Details
Date
December 12, 2017
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
8th Judicial District – Primarily assigned to District Court Judge Myron Gookin but may be assigned to work for any Judicial Officer in the 8th Judicial District per operational needs and may require travel. Domicile to be determined depending on candidate selected.
Salary
Pay Grade 30, $53,580.80 - $83,075.20 annually, plus State of Iowa benefits including IPERS retirement program; health, dental and life insurance; deferred compensation program, flexible spending accounts plus paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.
Responsibilities
The reporter will record court testimony via standard methods, prepare transcripts and provide general office and clerical support for the court.
Requirements or Minimum Qualification
Graduation from high school (GED); graduation from a school of court reporting with courses including legal and medical terminology, English, typing and law. Certification as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters preferred, Must be certified as a court reporter by the Iowa Board of Shorthand Reporters, or obtain certification within six months of date of hire.
Contact Information
How to Apply
All applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and a completed “Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment”,
Forward application and supporting material to:
Heidi Baker, District Court Administrator
Eighth Judicial District
333 N Court
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Office Phone: 641-684-6502
or e-mail: cathy.reck@iowacourts.gov
Deadline
Position open until filled.