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Date Open: February 27, 2019
Hiring Manager: Scott Hand, District Court Administrator, phone: 641-494-3611
Position Title: Official Certified Court Reporter
Position Location: Story County Justice Center, 1315 S. B. Ave, Nevada, IA 50201
Full time or Part time: Full time Position Pay Grade: 30
Position Pay Range: Salary range $52,478.40 to $81,369.60 annually. Starting salary dependent upon relevant courtroom experience. 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.
Position Summary: Primarily assigned to work for the District Associate Judges in the 2B sub-district. Assignments in Story, Marshall, Boone and Hardin and other counties within the Second Judicial District as needed. May be required to work for any Judicial Officer in the Second Judicial District per operational needs, travel 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. 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 2 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 a School of Court Reporting is 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 as defined in Iowa Court Rule 46.2 or become board certified within six months of hire as per Iowa Code 602.6603(4).
How to apply: All applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and a completed “Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment”, available at the Judicial Branch website: http://www.iowacourts.gov/Administration/Career_Opportunities/
Application materials can be emailed to: scott.hand@iowacourts.gov or mailed to: Scott Hand, District Court Administrator, Cerro Gordo County Courthouse, 220 N. Washington Ave., Mason City, IA 50401
Date Close: Open until filled, but preference will be given to applications received prior to March 20, 2019 at 4:30 p.m.
Date Posted
Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Iowa City, IA
Salary
$52,478.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
To serve as the official court reporter for District Court Judge Lars Anderson in Johnson County. This position serves the counties of Linn, Johnson, Jones, Iowa, Benton and Tama. Travel to other counties within the district is required.
Responsibilities
Employees in this class are responsible for making a verbatim record in shorthand of district court testimony and proceedings. They are also responsible for preparing certified typewritten transcripts of such proceedings.
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. 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
Forward cover letter, resume and a completed Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment to:
District Court Administration
Attn: Carroll R. Edmondson
51 Third Ave Bridge
PO Box 1468
Cedar Rapids, IA 52406
Email: Carroll.Edmondson@iowacourts.gov
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
Serving the people of Iowa, the Iowa Judicial Branch is dedicated to our mission... “The Iowa Judicial Branch dedicates itself to providing independent and accessible forums for the fair and prompt resolution of disputes, administering justice under law equally to all persons.” To learn more about the Iowa Judicial Branch and our career opportunities, please visit our career page located at www.iowacourts.gov.
Job Details
Date
Friday, January 18, 2019
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Polk County Justice Center
222 5th Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309
Salary
$52,478.40 - $81,369.60 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
Court Reporter for the Fifth Judicial District, primarily assigned to work for District Associate Judge Kimberly Ayotte, 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.
Contact Information
How to Apply
Cover letter, resume and Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment can be emailed to: sherrie.schuck@iowacourts.gov.
Posting Close Date
All application materials must be received by Monday, January 28, 2019, at 4:30 p.m.
AA / EOE
Serving the people of Iowa, the Iowa Judicial Branch is dedicated to our mission... “The Iowa Judicial Branch dedicates itself to providing independent and accessible forums for the fair and prompt resolution of disputes, administering justice under law equally to all persons.” To learn more about the Iowa Judicial Branch and our career opportunities, please visit our career page located at www.iowacourts.gov.
Job Details
Date Posted
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Kossuth County Courthouse
114 W State St
Algona, IA 50511
Salary
$52,478.40 - $81,369.60 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
Court Reporter for the Third Judicial District, primarily assigned to work for District Associate Judge Ann Gales in Algona, Iowa (Kossuth County). May be required to work for any Judicial Officer in the Third 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 3 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 Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment may be emailed to pam.calhoun@iowacourts.gov or mailed to:
Pam Calhoun, District Court Administrator
620 Douglas St, Ste 210
Sioux City, IA 51101
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
Serving the people of Iowa, the Iowa Judicial Branch is dedicated to our mission... “The Iowa Judicial Branch dedicates itself to providing independent and accessible forums for the fair and prompt resolution of disputes, administering justice under law equally to all persons.” To learn more about the Iowa Judicial Branch and our career opportunities, please visit our career page located at www.iowacourts.gov.
Job Details
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
$52,478.40 - $81,369.60 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
Serving the people of Iowa, the Iowa Judicial Branch is dedicated to our mission... “The Iowa Judicial Branch dedicates itself to providing independent and accessible forums for the fair and prompt resolution of disputes, administering justice under law equally to all persons.” To learn more about the Iowa Judicial Branch and our career opportunities, please visit our career page located at www.iowacourts.gov.
Job Details
Date Posted
Monday, October 1, 2018
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Seventh Judicial District (Eastern Iowa), primarily based in Davenport, Iowa
Salary
$52,478.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
Court Reporter for the Seventh Judicial District, primarily assigned to work for District Court Judge Mark Fowler 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.
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.
Contact Information
How to Apply
Forward cover letter, resume and a completed Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment to:
Kathy Gaylord, District Court Adminstrator
400 West Fourth Street
Davenport, IA 52801
Email: kathy.gaylord@iowacourts.gov
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
Serving the people of Iowa, the Iowa Judicial Branch is dedicated to our mission... “The Iowa Judicial Branch dedicates itself to providing independent and accessible forums for the fair and prompt resolution of disputes, administering justice under law equally to all persons.” To learn more about the Iowa Judicial Branch and our career opportunities, please visit our career page located at www.iowacourts.gov.
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
$52,478.40 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 Adminstrator
8th Judicial District
333 North Court
Ottumwa, IA 52501
or email to cathy.reck@iowacourts.gov
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
Serving the people of Iowa, the Iowa Judicial Branch is dedicated to our mission... “The Iowa Judicial Branch dedicates itself to providing independent and accessible forums for the fair and prompt resolution of disputes, administering justice under law equally to all persons.” To learn more about the Iowa Judicial Branch and our career opportunities, please visit our career page located at www.iowacourts.gov.
Job Details
Date Posted
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Fifth Judicial District
Clarke County Courthouse
100 S Main St
Osceola, IA 50213
Will work in all 5B counties: Adair, Adams, Clarke, Decatur, Lucas, Ringgold, Taylor, Union, and Wayne.
Salary
$52,478.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Position Summary
Court Reporter for the Fifth Judicial District, primarily assigned to work for District Court Judge John Lloyd in Osceola, Iowa. The position will work in all of 5B counties which include 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
Serving the people of Iowa, the Iowa Judicial Branch is dedicated to our mission... “The Iowa Judicial Branch dedicates itself to providing independent and accessible forums for the fair and prompt resolution of disputes, administering justice under law equally to all persons.” To learn more about the Iowa Judicial Branch and our career opportunities, please visit our career page located at www.iowacourts.gov.
Job Details
Date Posted
Monday, April 23, 2018
Position Title
Official Certified Shorthand Reporter
Location
Sixth Judicial District, primarily assigned to work for District Court Judge Paul Miller in the Johnson County Courthouse in Iowa City, Iowa. This position serves the counties of Johnson, Linn, Jones, Iowa, Benton and Tama. Travel to other counties within the district is required.
Salary
$51,958.40 annually
Eligible for State of Iowa benefits
Responsibilities
Takes court testimony and proceedings by shorthand reporting methods. Read back court testimony and proceedings upon request. Makes verbatim typed records of such 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 other related work as determined by the supervising judicial officer, the chief judge or their designee.
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
All applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and a completed Iowa Judicial Branch Application for Employment to:
District Court Administration
Attn: Carroll R. Edmondson
51 Third Ave Bridge
PO Box 1468
Cedar Rapids, IA 52406
Email: Carroll.Edmondson@iowacourts.gov
Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
AA / EOE
Serving the people of Iowa, the Iowa Judicial Branch is dedicated to our mission... “The Iowa Judicial Branch dedicates itself to providing independent and accessible forums for the fair and prompt resolution of disputes, administering justice under law equally to all persons.” To learn more about the Iowa Judicial Branch and our career opportunities, please visit our career page located at www.iowacourts.gov.
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, $51,958.40 - $80,558.40 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
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.