Court Reporter - Real Time

Summary Statement

The employee in this position is responsible for providing accurate, verbatim stenographic (machine method) reporting of court proceedings, including trials, hearings, and conferences within the Court of Chancery. This role ensures the timely preparation and delivery of transcripts as required. The position involves regular interaction with court personnel, litigants, and the public, and operates as part of a team under the supervision of the Chief Court Reporter in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. Occasional travel to Kent and Sussex Counties is required.

Preferred Qualification

• Use of Eclipse court reporting software.
• Experience as a stenographic reporter writing and transcribing verbatim proceedings of a judicial or quasiâjudicial nature.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Stenographic reporting of all hearings before judicial officers, and prompt production of transcripts as requested by the Court, attorneys and litigants.
• Ability to work in a team environment to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the court reporterâs office.Â

Job Requirements

• Graduation from a court reporting school or university or college or program which includes courses in standard stenographic methods of taking testimony and dictation, as well as English grammar and punctuation, medical terminology and legal terminology.
• Possession at the time of hire of up-to-date Computer-Aided Transcription (CAT) software capable of streaming real-time over the internet using Bridge Mobile.
• Successful completion of the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certification from the National Court Reporters Association within one year of hire.
• Successful completion of the Certified Real-Time Reporter (CRR) certification from the National Court Reporters Association within two years of hire.
• Ability to communicate courteously, effectively, and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work within deadlines to ensure prompt transcript completion.

Additional Posting Information

• This position is based primarily at the Leonard L. Wiliams Justice Center in New Castle County, DE. Occasional statewide travel to our Kent and Sussex County courthouses is required.
• Fees for transcripts ordered by the parties and the public are charged by the reporter in accordance with the guidelines and fee schedule set by the Court.
• Transcript preparation includes extensive research of case citations, statutes, and specialized terminology.

Conditions of Hire

• AÂ satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
• Direct Deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.

Benefits

• Full time employees are eligible for free parking.
• To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.  Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the âMy Applicationsâ tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.Â

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.Â

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.Â