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Official Court Reporter

Salary

$79,423.25 Annually

Location

WA 99260, WA

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

25-00014

Department

Superior Court

Opening Date

01/07/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Job Summary

This is 37.5 hours per week onsite position.

The position allocated to this class performs highly skilled stenographic verbatim reporting, preservation, and/or transcription of court proceedings. The incumbent is responsible for taking verbatim records of court or other judicial proceedings and for preparing transcripts when requested or required. Work may require serving as a judicial secretary to a Superior Court Judge. Must be able to index, maintain and transcribe these court records for the courts, attorneys and litigants upon request. In the case of private requests, it is the court reporter’s responsibility to establish and implement the format used in the transcription of the verbatim records. This classification is confidential in nature; incumbents are considered at-will, serving at the pleasure of the Court. Incumbents are expected to maintain a close working relationship with the judge to whom they are assigned.

NOTES: Official Court Reporters are entitled to the same paid six weeks off as the Judge they are employed by. Certified Shorthand Reporter license required. Certification referenced in RCW 18.145.080 required. Registered Professional Reporter certification preferred. Real-time experience preferred.

TOTAL COMPENSATION: $101,661 annually. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.

Examples of Duties

+ Reports, transcribes and preserves a verbatim stenographic machine or computer-aided record of court proceedings, hearings and conferences.

+ Indexes and files notes and transcripts; locates and reads back portions of the record upon request.

+ Efficiently and expeditiously produces transcripts; maintains control and custody of verbatim notes; prepares and maintains a detailed index of notes and files such with the Superior Court Clerk, in accordance with local and State rules.

+ Coordinates with attorneys, Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court in meeting mandatory transcript deadlines and timely filing of transcripts, pursuant to the Rules of Appellate Procedure.

+ Assists with the management of the judicial department, including aiding in maintaining order, decorum and acceptable behavior in the courtroom. Effectively handles hostile or volatile individuals or crisis situations.

+ Receives and directs incoming court-related phone calls, takes messages, determines needs, answers questions, and furnishes information as appropriate.

+ Transcribes oral and memorandum opinions of the court; prepares court correspondence; proofreads opinions and decisions at the direction of the judge.

+ Assists the court clerk in marking exhibits and administering oath to witnesses.

+ Works as a team with the Judge and Judicial Assistant, as well as assisting other judicial departments when coverage is needed.

+ Provides Realtime reporting to the Judge by providing an unedited, electronic version of the verbatim records as it is being taken during the court proceedings.

+ Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Minimum Requirements

+ Per RCW 2.32.180: Three (3) years’ experience as a skilled, practical reporter, or who upon examination shall be able to report and transcribe accurately 200wpm of two-voice testimony for five (5) consecutive minutes, OR pass a national test approved by the WA State Department of Licensing. Also see WAC 308-14-085.

+ Certified Court Reporter (CCR) or Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) license required at time of hire and maintained throughout employment.

+ Certification requirements outlined in RCW 18.145.080 must be maintained throughout employment, including maintaining annual certification with the WA State Department of Licensing.

+ Preferred qualifications:

+ Post-secondary education, preferably graduation from an accredited court reporter course with an emphasis on English, law, medical terminology and phonetics.

+ Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certification.

+ Realtime experience.

Selection Factors

+ Knowledge of English grammar, punctuation and vocabulary

+ Knowledge of legal, medical, and other technical terminology.

+ Knowledge of courtroom practices and procedures.

+ Skilled in the use of standard office equipment, including telephones, computers, printers, copy machines, as well as proficient knowledge to operate and troubleshoot court reporting equipment, machines and software.

+ Ability to read, comprehend and follow court rules and State laws related to the work.

+ Ability to maintain records and files of stenographic notes, computer-aided notes , and verbatim transcripts.

+ Ability to accurately hear and transcribe a variety of voice modulations under stressful situations and concentrate on what is being said regardless of physical surroundings.

+ Ability to sit and maintain uninterrupted concentration for a minimum of two (2) hours at a time.

+ Ability to report to work before or after regular court hours, as required.

+ Ability to provide and maintain court reporting equipment, writers, software, laptops, etc.

SPOKANE COUNTY

Employee Benefits Summary

The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.

PAID TIME OFF

Spokane County Observed Holidays

Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County.

PTO

Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years.

Vacation

For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).

Sick Leave

Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.

Other Leaves

Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.

INSURANCE BENEFITS

Medical Insurance

Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month).

2024 Rates:

Premera

Employee Only: $38.04 per month

Employee & Spouse: $149.52 per month

Employee & Family: $209.60 per month

Employee & Child(ren): $136.16 per month

Kaiser:

Employee: $35.92 per month

Employee & Spouse: $140.56 per month

Employee & Family: $196.06 per month

Employee & Child(ren): $128.58 per month

Dental Insurance

Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents.

2024 Rates:

Delta Dental Willamette Dental

Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month

Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month

Group Life Insurance

The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS & 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.

Long Term Disability Coverage

Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness or injury at rate of 60% of income up to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Spokane County pays the full premium for this plan. Deputy Sheriff's receive a benefit through their union for disability.

RETIREMENT

Retirement Plan (401a)

Spokane County employees are automatically included in the Washington State Retirement System. Both the employer and the employee contribute to the plan. This retirement plan provides a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit once vested and eligible for retirement.

Additional Retirement Plan Option (457b)

Employees may supplement their retirement income and save money on taxes by participating in this optional County program. Roth (after-tax) option is also available through this retirement plan.

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

AFLAC

Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay for benefits not covered by major medical insurance. The employee pays 100% of the premium.

Travel Assistance

Provides additional travel protections anytime you travel more than 100 miles from home. Includes pre-trip information, emergency ticket replacement, and emergency evacuation coverage. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.

Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)

Spokane County sponsors a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account to allow out-of-pocket Medical & Daycare Expenses to be paid with Tax Free Dollars. Premiums are automatically set up pre-tax under the FSA.

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Voluntary Term Life Insurance is additional optional life insurance provided through The Standard Insurance. New employees are guaranteed up to $50,000 for self and $20,000 for a spouse with no medical underwriting needed.

WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS

Employee Assistance Program

Employees and their family members are eligible to receive free counseling. There are also benefits relating to financial and legal concerns.

Reduced Cost Bus Pass Program

Spokane County participates in a program with STA which discounts bus passes to $5 a month.

Wellness Programs

There are opportunities for nearby exercise programs at reduced cost and education programs around wellness themes including financial well-being, nutrition and stress reduction.

Discounts

There are local and national discounts available to Spokane County employees.

01

Do you possess a Certified Shorthand Reporter or Certified Court Reporter license?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you meet the following requirements as referenced in RCW 2.32.180? Three years experience as a skilled, practical reporter, or who upon examination shall be able to report and transcribe accurately (200) wpm of two-voice testimony for five consecutive minutes OR pass a national test which is approved by the state licensing department. Also see WAC 308-14-085.

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you have Registered Professional Reporter Certification? (preferred, but not required)

+ Yes

+ No

04

Do you have Real-Time experience? (preferred, but not required)

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

Spokane County

Address

824 N Adams Spokane, Washington, 99260

Phone

509-477-5750

Website

http://www.spokanecounty.org/employment