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Police Stenographer

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Police Stenographer

Salary

$60,085.00 - $79,768.00 Annually

Location

Rochester, NY

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

25DM223PDA09

Department

Rochester Police Department

Bureau

Office of the Chief

Opening Date

10/21/2025

Closing Date

11/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Description

This is a stenographic work requiring a high degree of accuracy in taking and transcribing statements in connection with police investigations. The employee must perform stenographic activities using a stenographic machine; must be able to record statements verbatim at a minimum of 225 words per minute. The employee must be prepared to work irregular hours on occasion. The work is performed in accordance with well-defined procedures and is under general supervision. Related work is performed as required.

This is a Competitive Class position. The individual selected to fill this vacancy will be given a provisional appointment and will be required to participate in the next Civil Service Examination for this title.

A qualified applicant may be provisionally appointed and serve in the position until a Civil Service Examination is administered and an appropriate eligible list can be established to make a permanent appointment in accordance with the Civil Service Rule of Three. (See " http://www.cityofrochester.gov/article.aspx?id=8589935786 " Provisional Appointment - FAQ's) If you are already a City employee and have permanent, competitive status in your current position and appointment to this title would result in a provisional appointment in another department, you will lose your previous permanent competitive rights.

CITY RESIDENCY WILL BE REQUIRED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF HIRE.

Typical Work Activities

+ Takes and transcribes verbatim testimony during statements and administrative hearings using a stenographic machine;

+ Takes and transcribes dictation of letters, memoranda, reports, and other material;

+ Proofreads and corrects all stenographic and recorded statements;

+ Proofreads summaries and various written correspondence generated by PSS personnel;

+ Assists in the preparation of a number of reports for local, state, and federal agencies;

+ Transcribes recorded phone calls and taped statements;

+ Enters information into a computer database, computerized transcription system, word processing program, and other related computer applications;

+ Operates paper shredder, recording device, photocopier, and other office machines;

+ Maintains custody of evidence presented at hearings;

+ Maintains confidential case records, including filing and purging;

+ Answers main telephone line, greets walk-in complainants, and triages complaints to appropriate personnel;

+ Orders, purchases, receives, and inventories supplies;

+ Notarizes documents, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Associate's degree in Court Reporting or related field;

AND

2. A certificate of completion from an accredited court reporting program.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a New York State Notary License within six (6) months of hire. This license must be maintained throughout employment in this title. Training is provided by the City. Must provide a Certificate of Achievement of 225 words per minute.

For full-time employees:

The City of Rochester offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

For less-than full-time employees:

The City of Rochester offers numerous growth opportunities to include the potential to transition into full-time, permanent employment.

Employer

City of Rochester (NY)

Address

30 Church Street Room 103A Rochester, New York, 14614

Phone

585-428-7115

Website

http://www.cityofrochester.gov

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