Overview
Court Reporter Jobs in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA at Bellevue College
The Marion County Public Defender Agency provides legal representation for Marion County citizens who cannot afford to hire their own lawyer in matters involving liberty interests, including criminal cases. Our services are provided as a public service. We work with the felony, misdemeanor, Title IV D, civil commitment, and juvenile courts. We also work on cases related to termination of parental rights as well as appeals.
Our agency also offers education, services, and programs focused on different ways to serve jail sentences. The agency is able to do this by cultivating a productive, collaborative, and compliant work environment in order for our workforce to meet the needs of the constituents of Indianapolis and Marion County.
Job Summary
Responsible for the recording and transcription of deposition hearings to be utilized in court proceedings. Position requires the knowledge of established policies and procedures, which controls most of the incumbent(s) actions. Position reports to Administrator, Deposition.
Responsibilities
Transcribe testimony from witnesses, experts, family members, law enforcement, and alleged victims.
Take pre-trial testimony, utilizing a court reporting machine for use in criminal court proceedings.
Administer oath of truthfulness to all deponents.
Preserve all objections and create a certification of questions to present to the Court.
Use digital recorders to record deposition proceedings.
Utilize CaseCATalyst court reporting software to translate and edit testimony written during depositions.
Use transcribing software to manipulate audio files while editing and proofreading depositions.
Use Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook programs to communicate with attorneys, distribute transcripts, and track depositions.
Interact with attorneys from the Marion County Public Defender Agency, Marion County Prosecutor’s office, private attorneys, law enforcement, witnesses, experts, and alleged victims.
Prioritize work to effectively meet constant deadlines.
Maintain confidentiality at all times.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent with five (5) years of transcribing experience using a court reporting machine. Must be able to obtain notary public commission to swear in deponents (placing them under oath). Must have excellent computer skills. Proper use of grammar, punctuation, and spelling is required. Ability to work independently without supervision. Knowledge and understanding of legal terminology, medical terminology, and criminal procedures.
Ability to type at an advanced level of 60-wpm. Transcription proficiency at 150-words per minute. Ability to comprehend complex, technical, and lengthy material. Able to work under pressure, meeting constant deadlines.
Preferred
Job Requirements
and Qualifications
Court Reporting School certificate with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience. CaseCATalyst software experience is preferred.
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Title: Court Reporter
Company: Bellevue College
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Counsel, Litigation, Lawyer)
