Two years of verbatim reporting experience OR one year of such experience with relevant certification or degree
Familiarity with shorthand machines and transcription software
Ability to produce transcripts under tight deadlines
Strong attention to detail and confidentiality
Responsibilities
Take and transcribe verbatim testimony at Grand Jury proceedings
Utilize shorthand machine to record at 200+ words per minute
Ensure timely transcript production, potentially working extra hours
Transcribe confidential statements from defendants accurately
Follow established procedures while reporting
Benefits
Opportunity to work within the District Attorney's Office
Flexible schedule with the potential for overtime
Engagement in high-profile legal proceedings
Professional growth and experience in a legal environment
Collaborative work environment with attorney supervisors
Full Job Description
Location: Rochester, NY
Title: Grand Jury Stenographer
Deadline: Until Filled
Salary: $68,569 - $95,556 annual salary, plus $10,000 annual stipend
Agency/Dept.: District Attorney's Office
Description of Duties
This is a legal stenographic position responsible for taking and transcribing verbatim testimony before the Grand Jury. Duties involve taking shorthand notes verbatim on a shorthand machine at two-hundred (200) plus words per minute of proceedings, and transcribing confidential testimony and statements from defendants using computer-aided transcription software. A Grand Jury Stenographer is responsible for timely transcript production, which may occasionally involve working extra hours to meet tight deadlines. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of the Director of Attorney Training and Grand Jury or other higher-level staff member and performs work in accordance with well-established procedures. Does related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus EITHER:
(A) Two (2) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalentverbatim reporting experience; OR,
(B) One (1) year paid full-time or its part-time equivalent verbatim reporting experience PLUS either graduation from a formal program in court reporting (ex. Registered Professional Reporter [RPR], Registered Merit Reporter [RMR], Certified Realtime Reporter [CRR] certificates) OR graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's degree or Certificate in Court Reporting*.
NOTE : Candidates qualifying under option (B) must submit a copy of such certification or diploma with application.
