State of South Dakota is hiring: Court Reporter in ...

Join to apply for the Court Reporter role at State of South Dakota $2,000 New Hire Incentive & Eligible for Reimbursement of Interview and Moving Expenses Job ID: 33416Agency: Unified Judicial System, Seventh Judicial CircuitLocation: Rapid City, SDSalary: $28.37 to $29.79 per hour at a minimum, depending on experienceClosing date: Open until filled The Unified Judicial System (UJS) is dedicated to providing a fair, impartial, and accessible court system that upholds the rule of law. Our vision is justice for all. Position Purpose Position reports, transcribes, and serves as the guardian of the verbatim stenographic record of official court proceedings in an accurate, impartial, and confidential manner. Responsibilities Attend court sessions and provide verbatim reporting on proceedings to ensure justice is upheld. Transcribe and produce transcripts requested by the Judge and other court personnel. Schedule the Judge's court calendar to ensure hearings and trials are held in a timely manner. Prepare correspondence, answer the telephone and take messages, and respond to attorneys' or parties' inquiries on behalf of the Judge. Perform other work as assigned, depending on Circuit/Judge. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited or non-accredited court reporting school with a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certification. Typing speed of 225 words per minute with 95% accuracy. South Dakota Notary Public required to swear in witnesses in the courtroom. No experience is necessary. Successful completion of a criminal background investigation required for employment. 5% increase in salary after successful completion of CRR (Certified Real-time Reporter) certification. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Courtroom procedures, standards, and ethics. Legal terminology and processes. Producing courtroom transcripts. English language, including meaning, spelling, rules, and grammar. Court reporter equipment, software, and recording equipment. Ability to Write shorthand at least 225 words per minute with 95% accuracy. Stay up-to-date with changes in terminology, slang, and reporting procedures. Troubleshoot and solve court reporter computer equipment and software issues. Concentrate and focus for extended periods of time. Listen to emotional testimony without reacting or forming opinions. Maintain confidential information and proceedings. Meet timeframes and deadlines in producing transcripts. Schedule proceedings with multiple parties. Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally. Maintain a professional demeanor when proceedings become emotional and volatile. Benefits Benefits include 11-13 paid holidays every year, extensive sick and vacation leave, paid family leave, military training leave, health and flexible benefits, regular working hours, continuing education opportunities, retirement benefits, a great working environment, and more. Application Apply at: Unified Judicial System500 East Capitol AvenuePierre, SD 57501-5070Phone: 605.773.4884 An Equal Opportunity Employer Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Legal Industries Government Administration Get notified about new Court Reporter jobs in Rapid City, MI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-24