Courtroom Technician- Court Administration - Cumberland County

Job Description

Using an electronic recording system, records all spoken words during court proceedings including but not limited to testimony, opening, and closing remarks of counsel, remarks of a judge, and sidebar conferences.  May prepare court orders and/or a transcript from the verbatim recording as requested. 

Work Schedule and Additional Information 

Job Title: Courtroom Technician

Classification: Courtroom Technician

Work Hours: This position will work and be paid for 75 hours in a 2 week pay period

Starting Salary: $21.41 an hour / $41,749.50 annually

DBM rating: 106

Position Code: CT3048

Current county employees will follow the county's promotion/demotion policy.  

Responsibilities:

• Maintains recording equipment; conducts checks of system daily to ensure proper functioning.
• Functions as first tier technical support for courtroom A/V systems.
• Acts as main point of contact for A/V technical issues in the courtrooms.
• Maintains records, recordings, and log sheets.
• Marks, maintains, and secures exhibits; ensures that adequate supplies are maintained.
• Records testimony at all types of court proceedings including trials, hearings, and conferences using electronic recording system; interrupts when necessary to ensure accuracy and completeness of record; plays back portions of proceedings if requested.
• Maintains a log of all speakers and events noting all occurrences such as unusual terms, names, objections, and cross examinations. Determines correct spelling of names, terminology, and other specifics of testimony.
• Processes transcript requests and makes copies of log notes and recordings as directed; transcribes recordings only as directed.
• Generates orders as directed from proceedings.
• Maintains record of transcripts status.
• Follows protocol as directed, and performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Maintains orders, documents, and correspondence from all court proceedings.
• Answers phones and directs callers to proper individual or department.
• Operates computer and other office equipment.
• Files original court orders and transcripts in the Clerk of Courts, Domestic Relations or Prothonotary’s office for recording and permanent retention.
• Assists Court Reporters with clerical and other duties as time allows.
• Performs duties of other court personnel as requested.
• Attends meetings or training sessions as required.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.
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Minimum Requirements to Perform the Work: 

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (AAERT) certification preferred

Work Experience:

• Three to five years’ clerical experience in an administrative, professional, governmental, or judicial setting to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities required.
• Experience in court transcription or legal transcription preferred.

Company Description

Mission Statement: The most livable community with the most efficient and effective public services in Pennsylvania.  

We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this job application!

 Cumberland County Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

Cumberland County acknowledges and celebrates the unique characteristics of our residents, employees, and visitors.  We identify diversity as a strength and consider it a growing, valuable asset of our community.  We thoughtfully offer services and opportunities by understanding the different needs of our residents and actively engaging the underrepresented. Everyone who lives, works, and visits Cumberland County will benefit from our commitment to a welcoming environment. 

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Benefits

Medical Benefits:

• Capital Blue Cross Medical Insurance 
  • Health Savings Account
  • Wellness program with wellness incentives
• Capital Blue Cross Vision Insurance 
• United Concordia Dental Insurance

Retirement Benefits:

• County Retirement Pension 
  • 5% minimum pre-tax contribution required, with the option of increasing your contribution over 5% up to 15% post-tax
  • Fully vested after 5 years of credited service
  • Normal Retirement Options:
    • Age 55 with 20 years of credited service
    • Age 60 with any amount of credited service
• Voluntary 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• Military Time Buy Back Options

Paid Time Off:

• Vacation
  • 10 days per year, accrued per pay period (Non-Exempt) 
  • 15 days per year, accrued per pay period (Exempt)
  • Increase for both Non-Exempt and Exempt of 5 days per year after 2 years of service
• Personal
  • 3 Personal days per year, pro-rated based on starting date
• Sick
  • 5 Sick days per year, pro-rated based on starting date
• 12 Paid County Holidays
  • No waiting period to receive paid holidays

Additional Benefits:

• Educational Assistance
  • 80% of cost of tuition and books up to the annual IRS limit per calendar year (after 6 months of Full-Time Employment)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – certain eligibility requirements must be met
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Resources for: Childcare, Eldercare, Legal, Financial, and Coaching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Account
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance