Appellate Transcriptionist

Agency Supreme Court Division Supreme Court 1 Job Classification Title Appellate Transcriptionist (S) Position Number 60004847 Grade JB14 About Us DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay. Description of Work Salary Range: $43,614.00 - $64,851.00 The North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts seeks a qualified Appellate Transcriptionist to accurately transcribe and punctuate the spoken word to create a verbatim record for court proceedings, hearings, and depositions for the appeals process. This position requires an understanding of the Court's legal system including relevant ethics, professional standards and procedures. The role is critical for ensuring a precise record is available for appellate courts. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Produce an accurate legal transcript from an audio recording device according to specific court requirements. Transcribe, format, proof and certify official transcripts according to specific court requirements ensuring deadlines are met. Masters transcript formatting. Maintain confidentiality. Provide support to the court reporting manager by assisting in assignment and/or reassignment of transcripts to employees. Provide administrative support as assigned by court reporting manager. Follow proper courtroom confidentiality and etiquette, including impartiality to parties, exhibiting professional demeanor and appearance, and comply with policies related to court interactions or proceedings. The Appellate Transcription position reports directly to the Court Reporting Manager. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: fundamentals of court proceedings, documents and rules related to capturing a verbatim court record; transcript production; English, grammar, punctuation, and spelling; court rules, regulations, procedures, and operations; legal and various specialized terminology; and transcript formatting and style. Skills in: transcribing notes rapidly and accurately; typing speed and accuracy listening from audio recordings. Ability to: type a volume of material over a sustained period within deadlines; maintain confidentiality; and represent the court in a manner consistent with its decorum. Supplemental and Contact Information INSTRUCTIONS: Applicants must complete an on-line application by clicking the above APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. It is important your application includes all of your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application to receive proper credit. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of fully completed applications. *NOTE* Many job postings require certain documents be attached to an application. Verify your application is complete and uploaded documents are attached to your application before submitting it. Applications may not be altered after they have been submitted. All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers. The North Carolina Judicial Branch participates in E-Verify, an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the US Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. Travis Davis NC Administrative Office of the Courts Human Resources Division Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. High school diploma plus three years of professional transcription experience or an associate's degree plus one year of transcription experience or American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (AAERT) Certification plus one year of professional transcription experience. Attach cover letter, resume, and writing sample. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Travis Edward Davis Email: ... North Carolina State Government is one of the state's largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.