Whatcom County Superior Court - Court Reporter at Whatcom County – Bellingham, Washington

Whatcom County Superior Court is seeking a skilled and reliable Court Reporter to join our team.

This position is responsible for creating and maintaining accurate, real-time records of court proceedings and ensuring timely transcript delivery in accordance with legal requirements. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, maintain professionalism in the courtroom, and possess strong technical and communication skills.

Whatcom County Superior Court is an independent branch of government and personnel employed under the judicial branch of government. The positions are in accordance with GR 29. Under GR 29, the Presiding Judge is responsible for the daily operations of the Court, which includes working conditions, hiring, discipline, and termination decisions.

Key Duties Include:

• Attend court proceedings and produce accurate, real-time verbatim transcripts

• Provide transcripts and rough drafts to judges as needed

• Maintain stenographic equipment, records, and databases in compliance with legal standards

• Collaborate with coworkers to ensure complete and consistent case records

• Respond to inquiries from court staff, legal professionals, and the public

• Meet required deadlines for transcript preparation

• Stay current on court reporting practices and maintain necessary certifications

Supervisor: Superior Court Judges

Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM

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Salary Range: Unrepresented- Range 801

Hiring rate depends on qualifications. This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any negotiated Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).

Bachelor's degree in General Studies, english, or a related field AND three years of progressively responsible experience in legal reporting
OR
Associate's degree in Court Reporting AND five years of progressively responsible experience in legal reporting

Desired:

• Certificate of completion from a court reporting program approved by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or equivalent
• Three to five years of recent and continuous court reporting experience across a variety of subject matters
• Strong writing, grammar and transcription skills
• Proficiency in operating computerized stenographic equipment and court reporting software

To be considered for this position, please submit your certification along with your resume and cover letter.

At its sole discretion, Whatcom County may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.

• Must possess and maintain Washington State Certified Court Reporter (CCR) certification
• Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) or Registered Skilled Reporter (RSR) certification through NCRA
• Criminal justice background check must meet County criteria
• Must pass job-related testing
• Employee must provide and maintain court reporting and transcription equipment at own expense

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