Electronic Court Recorder - District Judge Williston
Salary & Benefits: $2,453 monthly, State Benefits Package
Closing Date: April 14, 2008
The Electronic Court Recorder is responsible for making a verbatim record of district and
juvenile court trials, proceedings and other matters using audio recording equipment, writing
court logs, noting appearances and essential events during these proceedings, and providing
typewritten transcripts as required. Positions assigned to this classification provide
administrative and secretarial support to a district judge(s) and court staff, assist in calendar
control and scheduling, and may serve as a liaison between the district judge and others in
matters handled by the judge.
Essential Functions:
Accurately records, transcribes, and certifies the record of court and jury trial
proceedings, unless it is prepared by a third party, by computer-aided equipment per
state and appellate requirements. Responsibility also requires taking court notes
during hearings to identify appearances and to note significant events during the
hearing and to locate and present prior testimony. Travel to other counties within
and outside of the district for court proceedings assigned to the district judge is also
required.
Performs clerking duties in courtroom, administers oath, marks documents,
maintains logs and other forms, and transfers audio tapes, files and records to the
clerk of district court for reference.
Prepares and distributes official transcripts and related documents.
Coordinates meetings and maintains the calendar for the judge and his or her court
schedule. Schedules trials and other court proceedings, unless done by a calendar
clerk and in cooperation with the clerk of court, and informs parties of the same.
Provides secretarial and clerical support to the district judge by typing,
transcribing, and proofing all correspondence, findings, orders, jury instructions,
memorandum or other materials.
Performs a variety of clerical and administrative tasks that may include:
scheduling rotation of court reporter pool, answering phones, maintaining and
purchasing office supplies, maintaining law library, arranging appointments and
travel reservations, scheduling and notifying parties of meetings and proceedings,
performing related scheduling functions, and preparing expense vouchers.
Serves as primary contact for case-related information as requested. Greets
visitors, screens telephone calls and correspondence, provides information, explains
policies and procedures or refers, as appropriate. Acts as a liaison between the
district judge and personnel from other agencies, the general public, and attorneys.
Qualifications:
Requires a high school diploma and two years of previous secretarial experience in a court,
law office or related job experience.
Application Process:
Interested applicants must submit an Application for State Employment (SFN 10950) and
a resume. Applications can be obtained by contacting the local job service office or online
at: www.nd.gov/hrms/jobs/apps/application.htm.
Submit Application and Resume to:
North Dakota Supreme Court
Attn: Human Resources
600 East Boulevard, Dept 180
Bismarck, ND 58505-0530
Phone: (701) 328-4216
Fax: (701) 328-2092
Application materials must be received at the address above no later than 5:00 p.m., on April
14, 2008.
The successful candidate will be subject to a criminal background check.
Persons needing accommodation or assistance in the application process may call Human
Resources at (701) 328-4216.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of North Dakota does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the
provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.