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Court Reporter (Full-Time)

Judicial Branch · Rochester, New York

Salary
$96,123 - $110,541 per year
Pay grade
JS-1 to 4
Schedule
Full-time
Appointment
Permanent
Opened
Sep 14, 2026
Closes
Dec 13, 2026
Remote
No
Telework eligible
No
Openings
1
Security clearance
Other
Promotion potential
None
Announcement
26-13

Who may apply: Open to the public

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Summary

Court reporters are involved in the day-to-day business of justice with the Federal Courts by supporting court program services and operations.

Duties

  • The position requires the ability to record verbatim testimony of courtroom proceedings, to read back all or any portion of the court record, to work well under pressure, and to work extended court and transcription production hours within strict time limitations. At the request of a party or by order of the Court, the Official Court Reporter provides transcripts within the time frames and cost requirements of the Judicial Conference of the United States. The incumbent must also comply with the Court's Court Reporter Management Plan and is prohibited from contract work outside of the Court. The incumbent must be capable of flexibly supporting both the Rochester and Buffalo courthouse locations, including the ability to routinely travel between courthouses for short-term proceedings, or long-term for lengthy trials, based on the needs of the Court.

Qualifications

At least one (1) year of prime court reporting experience. Successfully tested for listing on the registry of professional reporters of NCRA. Skill in the use of computer-aided transcription equipment. Possess and provide all necessary personal equipment and software. Merit and/or Realtime Certification preferred.

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