Digital Recording Technician (Part-Time) - Office of Court Reporters and Interpreter Services

Company Description

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As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The First Judicial District of Pennsylvania (“FJD”) is the Philadelphia County Court System and is composed of two courts:  The Court of Common Pleas and the Municipal Court.  The mission of the FJD is to adjudicate cases and provide services to the community within our jurisdiction while ensuring fair, timely, and accessible justice to the people of Philadelphia.  The FJD is part of the Unified Judicial System reporting in to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.

Job Description

Position Summary

Covers court proceedings using digital audio reporting systems.  Records and monitors all assigned court proceedings, creates annotations or recording log sheets, and files annotations and/or court trial sheets. Provides routine clerical support following established office procedures when not working in courtroom. This is an entry level position performed under the supervision of a clerical or administrative supervisor requiring knowledge and skill in the use of computer and related software and data entry functions in a courtroom setting.  Training is provided.  This position requires the employee to possess strong focusing and multi-tasking skills while in the courtroom, and the ability to follow strict guidelines regarding creation and preservation of recorded courtroom audio.

In order to apply and be considered for this position, please visit https://fjdcareers.phila.gov/Cyberweb/ to complete an application and upload a resume.

Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Operates and monitors recording system in courtroom through the use of digitalized recording software.
• Receives and responds to inquiries regarding practices, procedures, and precedents of the assigned department.
• Receives requests for court records from lawyers, court officials and the public.
• Performs data entry functions to place essential information on court computers.
• Performs data entry functions to retrieve information from court computers.
• Interacts with judges, lawyers, the public and coworkers on a daily basis.
• Uses standard office equipment to record, store, retrieve, duplicate or present information.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

Answers telephones and greets the public.

Performs necessary office work, as instructed.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Standard courtroom conditions.

Standard clerical office conditions.

In order to apply and be considered for this position, please visit https://fjdcareers.phila.gov/Cyberweb/ to complete an application and upload a resume.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skill in the use of a computer and related programs, including Microsoft Office and Windows Vista.
• Ability to type on keyboard with speed and precision.
• Skill in the knowledge and application of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to deal with people in a tactful and efficient manner.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.

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