Posting number: 39262
Department: Municipal Courts Department
Job classification: COURT REPORTER
Posting type: Open
Categories: Court Administration
Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division: Judicial Operations
Reporting Location: 1400 Lubbock
Workdays & Hours: Full-Time and PT30 considered
Monday – Friday/8:00 AM – 5:00pm* *Subject to Change*
OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This position is critical to the Municipal Courts Department's Judicial Operations Division and serves as the official recorder and records custodian for trials and appeals under the jurisdiction of the Municipal Courts Department. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity available for you to bring your passion and vibrant resilience to our team of Court Reporters. Duties include,
WORKING CONDITIONS:
General office setting. Occasional periods of standing, stooping, bending and/or light lifting of materials of up to 10 pounds. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Requires a High School Diploma or GED.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
No experience is required.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Court Reporters Certification licensed by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission (JBCC) of the State of Texas.
Must Pass a State and Federal Criminal History Background Check.
Must maintain updated licensing / certifications from the JBCC.
PREFERENCES:
Preference shall be given to qualified candidates who are proficient in their field, and candidates who have an associate or bachelor’s degree.
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:
Candidates must submit to a State/Federal criminal background check.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: NO
SALARY INFORMATION:
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE: 19
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfmor call (832/393-7238).
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All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
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