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Spokane County Official Court Reporter in Spokane, Washington
Official Court Reporter
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Official Court Reporter
Salary
$55,100.06 - $77,109.95 Annually
Location
WA 99260, WA
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
23-00105
Department
Superior Court
Opening Date
03/29/2023
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
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Job Summary
This position is 37.5 hours per week.
This is fulltime onsite position.
Performs highly skilled stenographic work associated with court proceedings.
NOTES: Official Court Reporters are entitled to the same paid six weeks off as the Judge they are employed by. Certified Shorthand Reporter license required. Certification referenced in RCW 18.145.080 required. Registered Professional Reporter certification preferred. Real-time experience preferred.
TOTAL COMPENSATION: $70,528 - $98,701 annually. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.
Examples of Duties
Reports, transcribes and preserves a verbatim stenographic machine or computer-aided record of court proceedings, hearings and conferences. Indexes and files notes and transcripts; reads back portions of the record upon order by the court in compliance with the request by trial attorneys.
Assists with the management of the trial department.
Transcribes oral and memorandum opinions of the court; prepares jury instructions and court correspondence at the direction of the judge.
Assists the court clerk in marking exhibits and administering oath to witnesses.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Requirements
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: As per RCW 2.32.180 - Three years experience as a skilled, practical reporter, or who upon examination shall be able to report and transcribe accurately (200) wpm of two-voice testimony for five consecutive minutes OR pass a national test which is approved by the state licensing department. Also see WAC 308-14-085.
LICENSE: Certified Court Reporter or Certified Shorthand Reporter license required. Certification referenced in RCW 18.145.080 required. Registered Professional Reporter certification preferred. Real-time experience preferred.
Selection Factors
Knowledge of:
• English grammar, punctuation and vocabulary.
• legal, medical, and other technical terminology.
Ability to:
• read, comprehend and follow court rules and State laws related to the work.
• maintain records and files of stenographic machine notes, computer-aided tapes, and verbatim transcripts.
• accurately hear and transcribe a variety of voice modulations and to concentrate on what is being said regardless of physical surroundings.
• work accurately under stressful situations.
SPOKANE COUNTY
Employee Benefits Summary
The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.
PAID TIME OFF
Spokane County Observed Holidays
Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County.
PTO
Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years.
Vacation
For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).
Sick Leave
Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.
Other Leaves
Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.
INSURANCE BENEFITS
Medical Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month).
2023 Rates:
Premera
Employee Only: $38.04 per month
Employee & Spouse: $149.52 per month
Employee & Family: $209.60 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $136.16 per month
Kaiser:
Employee: $35.92 per month
Employee & Spouse: $140.56 per month
Employee & Family: $196.06 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $128.58 per month
Dental Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents.
2023 Rates:
Delta Dental Willamette Dental
Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month
Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month
Group Life Insurance
The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS & 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Long Term Disability Coverage
Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness or injury at rate of 60% of income up to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Spokane County pays the full premium for this plan. Deputy Sheriff's receive a benefit through their union for disability.
RETIREMENT
Retirement Plan (401a)
Spokane County employees are automatically included in the Washington State Retirement System. Both the employer and the employee contribute to the plan. This retirement plan provides a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit once vested and eligible for retirement.
Additional Retirement Plan Option (457b)
Employees may supplement their retirement income and save money on taxes by participating in this optional County program. Roth (after-tax) option is also available through this retirement plan.
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS
AFLAC
Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay for benefits not covered by major medical insurance. The employee pays 100% of the premium.
Travel Assistance
Provides additional travel protections anytime you travel more than 100 miles from home. Includes pre-trip information, emergency ticket replacement, and emergency evacuation coverage. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
Spokane County sponsors a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account to allow out-of-pocket Medical & Daycare Expenses to be paid with Tax Free Dollars. Premiums are automatically set up pre-tax under the FSA.
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance is additional optional life insurance provided through The Standard Insurance. New employees are guaranteed up to $50,000 for self and $20,000 for a spouse with no medical underwriting needed.
WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS
Employee Assistance Program
Employees and their family members are eligible to receive free counseling. There are also benefits relating to financial and legal concerns.
Reduced Cost Bus Pass Program
Spokane County participates in a program with STA which discounts bus passes to $5 a month.
Wellness Programs
There are opportunities for nearby exercise programs at reduced cost and education programs around wellness themes including financial well-being, nutrition and stress reduction.
Discounts
There are local and national discounts available to Spokane County employees.
01
Do you possess a Certified Shorthand Reporter or Certified Court Reporter license?
Yes
No
02
Do you meet the following requirements as referenced in RCW 2.32.180? Three years experience as a skilled, practical reporter, or who upon examination shall be able to report and transcribe accurately (200) wpm of two-voice testimony for five consecutive minutes OR pass a national test which is approved by the state licensing department. Also see WAC 308-14-085.
Yes
No
03
Do you have Registered Professional Reporter Certification? (preferred, but not required)
Yes
No
04
Do you have Real-Time experience? (preferred, but not required)
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
Spokane County
Address
824 N Adams Spokane, Washington, 99260
Phone
509-477-5750
Website
http://www.spokanecounty.org/employment