Job Description

Requisition No: 863093 

Agency: State Courts System

Working Title: COURT REPORTER II - 22010448

Pay Plan: State Courts System

Position Number: 22010448 

Salary: $75,692.76 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 12/13/2025 

Total Compensation Estimator 

Position Title

Court Reporter II

Job Location

Twelfth Judicial Circuit; Sarasota

Starting Salary Range

$75,692.76 Annually

Job Description

The Twelfth Judicial Circuit has an opening for an Official Court Reporter to be based in Sarasota County. The essential function of the position is to stenographically record felony court proceedings, provide Realtime to judges daily, and produce transcripts on a timely basis. The position is responsible for reporting court proceedings, performing research and proofreading and editing reported proceedings in order to produce quality transcripts. The position works under the general supervision of the Court Reporting Manager.

The position requires someone who is self-motivated, has a keen eye for detail and completes assignments timely. All Official Court Reporters are paid a monthly salary but are not paid appearance fees or for transcripts. However, a Diamante writer, laptop, maintenance of equipment, CAT software, and current updates are all provided. Also included are State of Florida government employee benefits. 

Duties and responsibilities

• Records court proceedings stenographically utilizing a Stenograph Diamante and Case Catalyst software;
• Reads back segments of proceedings from either stenographic notes or Realtime translation;
• Transcribes and edits stenographic or Realtime notes to transcript form in compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and statutes;
• Proofreads transcripts to verify correct spelling of names, places, medical, scientific, and legal terms; researches information as required to ensure accuracy of information;
• Prints and binds certified completed transcripts, and backs up transcripts for archiving purposes;
• Archives digital stenographic notes; maintains, updates, and edits personal dictionary; and maintains accurate logs of each day’s proceedings;
• Travels to courthouses within the circuit to perform duties, as may be required; 
• Completes and submits statistical reports to designated personnel.

Salary

$6,143.06 monthly (non-negotiable); State employees are paid on the last workday of each month. The successful candidate will be hired at the minimum salary. Benefits include membership in the Florida Retirement System and a generous contribution by the State to health insurance premiums.

Education and Training Guidelines

An Associate's degree or the equivalent of two years of college or vocational school education in court reporting is required. This position requires a valid certificate as a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) or higher. Realtime Reporter capability is required, and Realtime certification is preferred. 

Competencies

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Ability to stenographically report using Case Catalyst software and Realtime technology;
• Ability to hook up cables and troubleshoot with Realtime technology;
• Ability to record testimony at the standard required speed and accuracy; 
• Ability to edit and translate stenographic notes, proofread transcripts, verify the correct spelling of names, places, and terms;
• Ability to print and bind completed transcripts; back up transcripts to archives; archive notes and dockets;
• Ability to interact professionally and maintain an effective working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, government officials, and the public; 
• Ability to work in fast-paced, automated environment with many interruptions;
• In addition to the ability to use basic office equipment, this position also calls for computer skills: the ability to use computer applications such as Microsoft Office products and Microsoft Outlook; searching the Internet; and the ability to learn and use new program software.

Special Comments

Benefits

As a state or county-funded court employee, you will become eligible for healthcare, retirement savings through a self-directed investment plan or a dedicated pension plan, paid time off plus 12 paid holidays each year.

Career Advancement

Court employees become eligible for tuition programs and career advancement programs to grow or enhance leadership skills.

Our Culture

Court employees can expect a safe and diverse work environment with managers that want to help you succeed.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit a current  State of Florida Application to the Human Resources Manager of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit. A cover letter and current resume are encouraged. Application materials may be submitted electronically or via mail delivery.

Email:  Human Resources Manager -  hr@jud12.flcourts.org
Or mail to: Twelfth Judicial Circuit
Human Resources Manager
P.O. Box 48927
Sarasota, FL 34230

Website:  Career Opportunities

If you do not submit a State of Florida application, you will not be considered. If you have submitted a State of Florida application directly to the Twelfth Judicial Circuit within the past 12 months, please indicate - you will not be required to submit a new application.

The successful applicant will be subject to a Criminal Background Check. The Florida State Courts System is a criminal justice agency. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disability. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the application/selection process, please call 941-861-7811.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

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