Job Description

Requisition No: 858879 

Agency: State Courts System

Working Title: DIGITAL COURT REPORTER - 22011365

 Pay Plan: State Courts System

Position Number: 22011365 

Salary: $43,981.68 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 08/20/2025 

Total Compensation Estimator 

Position Number

22011365

Position Title

Digital Court Reporter

Job Location

20th Judicial Circuit Court; Collier County, FL

Salary Range

$43,981.68 Annually

Job Description

The position of Digital Court Reporter performs responsible work throughout the five counties of the circuit related to capturing and maintaining an audio verbatim record of court proceedings. This position operates electronic recording systems to record court proceedings while the DCR annotates the record. The position is responsible for proper archiving and accessing of an electronic copy of a court proceeding. This position also performs duties related to maintaining and storing court recordings, responding to requests for court recordings, and other related duties, as assigned, and as such, excellent operational knowledge of a personal computer and Microsoft Office products is required. The position is required to maintain a professional demeanor at all times and to establish effective working relationships with co-workers, judges, court personnel, Offices of the Clerks of the Court, Office of the State Attorney, Public Defender’s Office, other state agencies, members of the bar, and the general publ

Primary responsibilities of a Digital Court Reporter include the following:

(1) Capture, maintain and annotate the record of court proceedings

(2) Produce media requests

(3) Prepare and maintain logs and statistics

(4) Perform other duties as assigned

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. (1) Capture and Maintain the Record of Court Proceedings

Organize and prioritize the daily court schedule in accordance with statutes, court rules, administrative orders, and operational policies

Ensure that all recording equipment is tested and in proper working order prior to the beginning of court sessions. Coordinate equipment repairs if needed

Set up laptop computers and microphones as necessary, archiving files daily at the end of court sessions

Record and monitor, as assigned, all court proceedings required to be recorded, using electronic court recording equipment and stand-alone laptop computers

Accurately annotate proceedings with essential case information

Perform playback of proceedings in courtrooms when requested

File DVDs correctly in secure vault to ensure timely access

Backup co-workers as assigned

Travel to courts throughout the Circuit for coverage or training as assigned

Work overtime, as may be necessary, to cover assign court proceedings

Work weekend duty on a rotating basis

(2) Produce Media Requests

Maintain file log sheets or database for all assigned recordings and assignments, maintaining information in a logical order.

Receive and log media requests into database

Reproduce recordings by burning CDs correctly, labeling, and ensuring functionality of each media request

Distribute media requests in an efficient and timely manner, and in accordance with statutes, court rules, administrative orders, and operational policies

Gather and provide accurate information

(3) Prepare and Maintain Logs and Statistics

Accurately prepare and maintain logs for laptop archiving, media requests, schedules, and dockets

Maintain situation logs for equipment

Prepare monthly statistics report in a timely manner

(4) Perform Other Duties as Assigned

Follow and interpret manuals and instructions

Excellent operational knowledge of a personal computer and Microsoft Office products is essential as correspondence and logs are prepared and maintained in this medium

Troubleshoot recording equipment problems and failures

Additional duties including, but not limited to: answering the telephone, sending and receiving e-mail, processing mail, faxing documents, preparing documents, reports, and time sheets, performing data entry, preparing and monitoring bills, and ordering of department’s office supplies

Follow proper courtroom confidentiality and etiquette, including, but not limited to, impartiality to parties, and exhibit professional demeanor and dress at all times, and comply with Administrative Orders and Court Administration Policies related to court proceedings and court recording functions

Adhere to all Administrative Office of the Courts Personnel Regulations

Perform other related duties as assigned

Education and Training Guidelines

Graduation from a standard high school or GED equivalent and one year of college or vocational school with education in office skills, computer operation, or closely related field. Relevant experience may substitute for the recommended education on a year-for-year basis.

Two years of related professional experience working in the legal field or as a court stenographer or closely related stenographic work. Relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis

Competencies

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge of:

Fundamentals of court proceedings, documents, and rules related to capturing a verbatim court record

Accurately perform tagging of recorded court proceedings, which reduces the spoken word into a verbatim written record at a high rate of speed and in proper format

English grammar, punctuation, spelling, court procedures and legal terminology

Computer applications, including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel

Use and maintenance of electronic recording and equipment

Knowledgeable and capable of navigating and utilizing the Windows and internet environment to be able to maneuver and utilize various windows and applications simultaneously

Working knowledge of court system, courtroom procedures, legal documents, and legal terminology.

Ability to:

Verify the electronic recording equipment is working properly prior to the start of court proceedings and to perform routine, simple maintenance

Organize work effectively and meet required deadlines and follow schedules

Sit in one place and maintain high level of concentration for long periods of time and in close proximity to co-workers

Be self-motivated, efficiently organize work under pressure, exercise discretion, and maintain confidentiality

Provide effective, accurate, professional, polite, friendly, and prompt customer service to the public and other agency personnel, AOC employees, and the Judiciary

Maintain consistent and regular attendance, which is required

Proofread carefully and accurately

Utilize various software programs including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel

Lift up to 25 pounds

Travel circuit-wide when necessary for coverage and/or training

Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

Work overtime, as may be necessary, to cover assign court proceedings

Accurately type 40 words per minute, minimum, without errors

Special Comments

*This position is eligible for a Competitive Area Differential (CAD) as approved by the Florida State Court System up to $2,367.96 annually.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY TO THE AOC?

Great working environment

Growth and Development Opportunities

Medical, Dental, Vision + other supplemental insurances offered

Sick + Vacation Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Retirement plan options (Pension or Investment)

457 Deferred Compensation

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply

Submit a current and complete application at Digital Court Reporter (Collier County) | Job Details tab | Career Pages

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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