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Overview The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas is a public service organization focused on providing exceptional customer service to the court, members of the legal community and the general public. The court operates in seven offices: Beaumont, Lufkin, Marshall, Plano, Sherman, Texarkana, and Tyler. We are seeking an innovative and experienced individual to serve as an Official Court Reporter. Responsibilities Report proceedings using own equipment in court and chambers; read back court record upon request. Produce verbatim transcription of proceedings within strict time limits and in compliance with the Judicial Conference’s billing and transcript format requirements; deliver, email, or mail official transcripts and file originals and copies with the Clerk of Court. Respond timely to official correspondence, maintain accurate and legible records subject to audit, and prepare and file all reports required by the Administrative Office. Work as part of a team of reporters on a regular tour of duty that requires presence in the courthouse during core working hours (80 hours per period); occasional extended hours and reimbursable travel may be required to cover proceedings at other divisional offices within the district. Qualifications Required minimum qualifications for level 1: Candidate must have passed the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) Examination administered by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or passed an equivalent qualifying examination. For pay levels above level 1, the candidate must meet qualifications for level 1 and the following: Level 2- Must possess a Registered Merit Reporter Certificate from the NCRA. Level 3- Must have successfully completed the Certified Realtime Reporter exam offered by the NCRA or an equivalent exam. Level 4- Must (1) possess a Registered Merit Reporter Certificate from the NCRA and (2) have successfully completed the Certified Realtime Reporter exam offered by the NCRA or equivalent exam. Employee Benefits The U.S. District Court falls within the Judicial Branch of the U.S. Government. Judiciary employees serve under “Excepted Appointment” and are considered “at-will” employees. As such, employment may be terminated by either the employer or the employee with or without cause. Federal Civil Service classifications/regulations do not apply; however, court employees are entitled to similar benefits as other federal employees. These benefits include participation in the Federal Employees’ Retirement System which contributes to the Social Security Retirement Program, the Federal Employees’ Health Benefits Program, Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance Program, Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401k plan with employer matching contributions), paid holidays and annual/sick leave accrual. The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr United States Courts

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