COURT REPORTER II:
22010654 job at State of Florida. Tavernier, FL.Requisition No: 854496 Agency: State Courts System
Working Title: COURT REPORTER II – 22010654 Pay Plan: State Courts System
Position Number: 22010654
Salary:
Monthly Salary $6,519.40 (Includes a CAD) – all hires must start at the minimum of the advertised pay level. Posting Closing Date: 08/31/2025 Total Compensation Estimator
Position Title: COURT REPORTER IIKey West or Plantation Key, Monroe County, Florida
Position Number 2210654
Annual Salary:
$76,796.81**Salary includes a Cost Area Differential (CAD) as approved by the Office of the State Court Administrator. Are you a skilled stenographer with a passion for precision and a love for coastal living? The Sixteenth Judicial Circuit invites you to join our team in the Florida Keys, where exceptional work meets an extraordinary backdrop. As a Court Reporter II, you'll play a pivotal role in capturing every spoken word in our courtrooms, all while enjoying life in one of the most scenic and vibrant regions in the state. Why You'll Love This Role in the Florida KeysWork in Paradise: Spend your days capturing court proceedings just a stone's throw from tropical ocean views, swaying palm trees, and lively island culture. Dynamic Environment: The Florida Keys court system handles a diverse range of cases—so no two days are the same. Professional Growth: Collaborate with experienced judges, attorneys, and fellow court staff who value your expertise.
Position Overview:
Under general supervision, the Official Court Reporter is to stenographically record court proceedings and produce transcripts. The position is responsible for recording court proceedings, performing research, proofreading, and editing recorded proceedings to produce transcripts, and assisting with the training of other departmental personnel, all while contributing to a positive and collaborative courtroom atmosphere.
Key Responsibilities:
Records court proceedings stenographically utilizing specialized equipment.
Reads back segments of proceedings from stenographic notes, real-time translation via laptop computer, or voice writing technology.
Transcribes and edits stenographic, real-time, or voice writing notes to transcript form in compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and statutes.
Proofreads transcripts to verify correct spelling of names, places, medical, scientific, and technological terms; researches information, including case history, and compiles witness and exhibit lists for trial testimony, as required to ensure accuracy of information.
Prints and binds certified, completed transcripts; transfers backup transcripts to disks for archiving purposes.
Archives paper notes and dockets; maintains, updates, and edits personal dictionary; and maintains accurate logs of each day's proceedings.
Assists with training of other departmental personnel and with task completion.
Performs office duties, including answering phones and generating e-mail correspondence or providing assistance to attorneys, court staff, and/or the general public.
Travels to various courthouses to perform duties as required; completes and submits statistical reports.
Attends and/or conducts staff and other professional meetings and conferences to exchange information.
Attends technical or professional seminars or conferences to improve professional knowledge.
Minimum Education and Experience Guidelines:
EducationAssociate degree or the equivalent of two years of college or vocational school education in computer operations, medical/legal terminology, court reporting, paralegal, or a closely related field.
Experience:
Four years of related work experience.
Location Home BaseKey West, Florida or Plantation Key, Florida.
Salary$76,796.81 annually* (includes a Cost Area Differential).
Benefits:- Great working environment
- Growth and Development Opportunities
- Medical, Dental, Vision and other supplemental insurances offered through the State of Florida
- Sick and Vacation Paid Time OffPaid Holidays
- Membership with Florida State Retirement System (Pension or Investment)
- State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Basic Term Life $25,000 (Free to Employee)
- Free Parking
- Professional development opportunities
- A supportive, collegial legal environment
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, or disability.
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call the contact person at (305) 295-3652 or as indicated for each position. Persons using a TTY/TDD may call the contact person through the Florida Relay Service at 711 or 1-800-955-8771.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214, member copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
