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RECORDER OPERATOR, COURTS

Code: 04873 Local Competitive

New Jersey treats Recorder Operator, Courts as a competitive-class job, so the gate is an examination and the ranked list it produces rather than a direct offer.

Eligibility comes down to 1 year of relevant experience.

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Recorder Operator, Courts is a local service title. It is filled by the counties, municipalities, authorities and other employers that have adopted civil service under Title 11A, not by State departments. Those employers set pay by ordinance or contract rather than from a State salary schedule, which is why most local titles carry no salary range here.

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Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction, operates recording equipment in courts and keeps a running detailed summary and log of the proceedings; does other related duties as required.

Examples of work

  • Takes down detailed testimony highlighting significant testimony in longhand on log sheet.
  • Operates recording equipment by turning machine of and off.
  • Tests recording equipment to ensure proper working condition by speaking into and tapping each microphone.
  • Places microphones in the courtroom to properly record proceedings.
  • Makes sure index counter is set properly.
  • Labels tape reels and boxes to ensure proper identification.
  • Monitors equipment operation by checking to see if meters are on and/or pilot lights light up.
  • Notifies Judge if malfunction of equipment occurs.
  • Maintains a complete and legible log containing index numbers, speakers' names and titles, and highlights of proceedings.
  • Performs a variety of responsible clerical tasks which may include interviewing, data gathering, or giving of information.
  • Answers inquiries of a limited complexity.
  • May assist with the training of new clerical employees.
  • Maintains records and files of tapes and logs.
  • Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Experience

One (1) year of experience in clerical work.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

  • Knowledge of court procedures and testimony after a period of training.
  • Knowledge of recorder equipment and the operation of recording equipment after a period of training.
  • Ability to identify pertinent information (or the selection of pertinent data from court proceedings).
  • Ability to take accurate notes at high speed and to reorganize them in an orderly fashion.
  • Ability to work well in a court room environment.
  • Ability to highlight proceedings in a meaningful manner in accord with accepted court practices.
  • Ability to comprehend established office routines, rules, and regulations of a limited complexity.
  • Ability to maintain essential records and files.
  • Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
  • Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The definition and examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.