Reporter jobs in Reading, PA

Reporter researches a variety of news stories through interviews, observation, and library and/or online resources. Determines tone and intended audience of story. Being a Reporter investigates and writes a variety of simple news stories. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Reporter typically reports to a supervisor. The Reporter works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be a Reporter typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Court Reporter II - (Court Reporters)
  • County of Berks
  • Reading, PA FULL_TIME
  • POSITION SUMMARY:

    This position is responsible for the verbatim recordation by stenotype machine of all types of court proceedings and the preparation of a complete and accurate transcription from stenotype notes and accompanying computer SD card of such proceedings in accordance with established court-mandated procedures and time constraints. Responsible for the marking and the initial, temporary custody of exhibits offered during any court proceeding.

    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Essential Functions

    • Steno graphically record court proceedings by use of a stenotype machine.
    • When directed by the Court, read back portions of the record during proceedings.
    • Prepare orders dictated from the bench by judges.
    • Prepare, by court order or authorization, transcripts by means of Computer Aided Transcription (CAT) software, as requested, within specified time constraints.
    • Mark all exhibits offered during court proceedings and maintain record and description of each.
    • Maintain log and storage of both paper notes and accompanying computer SD cards of all proceedings for an indefinite period of time.

    Non-Essential Functions

    • Assume the duties of Chief Court Reporter when requested.

    MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    • High school diploma or possession of a G.E.D. Certificate from a recognized issuing agency.
    • Successful completion and graduation from an NCRA accredited school of court reporting, requiring a minimum of 225 wpm sustained dictation with 97% accuracy, or an associate degree in Specialized Business (Court Reporting).
    • Four (4) years of experience in general court reporting.
    • Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
    • Possession of NCRA RPR designation or successfully complete in-house examination.

    MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

    • Thorough knowledge of English usage, punctuation, spelling, and varied technical terminology.
    • Working knowledge of the conduct of legal proceedings.
    • Skill in taking and transcribing verbatim testimony for sustained periods of time received at rapid and changing speeds and inflections from several persons.
    • Must be familiar with and have the ability to use Computer Aided Transcription software in the preparation of transcripts.
    • Excellent typing skills.
    • Ability to work independently.
    • Ability to operate office equipment, i.e. printers, copy machines, and binders.
    • Ability to effectively deal with judges, attorneys, government officials, and parties involved in litigation.
    • Ability to handle stress.
    • Physical presence in the office is required.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    • Must be able to sit for long periods of time (hours) without a break.
    • Must be able to carry stenotype machine, along with associated accessories, from Office to Courtroom.
    • Must possess excellent hearing.

    WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

    • This position works at the pleasure of an assigned judge and must be available to work both before and after normal working hours in court.
    • This position has time constraints on transcript production (14 days) which may require working before and past normal working hours and on weekends.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: From $34.49 per hour

    Expected hours: 35 per week

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Retirement plan
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Monday to Friday

    Education:

    • Associate (Preferred)

    Experience:

    • relevant: 4 years (Preferred)

    Work Location: In person

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Local News Anchor Reporter
  • Hearst
  • Lancaster, PA
  • Job Description WGAL News 8, the NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster, Lebanon-York market is looking for an Anchor...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal - to Digital Reporter
  • Veritext Legal Solutions
  • Conshohocken, PA
  • Job Description Job Description Remain a critical part of the legal industry while putting your paralegal skills to work...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Court Reporter - Per Diem
  • Montgomery County Pennsylvania
  • Norristown, PA
  • SUMMARY *Two to four years formal stenographic training.* ** Current Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) certificate ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Marketing Analytics & Reporting Manager
  • Saint-Gobain North America
  • Malvern, PA
  • What’s the job? Reporting directly to the VP of Corporate Marketing, the Manager, Marketing Analytics & Reporting plays ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Client Service Associate - Tamarac Reporting
  • Envestnet
  • Berwyn, PA
  • Description Envestnet is seeking a passionate and talented Client Service Associate - Tamarac Reporting to join our Serv...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Reporting Analyst / Business Professional
  • Weston Solutions Inc.
  • West Chester, PA
  • At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions. Employee-ownership at Weston is a...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Analyst FP&A COE, Reporting & Insights
  • CSL Behring
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • The Opportunity: Reporting to the Manager, Operations Finance Reporting & Insights, as the Sr. Analyst FP&A CoE, E2E Rep...
  • 3/6/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manager, Pricing & Government Reporting
  • CSL Behring
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • The Manager, Pricing & Government Reporting will assist in calculating monthly and quarterly pricing to Veteran Administ...
  • 2/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Reading (/ˈrɛdɪŋ/ RED-ing; Pennsylvania German: Reddin) is a city in and the county seat of Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States. With a population of 87,575, it is the fifth-largest city in Pennsylvania. Located in the southeastern part of the state, it is the principal city of the Greater Reading Area, and is furthermore included in the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden PA-NJ-DE-MD Combined Statistical Area. The city, which is approximately halfway between the state's most populous city, Philadelphia, and the state capital, Harrisburg (as well as about halfway between Allentown and Lancaster)...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Reporter jobs
$32,837 to $51,470
Reading, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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The highest-paid court reporters received more than three times as much as the lowest earners.
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