Job Description

The First Judicial District is hiring an Official Stenographic Court Reporter for the Honorable Ryan Bies. Judge Bies is chambered in the Dakota County Western Service Center in Apple Valley, MN. In-person or hybrid options will be considered for this position. Applications will be reviewed beginning January 5, 2026 and thereafter as received.

Court Reporters have the opportunity to capture and preserve the court record while serving the public in a professional capacity through the administration of justice. The First Judicial District operates on a daily calendar system, providing employees the opportunity to report many different types of court proceedings. While the majority of work will be performed in Dakota County, some travel throughout the First District will occur. The First District consists of seven southern metro counties including Carver, Dakota, Goodhue, Le Sueur, McLeod, Scott, and Sibley.

The Minnesota Judicial Branch is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and optional benefits and paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Example of Duties:

The following are examples of major job duties expected for this position:

• Capture and preserve a verbatim record of court proceedings.
• Read back testimony upon request.
• Prepare transcripts and court orders in accordance with Rules of Court, State Statutes, legal rules and policies.
• Maintain accurate and complete files and records.
• Maintain awareness of rules, statues, and policy changes.
• Serve as a confidential assistant to the appointing authority or Judge.
• Perform other court related and confidential duties as directed by the appointing authority or Judge. Travel throughout the District.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent; and
• Graduation from a court reporting school approved by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) within the past two years; or
• Received a Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) designation from the NCRA or an equivalent certification from another state or territory of the United States or another professional court reporter association; or
• Have been practicing proficiently as a professional stenographic reporter for the past two years and within one month of hire, demonstrate accuracy alongside a stenographic court reporter; or
• Obtain RPR designation from the NCRA within two years of hire. Pending receipt of the RPR designation, must within one month of hire, demonstrate accuracy alongside a stenographic court reporter. Ability to provide RealTime or a willingness to work towards providing RealTime of court proceedings is preferred.
  

To Apply:

Please apply for this position by clicking the Apply link at the bottom of this page. Cover letter and resume are required and must be uploaded/attached to your online application.

This is an at-will position, included in the Teamsters Court Reporter bargaining unit.

All Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of a criminal background check. Please contact Human Resources at 1stdistrict.hr@courts.state.mn.us with questions regarding this position.

Why Work for Us?

Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth.

Employee Benefits

The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family’s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers . Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at 1stdistrict.hr@courts.state.mn.us . The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

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