Summary The Transcript Records Clerk performs clerical duties for internal members of the court including division supervisors, directors, judges, and court reporters. The Transcript Records Clerk acts as a liaison to the court reporters and members of the public including attorneys and litigants. There is a 100-application limit for this vacancy and will close at 11:59PM EST on the day we receive the 100th application, or at 11:59PM EST on the listed closing date, whichever comes first. Responsibilities Brief Description of Duties: Coordinates all transcript requests both non-appeal and appeal and disseminates to an individual court reporter or transcription branch for preparation. Maintains a production log for all assigned reporters. Reviews worksheets, transcripts, and invoices submitted by court reporters for accuracy. Assists customers in person at the front counter and via phone with office procedures for ordering transcripts. Corresponds with internal and external customers via email. Provides a monthly report on court reporter transcript production. Monitors the Web Voucher System (WVS) and Web Transcript Tracking System (WTTS) for transcript requests. Tracks payments received by federal agencies to ensure all outstanding balances are reconciled. Closes out cash drawer at the end of the day to ensure balances for payments received for the Transcription Branch are accurate. Acts as a team player to help the office run efficiently and effectively. Reviews and validates check payments received from customers over the counter (payee name, dc bar number, etc.) Processes all tape and/or transcription branch copy orders. Requirements Conditions of Employment A background and security investigation is required. A probationary period of one (1) year must be successfully completed. Please note this position has a 100 application limit. To qualify for this position, you must submit the following: 1. Resume 2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire 3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript, or degree) 4. List of three (3) professional references All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of three (3) years of experience in an office performing administrative and accounting-related tasks such as cash handling, bookkeeping, or similar duties in a court or legal environment. A bachelors degree is preferred. Must be able to type 40 words per minute. Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts is required. If you are selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted. The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts’ values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency. Education To qualify based on education, upload a copy of your college transcript or degree. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for District of Columbia Courts employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at time of application to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. Additional Information This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive Federal civil service. Please note there is a mandatory one-year probationary period for all non-judicial new employees. All required information must be received by the vacancy announcement closing date. Please note that this position has a 100 application limit.