Legal Affairs
Reporter / Stenographer
$97,606 a year
Posted until October 20, 2026 · posted August 21, 2026
Requirements
Diploma + experience
Exam
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≈ $46.93 an hour · $3,754 every 2 weeks, before taxes (40-hour weeks).
NYC minimum wage is $17/hr. This beats it by $29.93/hr, with health insurance and a pension on top.
What you'd have made
$3,741 If you'd started this job 2 weeks ago, at this pay, before taxes.
An hour of this job pays for about 15.6 subway rides ($3 fare).
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What they actually ask for.
High school diploma plus experience
Education Requirement: By the last day of the Application Period you must have a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization.
REQUIREMENTS TO BE APPOINTED:
Stenotype Proficiency: At the time of the appointment interview, you will be required to demonstrate your proficiency to take two-voice dictation, using a stenotype machine, at the rate of 175 words per minute and to transcribe same.
Special Note
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To be eligible for assignment to Assignment Level II, an incumbent must have at least one year of satisfactory experience working in an office of a District Attorney performing Assignment Level I duties.
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The work
What the job is.
The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community.
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By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice.
By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day. In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Reporter / Stenographer.
Job Responsibilities:
- Reports to the Grand Jury to take verbatim testimony on Stenographic machine, provided by Office.
- Ability to take down two (2) voice testimony in confidential proceedings and transcribe all minutes in a quick turnaround time period.
- Uses Case Catalyst System with personal dictionary to produce transcripts in an expeditious time frame.
- Keeps accurate records and files of cases.
- Appears in court to testify, when required, as to accuracy of transcripts.
- Transcribes audio files for ADAs for hearings and/or trials.
- All other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A High School diploma or equivalent and a Graduate Certificate at 225 WPM from a Court Reporting Institution.
- Ability to take two-voice testimony at an average of 175 words per minute.
Skills they'd like
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Ability to transcribe testimony in a timely manner using Case Catalyst.
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Ability to read back testimony from notes for Grand Jury or ADA.
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Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
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All the skills they list
Excellent time management skills Strong desire and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
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Familiarity with general court services.
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Ability to work independently and effectively under deadlines.
Before you apply
The fine print.
Where you have to live
NYC residency not required
City Residency is not required for this position.
Sources
Straight from the city.
Updated every day from the city's job data (last city update September 21, 2026). You apply through the official posting.
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