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Why you’ll love this position
Court Reporter
A position with the Missouri Judiciary provides you the opportunity to work with a variety of exceptional, hardworking people and to gain a valuable and rewarding career. It takes many types of talent to advance the mission of the Missouri Judiciary and to keep operations running smoothly. Our positions offer competitive benefit programs, growth opportunities and the ability to work with people in your community.
We are recruiting to fill a Court Reporter within the Missouri Judicial branch. Persons serving as official court reporter shall be an officer of the court and shall hold office at the pleasure of the judge who appoints the reporter.
Responsibilities
Other key responsibilities include:
(The below are typical duties performed in this position. Although these examples are descriptive of duties, they are not all-inclusive and are subject to change at any time, with or without notice and will vary at the discretion of the judge)
- Record and preserve all courtroom proceedings under the direction of the judge; attend court sessions and record full verbatim records of all oral evidence, including but not limited to objections to the admissibility of testimony, rulings of the Court and all exceptions to such rulings.
- Preserve records (printed or electronic) utilizing accepted methods of recording, such as machine, shorthand or steno mask.
- Transcribe record of proceedings and provide transcripts to requesting parties.
- Perform courtroom duties, such as marking exhibits; assist judge as required; assist other divisions with court reporter duties when given approval by appointing judge.
DESIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
(This job description does not include specific physical requirements necessary to perform the job, such as carrying, standing, and lifting. Such requirements vary from position to position and may be determined by the appointing authority.)
- Advanced skill in the operation of reporting equipment and general office equipment.
- Advanced ability to work independently with minimal supervision, maintain accurate records, and work under pressure.
- Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and maintain confidential information.
- Ability to professionally represent the Court and adhere to professional ethics.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
(The following statement represents the minimum education and experience that will be used to determine qualifications of applicants, provided equivalent substitution will be permitted in case of deficiencies of either experience or education. Education above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required general experience; experience above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.)
Must be a Certified Court Report (CCR) as provided by Rule 14 of the Missouri State Supreme Court Rules.
May also have a Registered Professional Reporter Certification but must obtain the CCR from Missouri within 24 months of employment and must maintain certification and remain in good standing.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and have a strong commitment to diversity in all its forms. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who will assist us in demonstrating our essential values of excellence, integrity, justice, stewardship, teamwork and partnership.
Contact Details
If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:
Please send inquiries regarding this position or questions regarding employment with the Missouri Judiciary to: rhonda.percival@courts.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.
JOB SUMMARY
Why you’ll love this position
Court Reporter
A position with the Missouri Judiciary provides you the opportunity to work with a variety of exceptional, hardworking people and to gain a valuable and rewarding career. It takes many types of talent to advance the mission of the Missouri Judiciary and to keep operations running smoothly. Our positions offer competitive benefit programs, growth opportunities and the ability to work with people in your community.
We are recruiting to fill a Court Reporter within the Missouri Judicial branch. Persons serving as official court reporter shall be an officer of the court and shall hold office at the pleasure of the judge who appoints the reporter.
Responsibilities
Other key responsibilities include:
(The below are typical duties performed in this position. Although these examples are descriptive of duties, they are not all-inclusive and are subject to change at any time, with or without notice and will vary at the discretion of the judge)
- Record and preserve all courtroom proceedings under the direction of the judge; attend court sessions and record full verbatim records of all oral evidence, including but not limited to objections to the admissibility of testimony, rulings of the Court and all exceptions to such rulings.
- Preserve records (printed or electronic) utilizing accepted methods of recording, such as machine, shorthand or steno mask.
- Transcribe record of proceedings and provide transcripts to requesting parties.
- Perform courtroom duties, such as marking exhibits; assist judge as required; assist other divisions with court reporter duties when given approval by appointing judge.
DESIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
(This job description does not include specific physical requirements necessary to perform the job, such as carrying, standing, and lifting. Such requirements vary from position to position and may be determined by the appointing authority.)
- Advanced skill in the operation of reporting equipment and general office equipment.
- Advanced ability to work independently with minimal supervision, maintain accurate records, and work under pressure.
- Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and maintain confidential information.
- Ability to professionally represent the Court and adhere to professional ethics.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
(The following statement represents the minimum education and experience that will be used to determine qualifications of applicants, provided equivalent substitution will be permitted in case of deficiencies of either experience or education. Education above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required general experience; experience above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.)
Must be a Certified Court Report (CCR) as provided by Rule 14 of the Missouri State Supreme Court Rules.
May also have a Registered Professional Reporter Certification but must obtain the CCR from Missouri within 24 months of employment and must maintain certification and remain in good standing.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and have a strong commitment to diversity in all its forms. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who will assist us in demonstrating our essential values of excellence, integrity, justice, stewardship, teamwork and partnership.
Contact Details
If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:
Please send inquiries regarding this position or questions regarding employment with the Missouri Judiciary to: rhonda.percival@courts.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.
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Frame your beat as a specialty occupation
H-1B eligibility hinges on the role requiring a specific bachelor's degree. Document that your reporting beat demands a journalism, communications, or subject-matter degree, not just any credential, so the LCA and I-129 petition hold up under USCIS scrutiny.
Target cap-exempt newsrooms first
Public broadcasters affiliated with universities and nonprofit public media organizations are cap-exempt employers. Joining one means your H-1B petition can be filed any time of year and bypasses the annual cap and selection process entirely.
Verify your offered wage against OFLC data
Before accepting an offer, run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the salary meets the prevailing wage Level I or II threshold. A below-prevailing offer will block LCA certification and stall the entire filing.
Use Migrate Mate to find LCA-active publishers
Many newsrooms file LCAs without advertising the fact publicly. Search Migrate Mate to identify digital publishers, broadcast groups, and wire services with verified H-1B LCA filing history for reporter and journalist roles in your target market.
Secure a byline portfolio before interviews
Immigration officers and hiring managers both scrutinize whether your work demonstrates the specialized knowledge a specialty occupation requires. A portfolio showing consistent beat coverage in a defined subject area strengthens both your hire case and the USCIS petition narrative.
Clarify the employer's PERM timeline if you want a green card
Reporters on H-1B who want permanent residence need PERM labor certification, which requires the employer to run a full recruitment process. Confirm early whether the newsroom has done this before and whether editorial HR is prepared to manage it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a reporter role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires the position to normally demand a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as journalism, communications, or a subject-matter discipline tied to the beat. General-assignment roles where any degree is accepted tend to face more scrutiny than specialized beat positions like science reporter or investigative data journalist.
Which visa types are realistic for international reporters seeking U.S. jobs?
H-1B is the most common path for reporters at commercial outlets. Australian nationals can pursue the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and a cap that has never been exhausted. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa if the role fits the USMCA journalist or reporter category. J-1 visa is available through designated exchange programs, often at public media organizations.
How do I find newsrooms that have sponsored reporters before?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified LCA filing history for reporter and journalist roles, searchable by city and outlet type. This shows you which publishers have actually gone through the H-1B or E-3 sponsorship process, not just which ones mention it in a job posting.
Does a three-year journalism degree from Australia count for H-1B or E-3 eligibility?
Generally yes. USCIS and consular officers treat a three-year Australian bachelor's degree as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for specialty occupation purposes, provided the degree is in a directly related field. A credential evaluation from a recognized organization such as NACES can formalize that equivalency if the employer or officer requests documentation.
Can a freelance reporter get visa sponsorship, or does it require full-time employment?
H-1B, E-3, and TN all require an employer-employee relationship, so a pure freelance arrangement won't qualify. Some digital outlets hire reporters on a full-time or part-time employee basis that meets the standard. Reporters who work for a single outlet under an editorial control arrangement may qualify, but the employer must file the petition and maintain the relationship.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Reporter jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.