English Stenographer (225-721)

An English Stenographer plays a crucial role in various professional settings, providing efficient and accurate transcriptions of spoken or recorded speech into text format. This position heavily relies on the mastery of shorthand or steno typing skills, enabling the stenographer to capture speeches, meetings, legal proceedings, and other verbal communications in real-time. As the bridge between verbal communication and documented written records, an English Stenographer ensures that all information is accurately and swiftly transcribed, maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive content. This position is vital in legal, corporate, or governmental environments where accurate record-keeping is essential. An ideal candidate for the role would be detail-oriented, have excellent listening and typing skills, and be adept with stenography tools and technologies. The role may also involve editing transcriptions for clarity and accuracy, thus requiring a strong command of the English language and grammar.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe verbal communications into text in real-time using stenography skills.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and classified information during transcription.
• Edit and proofread transcriptions to ensure clarity and grammatical accuracy.
• Utilize stenography equipment and software efficiently to capture spoken words.
• Manage multiple transcription assignments with varying deadlines effectively.
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of meetings and legal proceedings.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure comprehensive coverage of events.
• Adhere to industry standards and legal requirements for transcription accuracy.
• Develop shorthand skills and techniques to improve transcription speed.
• Stay updated with new technologies and methods in stenography and transcription.
• Organize and maintain digital and physical files of transcriptions securely.
• Participate in training and development sessions to enhance stenography skills.

Requirements

• Proven experience or training as an English Stenographer or in a similar role.
• Proficient in stenography and shorthand methods for real-time transcription.
• Excellent listening skills and a high typing speed for efficient transcription.
• Strong command of English grammar, punctuation, and composition skills.
• Familiarity with stenography equipment, tools, and transcription software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information discreetly.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Willingness to undergo additional training or certification in stenography.