Sound Reporter – Dual Remote

NSW Department of Communities and Justice

. Monitor simultaneous live court proceedings, up to a maximum of four courts, from a transcription centre .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeGosford • AustraliaMid-LevelSenior💰 A$92,632 - A$95,482 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in monitoring court proceedings and producing accurate transcripts under tight deadlines, while adhering to RSB Transcription Manual standards. Proficient in interpreting diverse voices and managing logistics in multi-speaker environments.

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Courtroom ProceduresTranscription TechnologiesRSB Transcription Manual StandardsMulti-Speaker InterpretationLogistics Coordination

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Hard Skills

TranscriptionLegal SummarizationEditingMonitoringDocumentation Preparation

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationFocus Under PressureEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Remote Communication ToolsSound Recording Equipment

Industry Keywords

Court JurisdictionsCourt OperationsCourt ProtocolsLegal DiscussionsTranscription Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor simultaneous live court proceedings, up to a maximum of four courts, from a transcription centre
Prepare supporting documentation while monitoring courts remotely
Adhere to style guides and ensure complete accuracy during prolonged, uninterrupted monitoring periods
Perform in-court monitoring duties when required
Travel to regional and metropolitan court locations as needed
Summarise and edit legal discussions, capturing key points under RSB Transcription Manual standards
Produce daily transcripts under tight deadlines
Liaise with court personnel and manage logistics when acting as the sole RSB representative
Troubleshoot and coordinate with court officers to ensure quality sound recordings without disrupting proceedings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to accurately interpret diverse voices, accents, and languages in noisy, multi-speaker court environments during both recording and transcription
Familiarity with various court jurisdictions, operations, and protocols
Deep understanding of courtroom procedures
Capacity to stay current with evolving transcription technologies and standards
Skilled in maintaining physical dexterity and focus while remotely recording and monitoring court proceedings
Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure
Ability to handle up to four matters simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
Ability to summarise and edit legal discussions according to RSB Transcription Manual standards
Ability to travel to regional courts as required
Ability to troubleshoot and coordinate with court officers using remote communication tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

A challenging and rewarding career
Flexible, autonomous work environment
Competitive pay and conditions
Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs
Superannuation
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