Location and Compensation
Bathurst. Casual rate $49.25 per hour, plus employer's contribution to superannuation and casual loading.
Your role
As a Sound Reporter (Remote) you are responsible for monitoring simultaneous live court proceedings from a transcription centre over prolonged, uninterrupted periods. While at your workstation you prepare supporting documentation, adhere to style guides, and ensure complete accuracy while working in high‐pressure situations.
At times you will need to attend in person to perform court monitoring duties and travel is required, particularly in regional areas where courts may not be remote‐capable. You may be based at a nominated location, but regional and metropolitan roles may require working out of several different locations depending on court coverage.
Each day is different, offering the chance to encounter new and diverse content and providing a first‐hand view of the NSW court system.
The role includes exposure to information about disturbing events. Click here for more information.
Want to know more about the day in the life of a Sound Reporter (Dual Remote)? Click here to view a short video.
What You'll Do
* Work effectively in a team and under pressure, especially when producing daily transcripts.
* Handle multiple matters (up to 4) simultaneously to meet tight deadlines.
* Summarise and edit legal discussions, ensuring key points are captured per RSB Transcription Manual standards.
* At times travel to regional courts as the sole RSB representative, managing logistics and liaising with court personnel.
* Troubleshoot and coordinate with court officers to ensure quality sound recordings, using remote communication tools without disrupting court proceedings.
What We're Looking For
* Advanced listening and comprehension – ability to interpret diverse voices, accents, and languages in noisy, multi‐speaker court environments during both recording and transcription.
* Jurisdictional and procedural knowledge – familiarity with various court jurisdictions, operations, and protocols, and a deep understanding of courtroom procedures.
* Technological adaptability – capacity to stay current with evolving transcription technologies and standards, ensuring consistent accuracy and efficiency.
* Multitasking and physical coordination – skilled in maintaining physical dexterity and focus while remotely recording and monitoring court proceedings, often requiring simultaneous liaison with court staff.
Essential Requirements
* Excellent English spelling, grammar, punctuation, and comprehension skills; high proficiency in audio transcription and word processing (minimum 50 wpm) to produce accurate running transcripts of court proceedings.
* Ability to listen to and comprehend simultaneous courtroom voices and dialogue (e.g., numerous people speaking at once in different courtroom contexts) and possess the relevant reporting experience and procedural knowledge to produce accurate log sheets for the highest‐standard transcript.
* Diverse knowledge and comprehension of medical, technical, and legal terminology and ability to quickly research specialist dictionaries.
* Expertise in various types of recording equipment, including amplification and remote witness equipment, and the relevant experience to troubleshoot technical equipment problems as they arise.
What We Offer
* 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
Application Process
To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site, click here. Search for the job and click the 'Apply now' button.
Requirements: Click apply, attach an up‐to‐date résumé (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the two targeted questions below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role:
* Targeted Question 1 – Describe a recent work situation that required you to perform several tasks or work on several projects at the same time. What did you do?
* Targeted Question 2 – Some problems require a unique approach. Tell us about a time when you were able to develop a different problem‐solving approach and what the result was.
Applications close: 11.59pm AEDST – Sunday, 8 February 2026
Questions and Support
If you have a question about the role, contact Andrew Starr via email – Andrew.starr@dcj.nsw.gov.au or phone – 0438 602 369. If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, contact Natalie Cummings via email – Natalie.cummings@dcj.nsw.gov.au or phone 02 8688 7244. For more information about recruitment adjustments, visit the DCJ website.
Why DCJ Matters
Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides many opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families, and communities. We focus on breaking disadvantage, not merely managing it. It's work that really matters.
Inclusion and Diversity
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups. To find out what DCJ is doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
Other Information
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months. For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website.
Additional Resources
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