At a Glance
- Tasks: Monitor live court proceedings and prepare accurate transcripts under pressure.
- Company: Department of Communities and Justice, making a real difference in people's lives.
- Benefits: Flexible work environment, competitive pay, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace valuing diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Why this job: Experience the court system firsthand while contributing to meaningful work.
- Qualifications: Strong listening skills, tech-savvy, and ability to multitask in high-pressure situations.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Department: SS Support Services Executive
Department/Agency: Department of Communities and Justice
Location: Bathurst, NSW, AU, 2795
Salary: Clerk Grade 4 $92,632.00 plus superannuation and leave loading
Your role:
As a Sound Reporter Dual Remote you are responsible for the monitoring of simultaneous live court proceedings (up to a maximum of four courts) from a transcription centre over prolonged, uninterrupted periods of time. Whilst at your workstation monitoring courts remotely, you will prepare supporting documentation, adhere to style guides and ensure complete accuracy whilst working in high pressure situations. At times you will be required to attend location to perform in court monitoring duties and travel will be required, especially in regional areas to service various court locations as courts may not be remote capable. Each day will be different, and you get the opportunity to encounter new and diverse content each day, and you are provided a first‑hand view of the court system across NSW.
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 accurately 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, along with 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.
We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.
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.
We do work that really matters. Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of 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.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit. 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.
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Jana Moa via Jana.Moa@dcj.nsw.gov.au.
If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please contact Matthew Oakley via Matthew.oakley@dcj.nsw.gov.au.
Applications close 5 November 2026 at 11:59 pm AEST.
Sound Reporter – Remote in Bathurst employer: NSW Department of Communities and Justice
The NSW Department of Communities and Justice is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Parramatta that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have access to ongoing professional development opportunities while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance community services. The hybrid work model promotes a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in multilingual services.
Contact Details:
NSW Department of Communities and Justice Recruitment Team
