<p>Court Name/Organization Illinois Northern District Court Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois is now accepting applications for a Court Reporter. Consideration will only be given to those who apply through the court's online applicant tracking system and submit a cover letter and resume. Please provide letters of recommendation (if possible one judge and three members of a federal trial bar, preferably of this court). To apply, please see the "Notice to Applicants" section listed below. The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois has an opening for an official court reporter. Official court reporters serve the court en banc and must comply with the requirements of the Judicial Conference of the U.S. Courts and the Court Reporter Management Plan of this court. The official court reporter is responsible for recording verbatim testimony of court sessions or other proceedings as specified by statute, rule, or order of the court. At the request of a party or by order of the court, the court reporter provides transcripts within the time frames and cost requirements of the Judicial Conference. Official court reporters are required to maintain accurate and legible records of time, attendance, transcript production, and earnings. Location Chicago, IL Opening and Closing Dates 05/08/2026 - 05/22/2026 Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade CR 1 - CR 4 Salary $106,707 - $122,713 Link to Court Careers Information https://www.ilnd.uscourts.gov/careers.php Announcement Number 2026-29 Link to Job Announcement</p>