Recursive Talent

Calendar Department Manager

Posted on March 5, 2026

Job description

In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of the calendar department, ensuring that court reporters are assigned to depositions, hearings, and legal proceedings in an efficient, accurate, and client-focused manner.

Who are you? We’re looking for an experienced people manager who enjoys driving performance, optimizing workflows, and partnering cross-functionally to support company growth and service delivery.

On a regular basis you will

  • Manage and coach a team of 7–10 calendar assistants and associates to meet and exceed KPIs related to assignment fulfillment, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
  • Oversee daily and long-term scheduling of court reporters and interpreters across multiple jurisdictions and time zones.
  • Monitor department workload, coverage gaps, and capacity to proactively address issues and reallocate resources.
  • Partner with sales, operations, and client service teams to ensure seamless communication and execution of high-profile or complex jobs.
  • Optimize scheduling processes and tools (e.g., scheduling software or CRMs), identifying areas for efficiency improvements or automation.
  • Serve as an escalation point for internal and external stakeholders regarding scheduling conflicts or urgent rescheduling needs.
  • Recruit, train, and onboard new calendar team members; maintain a high-performing team culture through ongoing feedback and performance reviews.
  • Track and analyze scheduling data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for operational improvement.

You’re gonna crush it if

  • 4+ years of experience in scheduling, operations, or logistics coordination—within court reporting industry or a marketplace environment.
  • 2+ years of people management experience, with a demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with keen attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to manage high-stakes conversations with professionalism and tact.
  • You have demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • You have proficiency with Zendesk (not required, but a plus!).