Hearings Examiner - Remote

Overview

This position involves working as a Hearings Examiner for the Department of Labor, where you will help settle appeals of decisions made regarding unemployment compensation. You will conduct telephonic hearings, review case files, and ensure that all parties adhere to proper procedures.

In Short

• Conduct telephonic hearings related to unemployment compensation appeals.
• Review files to understand agency decisions.
• Guide the hearing process and ensure compliance with policies.
• Evaluate testimony and documents to determine final decisions.
• Communicate effectively with all parties involved.
• Prepare formal reports documenting decisions and relevant facts.
• Advise on policy application issues.
• Work independently with team support.
• Maintain fair and impartial hearing processes.
• Analyze facts and reach logical conclusions.

Requirements

• Knowledge of federal and state laws regarding unemployment compensation.
• Understanding of the Administrative Procedures Act.
• Ability to analyze facts and make sound decisions.
• Effective communication skills in stressful situations.
• Ability to conduct hearings impartially.
• Experience in report writing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Minimum of eight years of related training or experience.
• Preference for applicants with law degrees from accredited institutions.

Benefits

• Generous paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation leave.
• Health insurance coverage with significant employer contributions.
• 100% coverage of employee-only dental premiums.
• Retirement plan contributions by the state.
• Support for employee health and wellness.