Hearing Officer

at  City of Des Moines IA

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Presides over hearings for appeals brought by citizens of the community protesting decisions and application of ordinances and policies of the City of Des Moines related to personal property removals. The principal function of an employee in this class is to preside over these hearings by scheduling date, time and location of hearing; ascertaining pertinent facts by questioning witnesses and reviewing documents; and ruling on appeals brought by citizens contesting violations of City of Des Moines ordinances and policies. The work is performed independent of direct supervision with general oversight by the Legal department and the Neighborhood Services department. At issue is encampments, and other such violations as appropriate.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Extensive experience interpreting and applying the state, federal or municipal ordinances, laws and policies; and
• Considerable legal and/or related legal experience;
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• Licensed attorneys preferred.

REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination, drug screen and background check.
• Possession of a valid Iowa driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Please refer the Job description for details