Hearings Officer-Benefits

at  State of Missouri

The Division of Legal Services (DLS) has an opening for a Hearings Officer within the Administrative Hearings Section, located in Cole County.
Job Posting Number: 4111 8919003
Job Location: This position is located at 131 W. High St., 2nd Floor, Jefferson City, Missouri.
Why you’ll love this position: As a Hearings officer you will be appointed to preside over agency administrative hearings, which are informal proceedings. You will review all of the evidence presented by the Agency and the parties to the hearing, including testimony and documentary evidence; and issue a written decision regarding the issues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution and a member in good standing of the MO Bar. Computer proficiency is required. The ideal candidate has good communication and writing skills and is able to objectively analyze facts and law.
Annual Starting Salary Range: $61,691.35 - $76,091.52 (depending on work experience.)

• Preside over hearings, rule on objections, and review arguments made by parties.
• Evaluate testamentary evidence, documentary evidence, and motions.
• Determine if the information presented supports the underlying action.
• Research and analyze legal issues.
• Apply statutes, regulations, policy, and case law to reach decisions.
• Write, review, and promulgate decisions and orders resolving cases in accordance with federal and state statutes and regulations as to procedure and form.