Motor Vehicle Hearing Officer

at  State of Alaska

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
What You Will Be Doing
The Division of Motor Vehicles is seeking an administrative hearing officer to preside over hearings to resolve disputes between individuals and the Division. They review evidence, interpret statute and regulations and make impartial decisions based on the facts presented during the proceedings. Additionally they articulate their findings and conclusions on record, often with opposing legal counsel, and must draft written decisions summarizing the outcome of the hearing.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

To be successful in the position, the ideal candidate will possess the following core competencies:

• Considerable knowledge of locating, interpreting, and applying state laws, case laws and regulations. Working knowledge of legal terminology.
• Computer Knowledge – Demonstrated ability to use computers and common business software such as MS Office, Access, Outlook.
• Ability to interview individuals to obtain factual information, analyze evidence, and draw logical conclusions.
• Work Independently – Demonstrate independence by using strong decision-making skills and solving complex problems. Demonstrated ability to manage time efficiently in order to complete work in a timely manner and meet conflicting deadlines.
• Ability to conduct/preside over quasi-judicial hearings and to render decisions based on findings of fact and conclusions of law. Ability to summarize decisions and document issues raised, matters of law and fact, and conclusions drawn.

If this sounds like your skill set, or one you would like to develop, please submit a cover letter and application/resume through Workplace Alaska.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Two years experience interpreting and applying motor vehicle laws, regulations, and policies, of which 6 months includes responsibility for managing a regional Motor Vehicle field office. The specific experience includes work such as Motor Vehicle Office Manager 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Two years of paralegal experience performing legal research and investigation, preparing reports and drafting legal documents in support of attorneys or agencies engaged in administrative adjudication. This experience includes work such as Paralegal 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

EDUCATION

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or within 48 hours of the close of this recruitment to the contact person listed below.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting “see resume or CV” or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Please refer the Job description for details