HEARING OFFICER II

This mission-critical position directly reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for conducting complex administrative hearings in a prompt, efficient, and professional manner.

The hearing officer presides over good cause exception and central registry exception hearings, takes testimony from applicants and witnesses, and prepares detailed written findings of fact, conclusions of law, and decisions for the Board review and determination. Depending upon the caseload, the hearing officer prepares investigative summaries for the Board's initial review.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Duties

• Presides over administrative hearings involving central registry exception applications and good cause exception applications for fingerprint clearance cards

• Reviews good cause exception applications and central registry exception applications and prepares investigative summaries for the Board's initial review

• Collaborates with fellow Administrative Law Judges on current decisions, rulings, and interpretations of case law and statutes

• Prepares detailed written findings of fact, conclusions of law, and decisions for the Board's review and final determination

• Author and issue written Minute Entries, responses, and recommendations within short and statutorily mandated timelines

• Reviews oral testimony and physical evidence to evaluate if an individual has demonstrated successful rehabilitation

• Each hearing is approximately one (1) hour long and conducted solely by the Administrative Law Judge

• Each hearing consists of oral, sworn testimony as well as the submission of physical evidence

• Files, photocopies, and enters data on a limited basis

Salary

• $65,000 - $72,410

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office: intermediate to advanced knowledge of Word, Access, Outlook (or other e-mail programs), and Excel (or other spreadsheet programs)

• Google G Suite: intermediate to advanced knowledge of Gmail, Docs, Drive, Calendar, Meet, and more

• Investigative techniques, including handling and interpreting criminal history records

• Federal and state laws affecting the Board, including administrative rules

• Procures, practices, and terminology of the U.S. criminal justice system

• Principles of law and rules of evidence

• Internet navigation

Skills in:

• Applying and interpreting civil, criminal, and regulatory laws of a complex nature

• Maintaining a high degree of organization

• Oral and written communication

• Multitasking and prioritizing

• Interpersonal relationships

• Strong typing skills

Ability to:

• Work independently in answering complex inquiries and completing multiple and/ or complicated tasks

• Handle confidential files that contain criminal history information with professionalism and privacy

• Strong organizational and time management skills are crucial

• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats

• Interact politely and respectfully with people

• Preside over administrative hearings

Selective Preference(s)

• State law requires that all Board employees have a Level I fingerprint clearance card

• If you do not have one, the Board will pay for an application for the successful candidate

• However, individuals with criminal histories may be ineligible to receive a card or work for the Board

Other Information

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Requires possession of and ability to maintain a current, valid license to practice law in the State of Arizona.

• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

How to Apply

• If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Brian Westerberg at brian.westerberg@azdoa.gov for assistance

Benefits

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave

• Retirement plan

• Health and dental insurance

• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year

• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

• Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

• Please note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment