Administrative Law Judge Attorney Senior

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

The Indiana Office of Administrative Law Proceedings provides a central and independent hearing process for disputes between aggrieved persons and State agencies. We administer efficient, effective, and impartial adjudicatory proceedings. Our Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) and Legal Assistants manage cases and data for multiple agencies, including the Family and Social Services Administration, the Department of Child Services, the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, and others.

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As an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Senior, you will be responsible for presiding over medium or high complexity administrative cases that require in-depth analysis on complex legal and factual issues, e.g. statutory interpretation. These cases often require significant pre‑hearing case management, such as discovery and dispositive motions practice. You will also be expected to provide training and support for other Administrative Law Judges at OALP and generally serve as a knowledgeable leader in administrative law.

• Independent and proactive work ethic
• Adept use of technology and computer programs, such as case management systems.
• Detail‑oriented and well‑organized case management skills.
• Strong understanding of administrative or civil litigation process.
• Proficient learner and effective legal researcher.
• Judicial writing ability (e.g. neutral, well‑organized, and concise).

This position is located at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, Indiana, with occasional travel for hearings and training.

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $85,020 but may be commensurate with education and job experience.

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The essential functions of this role are:

• Serves as an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) for a myriad of case types.
• Hears evidence, rules on the admissibility of evidence, and makes a reasoned decision supported by evidence.
• Adeptly handles complex factual and legal issues in administrative cases, including but not limited to: complex discovery disputes, dispositive and substantive motions, legal issues that lack established legal authority, and in‑depth statutory interpretation.
• Efficiently manages docket, case schedule and party behavior to avoid undue delay of hearings or resolution.
• Complies with all established timelines for proceedings. Drafts clear, concise, and easily understandable written decisions and orders.
• Ensures decisions avoid errors and are not subject to remand on account of (1) failing to address the issues raised by parties; (2) failing to develop the record as required by Indiana Law; (3) failing to adhere to hearing procedures established by law; (4) failing to make findings supported by the evidence; (5) being arbitrary or capricious; (6) being contrary to any constitutional, statutory, or legal principle.
• Conducts hearings in an efficient manner, while still maintaining empathy, understanding, and appropriate decorum as a neutral decision‑maker. Responsible for the form, preparation and flow of documents related to hearings, including orders and decisions.
• Maintains up‑to‑date and complete legal resources, dockets, legal files, and official records of proceedings of cases heard by the administrative law judge.
• Recommends and follows established office objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Performs legal research and writing assignments.
• Conducts legal training for Administrative Law Judges and others.
• Serves as a mediator as requested.
• Abides by and upholds the code of ethics for administrative law judges.
• Successfully understands and utilizes OALP’s case management…