Hearings Officer

The Division of Legal Services (DLS) has an opening for a Hearings Officer within the Administrative Hearings Section
, located in Jefferson City, Missouri
.

Job Posting Number:

Annual Salary Range: $74,974.80 - $90,189.58 (depending on work experience.)

Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g., shift, or time-of-service pay).

Job Location: This position is located at 131 W. High Street, Jefferson City, MO.

Some local day travel is required.

All internal promotional applicants are encouraged to apply as there may be alternate office space available.

Do you want to be an attorney who can make a difference? Join DLS in our mission to empower Missourians to live safe, healthy, and productive lives. As a Hearing 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.

• 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.

A Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution and either a valid license to practice law in the State of Missouri, Missouri licensure pending results of the Bar Exam, or clear eligibility to waive into the Missouri Bar.

Pursuant to State Law, this position requires accreditation, licensure, and/or professional license which is only available to holders of specific post‑secondary degrees.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator.

This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position, please contact Stacey Nicks ks.gov. If you experience accessibility issues while applying, please contact Courtney Hall at Courtney.

A.Hall.gov.