Administrative Law Judge​/Assistant Administrative Law Judge; NY HELPS - Richmond

Administrative Law Judge/Assistant Administrative Law Judge (NY HELPS) - Richmond County

Base pay range: $82,326.00/yr – $/yr (provided by New York State Department of Motor Vehicles). Actual pay based on skills and experience.

The Administrative Law Judge, under the title of Motor Vehicle Referee, will conduct administrative hearings and render decisions for moving traffic violations, fatal accidents, persistent violators, false statements on motor vehicle documents, or driving without insurance. They will also conduct hearings involving violations of the Vehicle and Traffic Law and the Commissioner’s Rules and Regulations by commercial establishments such as repair shops, dealers, inspection stations, driving schools, commercial bus drivers, and school bus operators.

In some cases, the incumbent will prepare cases for review by the Motor Vehicle’s Appeals Board. In addition, the incumbent will render decisions for violations of the Navigation Law by boaters and the Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Laws by operators of snowmobiles. Decisions are also influenced by the Zero Tolerance Program and new regulations concerning emission inspections.

• Administrative Law Judge (Motor Vehicle Referee) (SG-25):
  Admission to the NYS bar and at least two years of post‑licensure professional legal experience.
• Assistant Administrative Law Judge (Assistant Motor Vehicle Referee / Spanish Language) (equated to SG-22): 12 months as an Assistant Attorney 2, or admission to the NYS Bar plus 12 months of satisfactory legal experience in trials or quasi‑judicial proceedings before a governmental department or agency.

• One year of permanent, contingent‑permanent, or 55 B/C service allocated to a Grade 21 or higher eligible for transfer and deemed administrative under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law, or in a title approved for transfer under Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law.
• Reinstatement is permitted for individuals who previously served in this title or a related transferable title, subject to Civil Service Law provisions.
• Eligibility for 55 b/c designation; candidates must possess a current 55 b/c eligibility letter and meet at least one of the Open Competitive qualifications.

• At least three years’ experience as a New York State Attorney.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Ability to learn new subject areas.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and excellent oral communication skills.

Positions available in all five Metro Counties (New York, Bronx, Kings, Richmond, and Queens). Appointees working in any of the five boroughs of New York City or in Nassau, Suffolk, Rockland, or Westchester Counties receive an additional $4,000 annual downstate adjustment.

Hours will be discussed during the interview, including options for flextime, compressed work week, and telecommuting.

• Paid Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Pension
• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flex Spending
• Voluntary 457B Retirement Saving Program
• Health Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Transportation Savings Program
• Employee Assistance Programs

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The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and encourage all qualified individuals to apply, including people with disabilities or any other protected category under the law.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Legal

• Government Administration