Administrative Hearing Officer

Job Summary

Under direction, is responsible for the adjudication and presiding over the Administrative Hearing Docket for environmental and parking citations. Work involves responsibility for scheduling and conducting hearings, issuing administrative orders, rendering decisions of liability, assessing fines or fees, maintaining records, and answering public inquiries. This position reports to the Presiding Judge of the Municipal Court. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment.

Exercises functional supervision.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Municipal Courts - 401 S. Frio St., San Antonio, TX (78207)

7:45 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

• Presides over the Administrative Hearing Docket for offenses.
• Researches laws, city ordinances, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions to prepare for administrative hearings.
• Schedules hearings and counsels parties.
• Issues orders compelling the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents.
• Administers oath to prepare for formal hearings.
• Conducts hearings to obtain information and evidence relative to the disposition of environmental and parking citations.
• Analyzes evidence and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions to determine the appropriate disposition of each case.
• Assesses fines, costs, or fees after rendering decisions.
• Issues orders of impoundment or immobilization for vehicles as permitted by laws.
• Ensures the proper recording and documentation of all hearings conducted.
• Develops statistical reports and maintains records in reference to parking cases, orders issued, and inquiry information.
• May prepare Appeal Response or Statement of Facts to be filed with the Municipal Courts.
• Reviews Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System Access (TLETS) for vehicle owner information.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

• Knowledge of parking laws and ordinances as defined on City and State levels.
• Knowledge of City Code of San Antonio, Texas Motor Vehicle Laws, Texas Drivers Handbook, Texas Rules of Court, Municipal Courts Procedures Manual, Departmental Rules and Regulations involving the immobilization/impoundment of vehicles.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to develop statistical reports necessary for implementation and administration of parking procedures as directed by law.
• Ability to remain neutral without allowing personal feelings to intervene.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to learn pertinent Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.

• L.L.B. or J.
  
  D. Degree from an accredited school of law.
• Five (5) years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• No substitution for education allowed.
• Member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas.
• Must maintain Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System Access (TLETS) eligibility for continued employment in position.

• Administrative responsibility experience at a high or senior level.
• Progressive experience working with internal and external stakeholders in coordinating projects involving both governmental and private sector participants.
• Demonstrates ability in providing oversight and direction to employees in operating and/or administrative offices in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures.

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full‑time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full‑time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per…