Administrative Hearings Attorney

About the role

The Administrative Hearings Attorney provides sound and timely legal advice to agency departmental representatives. You will ensure compliance with all state and federal laws and statutes. You will also assist by litigating administrative law hearings with the Office of Administrative Law Proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Counsel in advising BMV departments on legal issues, applicable laws and policies, and potential resolutions.
• Litigate administrative hearings with the Office of Administrative Law Proceedings.
• Formulate solutions that are workable within the structure of motor vehicle laws.
• Interpret court orders and provide legal advice about managing driver and vehicle records.
• Research recent legal decisions and changes in Federal and State motor vehicle laws.
• Receive and assess customer communications, investigate reported issues, and deliver appropriate resolutions.
• Respond to correspondence concerning legal matters.
• Advise the Driver Ability, Credentials, and Fraud and Security Enforcement departments on legal matters.
• Aid department supervisors with reviewing and editing their departments’ policies.
• Review and edit contracts and Memorandums of Understanding between the BMV and other State Agencies.
• Review and edit BMV notices and state forms.
• Participate in continuing legal education programs.
• Perform additional legal assignments as needed.

Requirements

• A Doctorate of Jurisprudence with 5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney.
• Member in good standing with the Indiana State Bar Association.
• Adept at researching, interpreting, and applying federal and state laws and regulations.
• Strong legal research, writing, and litigation skills.
• Able to apply comprehensive knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural rules.
• Exceptional communication and public speaking abilities.
• Adequate understanding of all functions and operational processes of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
• Able to build effective working relationships.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• A Doctorate of Jurisprudence with 5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney.
• Member in good standing with the Indiana State Bar Association.

Skills

• Legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal and state laws and regulations.
• Public speaking and communication skills.
• Knowledge of motor vehicle laws and procedures.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
• Cumulative 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
• 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral Bonus program.
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free Parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $85,020.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work.