Attorney, Administrative Law Judge (UI Appeals)

About the role

The Administrative Law Judge conducts unemployment insurance hearings in accordance with Indiana Code 22-4-17-6. Hearings are primarily conducted by telephone, and judges are required to complete timely written decisions that contain conclusions of law that are supported by specific findings of fact.

This position is in an office position located in 10 N. Senate Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46204. Salary The salary for this position traditionally starts at $67,314.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive and review case files prior to scheduling hearings.
• Rule upon any pre-hearing motions.
• Hold administrative hearings as an impartial judge pursuant to the Indiana Code, Indiana Administrative Code and the USDOL Criteria Handbook.
• Conduct in-person and telephone hearings with mostly unrepresented parties.
• Obtain all necessary facts in the hearing to create a thorough record.
• Issue timely decisions consistent with Indiana law.
• Maintain knowledge of current, applicable law.
• Review and certify hearing transcripts, when necessary.
• Minimum travel required for in-person hearings.

Requirements

• Must hold a Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution.
• Admission to the Indiana State Bar and in good standing.
• Knowledge of the Rules of Evidence and Civil Procedure.
• Ability to conduct fair and impartial hearings.
• Ability to quickly assimilate oral and written data, analyze facts and draw logical conclusions.
• Ability to work independently and with appeals supervisor and support staff.

Qualifications

• Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• 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 on election years.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Free Parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $67,314.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.

Schedule

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work.