Transit Adjudication Bureau Hearing Officer

Location: 178 Livingston Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Schedule: 4 days per month, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Compensation: $58.85/hour

About the role

The Transit Adjudication Bureau (TAB) Senior Hearing Officer conducts fair, impartial, and timely administrative hearings related to Notices of Violation issued under MTA Rules of Conduct. The Hearing Officer evaluates evidence, applies applicable rules and procedures, and issues decisions and orders in accordance with applicable statutes, rules, policies, and procedures. This position is not eligible for teleworking and requires on-site attendance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fair and impartial administrative hearings.
• Review testimony, evidence, and case records.
• Apply the applicable MTA Rules of Conduct and all applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Issue timely written decisions and orders.
• Ensure due process and procedural fairness.
• Participate on appeal boards, as assigned.
• Complete duties outlined in TAB Operations Manuals.
• Work a minimum of four (4) days per month, or as otherwise required by operational needs.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in the State of New York for at least three (3) years.
• Experience adjudicating administrative hearing cases.

Skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with TABIS, Microsoft Office, Windows, LexisNexis, and related systems.
• Public sector legal experience, particularly within New York City or New York State government.

Other Information

• Subject to statutory appointment by the NYCT President.
• Travel may be required to other MTA locations or external sites.
• All employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government.
• Final salary is determined by experience, skill set, and alignment with compensation practices.
• Current MTA employees must complete at least one year of service in their current role before applying and maintain a satisfactory record of job performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct to be eligible to interview.
• Selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education; discrepancies may lead to dismissal.