Administrative Hearing Officer

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About the Indiana Board of Tax Review (IBTR): The Indiana Board of Tax Review ("IBTR") is the state agency charged with deciding property tax assessment appeals. The IBTR addresses appeals contesting real and personal property assessments. It also addresses appeals concerning property tax exemptions, deductions, and credits. Role Overview: As the Administrative Law Judge Attorney (ALJ), you will be responsible for presiding over numerous administrative proceedings originating from determinations by assessing officials, property tax assessment board of appeals, and assessment determinations made by the Indiana Department of Local Government Finance.

Requirements

A Doctorate of Jurisprudence with 5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney;
Indiana Bar Admission license in good standing;
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply relevant statutes, case law, and rules;
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing;
Ability to successfully utilize a case management system to manage a docket, case information, party information, and serve orders;
Strong legal research, writing, and litigation skills.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.
This role provides direct supervision for two or more attorneys.

Responsibilities

Research and interpret laws, promulgated rules, and legal opinions pertaining to agency operations;
Serve as an ALJ;
Hear evidence, rule on the admissibility of evidence, and make reasoned decisions supported by evidence;
Comply with all established timelines for proceedings;
Ensure decisions avoid errors and are not subject to remand on account of (1) failing to address the issues raised by parties, (2) failing to develop the record as required by Indiana Law, (3) failing to adhere to hearing procedures established by law, (4) failing to be based on substantial evidence, (5) being arbitrary or capricious, and/or (6) being contrary to any constitutional, statutory, or legal principle;
Conduct administrative hearings while maintaining appropriate decorum;
Responsible for the form, preparation, and distribution of documents related to hearings, including orders and decisions;
Maintain legal resources, dockets, legal files, and official records of proceedings relating to cases assigned to you in your capacity as an ALJ;
Recommend and follow established office objectives, policies, and procedures;
Perform legal research and writing assignments;
Successfully utilize agency’s case management system to manage a docket, case information, party information, and serve orders.
May train, manage, delegate to, and/or provide support for any legal support staff;
Advises and provides legal support to agency staff on various program and legal areas;
May oversee, draft, review, or provide legal advice relating to contracts;
Researches, interprets, and provides legal advice in relation to laws, rules, policies, and legal opinions pertaining to agency operations;
May draft and review legislation and administrative rules;
Utilizes legal resources, dockets, legal files, and official records relating to legal procedures;
Creates, prepares, and distributes documents related to hearings, including orders and decisions;
Recruits, selects, onboards, and trains employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development;
Sets expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures;
May handle administrative matters and hearings while maintaining appropriate decorum, hear evidence, rule on the admissibility of evidence, and/or make reasoned decisions supported by evidence;
May be required to utilize litigation skills and experience relating to agency operations;
Organizes and manages caseload in the preparation of hearings and/or litigation;
May review pleadings, motions, and discovery;
May draft appeals or briefs, or perform legal writing assignments.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Robust benefits package
Commitment to work-life balance
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
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on 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
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