Administrative Law Examiner 16

State of Michigan • Multiple Locations Available - See Posting for Details, MI

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About The Position

Employees in this position function as an administrative law judge with responsibility for presiding over the entire spectrum of case types (both high and low volume) assigned to MOAHR, which encompasses complex and non-complex administrative hearings relating to the regulatory authority, rules, and procedures of the Public Service Commission. Rendered decisions are based on findings of fact and/or legal interpretations and conclusions. Extensive independent judgment is used to make decisions in carrying out assignments that have substantial impact on services or programs. Primary, though not exclusive, jurisdiction is in the area of the Public Service Commission. The employee will serve as a senior level adjudicator handling complex referrals. These adjudications will require coordination with other state agencies and will involve local units of government. Cases could involve multiple hearing days with multiple items in contention and will have significant financial impacts on businesses, government, and citizens of the State of Michigan. Given the nature of the disputes involved, cases could result in media or legislative interest. LARA is proud to be Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, metrics, employee development and diversity and inclusion. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. Any applicant that is suspected of using AI software for any portion of the selection process may be screened out.

Requirements

• Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law.
• Three years of professional experience in legal work, including one year equivalent to an Administrative Law Examiner P15 or Administrative Law Specialist P15.
• Membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar.
• Submit a resume, cover letter, official J.D. transcripts, and a recent professional business writing sample from the last 3 years (with confidential information redacted, if necessary).

Responsibilities

• Preside over the entire spectrum of case types (both high and low volume) assigned to MOAHR, which encompasses complex and non-complex administrative hearings relating to the regulatory authority, rules, and procedures of the Public Service Commission.
• Render decisions based on findings of fact and/or legal interpretations and conclusions.
• Serve as a senior level adjudicator handling complex referrals.
• Coordinate with other state agencies and involve local units of government.
• Handle cases that could involve multiple hearing days with multiple items in contention and significant financial impacts on businesses, government, and citizens of the State of Michigan.
• Handle cases that could result in media or legislative interest.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree