Appeals Referee/Attorney

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

34d•$67,314•Onsite

About The Position

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 Department of Workforce Development (DWD): Our mission is to develop a premier workforce that will allow Indiana employers to flourish and entice businesses from outside our state to relocate to Indiana. Everyone at DWD will be required to think outside-the-box; to determine metrics that will allow for measurement and improvement and efficiencies to be made along the way. Cutting edge technologies will be utilized to help assess Indiana's employment future. If managed properly, Indiana's workforce will be second to none and completely prepared for the next phase of the state and country's economic growth. Role Overview: The Appeals Referee is an Administrative Law Judge who conducts unemployment insurance hearings in accordance with Indiana Code 22-4-17-6. In general, the Indiana Rules of Trial Procedure and Indiana Rules of Evidence govern the proceedings. Administrative Law Judges complete timely written decisions that contain conclusions of law that are supported by specific findings of fact. Administrative Law Judges may have a caseload of around 28 hearings per week, with the expectation that decisions for those hearings are completed by the end of that week. This position is located in the Indianapolis Government Center South.

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.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.

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
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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