Human Services Hearings Officer - Central Region

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Discover a thrilling opportunity in an exciting career path as you step into the role of Human Services Hearings Officer with the Department of Human Services. In this position, you help guide fair and objective appeal decisions that impact individuals and families across the Bureau of Hearings and Appeals' Central Region. Your work promotes clarity, consistency, and trust in the appeals process. Join a team where your dedication supports both justice and community well-being.

Requirements

• One year of experience as an Income Maintenance Casework Supervisor (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Three years of professional interviewing, investigative, or legal work experience which includes one year of experience conducting formal reviews of determinations subject to an appeal or adjudication process; and a bachelor's degree; or Graduation from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct administrative hearings, guide participants, rule on motions, and maintain orderly proceedings
• Examine appeals for jurisdiction, timeliness, and compliance before scheduling hearings
• Prepare legally sound decisions based on testimony, evidence, and applicable laws
• Issue subpoenas, interpret regulations, and determine admissibility of evidence
• Evaluate testimony and documents to establish findings of fact and credibility
• Maintain case tracking systems, prepare reports, and participate in required meetings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level