Unemployment Insurance Referee- White Plains (NY HELPS) (UIAB)

Labor, Department Of • White Plains, NY

299d • $93,530 - $117,875 • Remote

About The Position

When assigned to the Hearings Section, Unemployment Insurance Referees are responsible for conducting hearings, evaluating factual information and rendering written decisions, in accordance with the New York State Unemployment Insurance Law, related statutes, and special Federal programs, for claimants or employers appealing initial determinations regarding entitlement to unemployment insurance compensation or liability for unemployment insurance contributions. If assigned to the Appeals Section, Unemployment Insurance Referees review and analyze records and files for cases on appeal, prepare summaries of such cases, and author appeal decisions for the Board. DOL is committed to fostering employee engagement and work-life balance. We offer telecommuting and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. Eligible employees may be approved to telecommute, if operationally feasible, up to 2 days per regular workweek, and not to exceed 4 days per two-week pay period. Telecommuting can be discussed at the time of interview.

Requirements

• 12 months as an Assistant Unemployment Insurance Referee/Assistant Unemployment Insurance Referee (Spanish Language) OR Admission to the NYS Bar and 24 months of subsequent satisfactory legal experience.
• Admission to the New York State Bar and current registration to practice law in New York State is necessary for continued employment.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hearings and evaluate factual information.
• Render written decisions in accordance with New York State Unemployment Insurance Law.
• Review and analyze records and files for cases on appeal.
• Prepare summaries of cases and author appeal decisions for the Board.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year.
• Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage).
• Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans.
• Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost.
• Membership in the NYS Employee's Retirement System.
• NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan.
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees).
• Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses.
• Paid Parental Leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree