Workers' Compensation Judge

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Cambria County, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Workers' Compensation Judge position with the Workers' Compensation Office of Adjudication offers an opportunity to guide important decisions that impact employees and employers across Pennsylvania. This role allows you to apply legal knowledge while ensuring fair hearings and clear outcomes. It is ideal for someone who values careful review, thoughtful judgment, and strong public service. Step into a role where your decisions help support a fair and balanced process.

Requirements

• Five years of Workers' Compensation practice before administrative agencies, or equivalent experience.
• You must be an attorney in good standing before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Hearings: Lead in-person and virtual hearings and address all issues covered under relevant laws
• Manage Caseloads: Oversee large caseloads while protecting the due process rights of all parties
• Resolve Evidence: Review testimony and documents to determine credibility and prepare findings and orders
• Issue Decisions: Release timely final decisions that meet statutory and regulatory requirements
• Perform Research: Use legal research tools to review statutes, case law, and secondary sources
• Guide Participants: Advise unrepresented litigants and oversee settlement hearings and agreement reviews

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed