Administrative Law Judge

The West Virginia State Bar; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The West Virginia Public Employees Grievance Board is seeking an Administrative Law Judge to conduct hearings, mediate disputes, and issue well-reasoned written decisions across West Virginia.

Ideal candidates will have WV Bar admission and 3+ years of legal experience, with strengths in administrative law, litigation, or employment law, coupled with excellent writing and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• WV Bar admission is required.
• 3+ years of legal experience preferred.
• Experience in administrative law, litigation, or employment law is a plus.
• Strong writing and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hearings and mediate disputes.
• Craft thoughtful written decisions in employment matters.
• Research nuanced legal issues and prepare reasoned rulings.
• Preside over proceedings with fairness, professionalism, and diplomacy.

Skills

Legal analysis

Legal writing

Courtroom experience

Hearing experience

Research skills

Diplomacy

Education

WV Bar admission

Job description

Love legal writing? Thrive on sharp analysis, big questions, and meaningful public service work?

The West Virginia Public Employees Grievance Board is looking for an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) to conduct hearings, mediate disputes, and craft thoughtful written decisions in employment matters across West Virginia.

This is a perfect role for someone who enjoys:

• Writing and legal analysis
• Courtroom and hearing experience
• Researching nuanced legal issues
• Balancing fairness, professionalism, and diplomacy

We're seeking a confident legal professional with strong writing skills, sound judgment, and the ability to preside over proceedings with integrity and professionalism.

• WV Bar admission required
• 3+ years legal experience preferred
• Administrative law, litigation, employment law, mediation, or judicial experience is a plus

If you've ever wanted a role where your words truly matter - this may be it.

Morgantown, WV