Administrative Law Judge II - Hybrid

Pueblo Community College; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Colorado is seeking an Administrative Law Judge II to preside over hearings, issue rulings, and draft formal decisions in accordance with statutes and rules of evidence. The role requires a law degree, Colorado license, and several years of legal adjudication experience.

Responsibilities include pretrial rulings, legal research, mediation oversight, and comprehensive decision writing for cases in Denver and nearby districts. A competitive state government benefits package is included.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school with bar admission in Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Hearings – preside over impartial hearings in Denver and surrounding areas.

Skills

Administrative law experience

Hearing officer adjudication

State service experience

Education

Law degree (JD)

Colorado law license

Job description

Items to note

• This posting may fill more than one position.
• This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

Colorado for All Philosophy

Colorado for All means working toward a Colorado where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. It means we support the basic human rights of our neighbors regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education level, disability, socio-economic status, or any other visible or invisible identity.

The Department of Personnel & Administration (DPA) is the foundation for dependable state government

The DPA is the foundation for dependable state government, leading with responsiveness, integrity, and teamwork. We provide services to other government agencies and all Coloradans by taking bold initiative toward a government with engaged employees, innovative solutions, and constructive partnerships.

DPA provides a wide range of programs and services, from custodial & maintenance to financial and human resources support, which assist other state agencies in fulfilling their missions. At DPA, there are countless opportunities to contribute to meaningful work that supports and serves the people of Colorado. The wide variety of positions in DPA allow individuals to learn about state operations and provide for long-term career growth.

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado; it's a chance to combine your expertise with public service. Our professionals strive to support the state government and the residents of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more.

Good Government Starts Here!

Why We Want You

We want your expertise, positive energy, drive to succeed, and love of this great state as we work to elevate the expectations Coloradans have of their government.

What You'll Get From Us

In return for the skilled work you do, DPA provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to accompany employment opportunities.

This position exists to preside over and govern the conduct of hearings, resolve evidence issues, rule on motions, and write formal decisions pursuant to statutes, rules of evidence and procedure in the Denver and outlying areas.

A summary of the duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Hearings – Preside over and conduct impartial hearings
• Pretrial – Issue oral and written rulings by holding pretrial hearings
• Decision writing – Resolve disputed factual and legal issues by composing written decisions after weighing and evaluating evidence
• Legal research – Determine relevant legal and factual issues using critical thinking, legal research, reviewing legal briefs and determining applicable law
• Mediations – Conduct and oversee settlement conferences, mediation sessions and other forms of alternative dispute resolution

*A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, but may be attached. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. Resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification screening. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will also be used as part of the comparative analysis process to identify a top group for further consideration.

Residency Requirement

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description

H5L2XX ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE II

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience

Graduation from an accredited law school AND at least f ive (5) years of experience practicing law (legal experience acquired after admission to the bar), two (2) of which must have included experience appropriate to the work assignment, and qualified candidates shall have been licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado for at least five (5) years

No Substitutions

The exceptional candidate will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following preferred qualifications:

• Prior experience adjudicating as anadministrativelawjudge, hearing officer, magistrate or municipal/countyjudge
• Prior experience in administrative law
• Previous State service related to the work assigned to the position

Conditions of Employment

• A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
• CO Law License, active for a minimum of 5 years

Comparative Analysis Process

The comparative analysis process for this position may consist of a structured application review, an online assessment or other structured assessment step.

Appeal Rights

An applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: [phone]. Phone: [phone]. Email address: [e-mail] The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov.

Employment Philosophy

The State of Colorado strives to build and maintain workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans. We are building a Colorado for All through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is committed to non-discriminatory practices in hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

Accommodations

The Department of Personnel & Administration is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Heather Siegal [e-mail]