Attorney Examiner: Appeals & Hearings Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Northeast Region seeks an Attorney Examiner to conduct administrative hearings, issue decisions, and ensure fair, balanced outcomes for state services. You will review appeals, apply regulations, and guide proceedings from start to finish.

The role emphasizes hearing oversight, case evaluation, and legal research to support program integrity. Telework, alt schedules, and office-based duties may apply as needed by the bureau.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional legal work including one year of trial work.
• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Conduct administrative hearings by examining witnesses, ruling on motions, and managing evidence.
• Review records, assess facts, and prepare adjudications and recommendations.
• Handle appeals across multiple program areas and guide the appeals process from start to finish.
• Stay current on statutes, regulations, and policies and share guidance with staff.
• Track cases, issue orders, and ensure files meet required standards.

Skills

Legal experience

Trial experience

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Northeast Region seeks an Attorney Examiner to conduct administrative hearings, issue decisions, and ensure fair, balanced outcomes for state services. You will review appeals, apply regulations, and guide proceedings from start to finish.

The role emphasizes hearing oversight, case evaluation, and legal research to support program integrity. Telework, alt schedules, and office-based duties may apply as needed by the bureau.