Commission Level Staff Hearing Officer - PN 20064915

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The State of Ohio is seeking a Commission Level Staff Hearing Officer to adjudicate appeals and manage hearings related to workers' compensation claims. This full-time position requires legal expertise and offers a non-negotiable hourly wage of $42.74, with annual salary progression. The role involves minimal travel, primarily based in Columbus, and includes responsibilities such as preparing resolutions and ensuring fair proceedings.

Qualifications

• Must have attorney qualifications.
• Experience in regulatory compliance and legal decision-making preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screens third level appeals and presents them to Commission Members.
• Conducts hearings and adjudicates various legal matters.
• Maintains professionalism and adheres to agency standards.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Decision Making

Ethics and Values

Time Management

Written Communication

Job description

Job Description - Commission Level Staff Hearing Officer - PN 20064915 (250003XB)

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information: Human Resources 614-466-2765

Unposting Date

May 25, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

William Green Building 30 West Spring Street Columbus 43215-2256

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation: $42.74 (Step 1)

Schedule

Full-time

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Attorney/Legal

Technical Skills: Regulatory Compliance, Professional, Research

Professional Skills: Decision Making, Ethics and Values, Time Management, Written Communication

Agency Overview

Our mission is to serve injured workers and Ohio employers through expeditious and impartial resolution of issues arising from workers’ compensation claims and through the establishment of adjudication policy.

Job Responsibilities

1. Screens third level appeals to determine if all requirements have been satisfied pursuant to the provisions of 4123.511(E) O.R.C;
2. Presents the appropriate appeals to the Commission Members for approval of third level hearing;
3. Takes notes during Commission Member hearings & provides the Commission Members with information to be used during deliberations;
4. Obtains Commission Member votes & prepares orders reflecting the majority decision;
5. Prepares resolutions & revises rules under the direction of the Commission Members;
6. Screens requests for depositions & attends depositions;
7. Adjudicates & conducts hearings on appeals, disability awards, fee disputes, VSSR violations, and other matters;
8. Conducts deputy hearings under 4121.03 O.R.C.;
9. Hears requests for depositions & attends depositions;
10. Ensures proceedings are conducted fairly & legally;
11. Performs miscellaneous assignments as needed;
12. Screens VSSR applications, schedules & attends pre-hearing conferences, and manages orders;
13. Answers docketing questions & reviews claims;
14. Gives speeches on behalf of the agency;
15. Serves on joint BWC/IC Committees;
16. Maintains professionalism and adheres to the agency’s standards of customer service and confidentiality.

Additional Information

• ADA accommodations available upon request with 14 days' notice.
• Criminal background check required; convictions evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
• Position involves minimal travel and most work is completed in Columbus.
• Assessment process includes a computer-based test, a written exercise, and a structured interview.
• Must be able to provide own transportation for travel requirements.
• Hourly wage is non-negotiable; salary progression occurs annually.
• Position is filled pursuant to legislation or the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract.