Remote Administrative Law Judge, Human Services

Minnesota Department of Human Services; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

National Asian Pacific American Bar Association seeks a Human Services Judge to conduct administrative fair hearings for state agencies. You will review evidence, apply law, and prepare an independent recommended order for final agency decisions.

The position requires a J.D. and Minnesota licensure, with the ability to handle a high-volume caseload and interact with diverse communities. Telework eligibility is available for Minnesota and bordering states with approval.

Qualifications

• Four years of advanced professional legal experience appearing in or conducting civil, criminal, or administrative hearings.
• Ability to identify legal issues within complex factual circumstances.
• Strong written and oral communication skills to interact with parties and draft clear orders.
• Excellent legal research and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work respectfully with diverse populations, including non-English speakers.
• Flexibility to respond to changing situations quickly.
• Judicial temperament to manage hearings in adversarial settings.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with computer use, case management systems, and recording devices.
• J.D. degree and active Minnesota licensure or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload while ensuring timely and fair resolution.
• Conduct evidentiary hearings to develop a complete record.
• Make findings of fact and conclusions of law based on the record and applicable laws.
• Comply with statutes, rules, regulations, and agency policies in carrying out duties.

Skills

Legal analysis

Oral communication

Written communication

Judicial temperament

Independent work

Time management

Diversity sensitivity

Tech proficiency

Multistate licensing readiness

Public sector experience

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Minnesota bar admission or eligibility

Tools

Case management system

Recording devices

Job description

National Asian Pacific American Bar Association seeks a Human Services Judge to conduct administrative fair hearings for state agencies. You will review evidence, apply law, and prepare an independent recommended order for final agency decisions.

The position requires a J.D. and Minnesota licensure, with the ability to handle a high-volume caseload and interact with diverse communities. Telework eligibility is available for Minnesota and bordering states with approval.