Senior Administrative Law Judge

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Savings plan (401(k), 457)

Job summary

Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) in California is seeking an Administrative Law Judge to preside over quasi-judicial hearings and ensure fair, thorough consideration of complex cases. The role includes assisting junior judges and helping develop office policies and procedures.

The position emphasizes impartiality, rigorous legal analysis, and clear written decisions, with opportunities to contribute to state health care policy and the integrity of California’s administrative processes.

Qualifications

• Understand testimony of expert witnesses in complex matters.
• Identify and analyze relevant facts and complex legal issues.
• Determine relevance of evidence and manage hearings.
• Preside over hearings with control and fairness; protect confidentiality of information.
• Draft logical, well-written decisions and perform legal research.

Responsibilities

• Preside over quasi-judicial hearings under applicable statutes.
• Assist less experienced Administrative Law Judges with challenging cases.
• Assist with development and implementation of office policies and procedures.

Skills

Legal analysis

Evidence evaluation

Draft decisions

Confidentiality

Written communication

Oral communication

Work under pressure

Job description

Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) in California is seeking an Administrative Law Judge to preside over quasi-judicial hearings and ensure fair, thorough consideration of complex cases. The role includes assisting junior judges and helping develop office policies and procedures.

The position emphasizes impartiality, rigorous legal analysis, and clear written decisions, with opportunities to contribute to state health care policy and the integrity of California’s administrative processes.