Hearing Examiner 3 - Appeals at Dept. of Retirement ...

Hearing Examiner 3 - Appeals at Dept. of Retirement Systems Hearing Examiner 3 Appeals - Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Do you have experience in administrative, judicial, or civil hearings, or have you served in a Pro Tem capacity? Are you interested in applying your legal expertise to complex issues regarding retirement law and statutes? Do you have a desire to contribute to public service by ensuring an impartial and procedurally sound process while making decisions that can significantly affect individuals' retirement rights and benefits? If you answered yes, then the half-time position of Hearing Examiner 3 - Appeals at the Department of Retirement Systems may be the ideal opportunity for you! Duties: This recruitment will remain open until filled. Applicants who apply prior to February 18, 2025, will get first consideration. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process. This position is overtime-exempt and is expected to work approximately half-time (50%); however, additional hours may be required when presiding at in-person hearings across the state. The Opportunity: We are searching for a Hearings Examiner to preside over the hearing process for appeals filed by members, retirees, beneficiaries, potential beneficiaries, and employers of the eight retirement systems and 15 retirement plans administered by DRS. The work performed by this position helps ensure members receive the benefits they have earned while in public service, and that the agency is acting in compliance with applicable statutes and rules. Some of what you'll do includes: Presiding over appeal hearings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, Model Rules of Procedures, and the Washington Administrative Code. Guiding parties through pre-hearing preparation, setting hearing dates, scheduling in-person hearings when appropriate, providing pre-hearing scheduling orders, addressing discovery issues, and issuing written orders regarding pre-hearing motions. Controlling the presentation of testimony during hearings, swearing in witnesses, ruling on the admission of evidence, and ensuring a complete and clear record. Reviewing hearing transcripts, exhibits admitted at the hearing, and arguments provided by the parties. Researching the applicable rules and statutes associated with the issue on appeal. Providing a written order that contains an analysis of the issue on appeal, the findings of facts, and conclusions of law. This is a half-time position that will be eligible for medical and dental insurance coverage. Apply prior to February 18, 2025, for first consideration. Click here for more information and to apply! #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-03-01