Hearings Officer-06.03.25

Job Description:

Hearings Officer-06.03.25

Description

The Division of Legal Services (DLS) has an opening for a Hearings Officer within the Administrative Hearings Section, located in Cole County.

Job Posting Number: 4111 8919074

Job Location: This position is located at 131 W. High St., 2 nd Floor, Jefferson City, Missouri.

*Some local day travel is required.

Why you’ll love this position: As a Hearings officer you will be appointed to preside over agency administrative hearings, which are informal proceedings. You will review all of the evidence presented by the Agency and the parties to the hearing, including testimony and documentary evidence; and issue a written decision regarding the issues.

What you’ll do:

• • Preside over hearings, rule on objections, and review arguments made by parties.
  • Evaluate testamentary evidence, documentary evidence, and motions.
  • Determine if the information presented supports the underlying action.
  • Research and analyze legal issues.
  • Apply statutes, regulations, policy, and case law to reach decisions.
  • Write, review, and promulgate decisions and orders resolving cases in accordance with federal and state statutes and regulations as to procedure and form.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution and either a valid license to practice law in the State of Missouri, Missouri licensure pending results of the Bar Exam, or clear eligibility to waive into the Missouri Bar.

Annual Salary Range: $74,974.80 - $90,189.58 (depending on work experience.)

Pursuant to State Law, this position requires accreditation, licensure, and/or professional license which is only available to holders of specific post-secondary degrees.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions about this position please contact Stacey Nicks at stacey.nicks@dss.mo.gov .

If you experience accessibility issues while applying, please contact Courtney Hall at Courtney.A.Hall@dss.mo.gov .

Recruitment Area: All qualified applicants.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary:

$74,974.80-$90,189.58 per Year