WHO WE ARE:
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide and many of our positions are suitable for teleworking. Specifically, this position provides the opportunity to telework and work from home anywhere in Texas, even during an initial training period. Applicants do not need to live in Austin but may be required to work in a state office depending on performance and business needs. This position is located at 101 E. 15th St, Austin, Texas.

We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits.

You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE:
You have great organizational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Hearings Officer I-II will work in the Agency's Special Program Appeals Department, which adjudicates administrative appeals in disputed Texas Payday Law cases and related state and federal programs. Performs routine to moderately complex (journey-level) legal and technical work. Work involves conducting hearings and preparing hearings decisions for the appeals process in the Payday Law (wage claim) program. Works under moderate to general supervision with limited to moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:

Prepare and review records for hearings.
Respond to public and agency inquiries.
Refer issues to appropriate departments.
Prepare for hearings by researching laws, regulations, policies, and legal precedents.
Conduct hearings and make decisions in accordance with established agency policy, rules, and applicable laws.
Question witnesses and rule on admissibility of evidence.
Prepare written decisions based upon evidence in the record.
Type decisions using personal computer and specialized software.
Ensure decisions are prepared for mailing in an accurate and timely manner.
Maintain current knowledge of applicable statutes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Submit timely reports as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:

Hearing Officer I: Graduation from an accredited law school approved by the American Bar Association. Two years of full-time experience as a hearings officer conducting Unemployment Insurance benefits entitlement hearings in Texas or another state will satisfy the minimum qualifications.
Two years of full-time in-service experience classified as an Unemployment Insurance Claims Examiner I or above, an Unemployment Insurance Specialist I or above, an Unemployment Insurance Customer Service Representative I or above, an Accounts Examiner I or above, an Investigator I or above, or a Claims Processor I or above, with regular status, will satisfy the minimum qualifications.
Hearings Officer II: Graduation from an accredited law school approved by the American Bar Association. Three years of full-time experience as a hearings officer conducting Unemployment Insurance benefits entitlement hearings in Texas or another state will satisfy the minimum qualifications.
Both Levels: Graduation from an accredited law school approved by the American Bar Association will still be required if substituting experience for education.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:

Admission to the State Bar of Texas.
Experience conducting administrative hearings.
Experience preparing written decisions using Microsoft Word and other computer programs.

YOU GAIN:

A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
Telecommuting offered, will report to Austin, Texas, as needed.
Competitive salary: $4,700.00 - $5,200.00/month.
Defined Retirement Benefit Plan.
Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts.
Medical Insurance.
Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave.
Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.

VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf.

HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.

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