Description
Preside over administrative hearings and issue impartial decisions on disputes involving government programs and regulations. Determine eligibility, liability, and sanctions; rule on motions and evidence; and order or recommend acceptance or rejection of claims or settlements.
- • Prepare written decisions with findings of fact, conclusions of law, and orders.
- • Review case files, applications, and supporting records, including medical and employment documents.
- • Research and apply statutes, regulations, policies, and precedent to resolve cases.
- • Hold prehearing conferences to clarify issues, address discovery, and obtain stipulations.
- • Recommend or approve settlements and compromise resolutions consistent with law and policy.
- • Inform parties of appeal rights, procedures, and deadlines.
- • Conduct and control hearings to ensure fairness, decorum, and due process.
- • Order or recommend payment of valid claims and assess remedies or sanctions as authorized.
- • Hear and decide claims involving program eligibility, licensing, enforcement, or regulatory compliance.
- • Rule on motions, objections, and admissibility of evidence.
- • Determine eligibility, liability, and appropriate sanctions based on the record and applicable law.
- • Issue subpoenas, administer oaths, and manage witness testimony.
- • Review and recommend improvements to agency hearing and appeals procedures for legal compliance and efficiency.
- • Manage docketing, scheduling, and case flow.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
