Role OverviewThe Texas Workforce Commission is looking for attorneys or law school graduates to serve as Hearing Officers for unemployment hearings. The Hearings Officer conducts formal hearings on appeals involving claims for unemployment insurance for the Appeals Department across the state. The hearings are mandated by state law and are to be held in a fair and impartial manner.
What You Will Do
Conduct telephone hearings on entitlement to UI Benefits, confer with agency personnel, question witnesses, and adjudicate benefit eligibility issues. Render decisions affirming, modifying, or reversing previous rulings based on testimony, claims records, and applicable provisions of laws.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Good organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines. Experience in holding Unemployment Insurance Appeal Hearings, experience as a Licensed Attorney in any US Court, and experience operating Computers and Office Software.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited law school approved by the American Bar Association
- Experience in holding Unemployment Insurance Appeal Hearings
- Experience as a Licensed Attorney in any US Court
- Experience operating Computers and Office Software
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Sick leave
- Vacation leave
- Retirement benefit with a 401K savings plan
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