Attorney III

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency : Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Are you the right candidate for this opportunity Make sure to read the full description below.

Location : Lincoln Job Posting

Hiring Rate : $36.22

Classification Salary Range : $34.50 - $51.75

Job Posting : JR2023-00000814 Attorney III - Hearing Officer (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed) :

Job Description : Do you feel at ease in a courtroom setting? Do you have prior trial, appellate, and / or litigation experience?

Are you looking for a consistent and steady work schedule and caseload? If so, apply today!

What we reward our employees :

• Stable Employment
• 13 paid holidays (including Arbor Day!)
• Vacation and sick leave equating to 24 days your first year, accruing immediately
• Military leave, civil service leave, funeral leave, and more
• 156% (that’s not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health, dental, vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun and inviting teammates

Job duties

Conduct administrative hearings using communication and courtroom skills under a currently active Nebraska State Bar license in public assistance appeals pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act.

Administer oaths, question witnesses, and rule on motions and admissibility of evidence. Apply thorough knowledge of the rules of evidence to quickly rule on objections and motions.

Use excellent research, writing and issue spotting skills to apply law and evaluate evidence, apply applicable statutes, regulations, and case law to reach proper conclusions in agency appeals.

Prepare proposed and final written orders binding agency conduct. Consult with decision maker regarding the proposed order.

Hiring rate of position : $36.225 (MPR) Negotiable; commensurate with education and / or experience, if approved.

REQUIREMENTS : Three years of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing and trying cases, advising clients, and interpreting laws or administrative policies.

Incumbents in this class must be admitted to the Nebraska Bar. PREFERRED : Preference for courtroom and appellate experience.

• Knowledge, skills and abilities A successful candidate will possess skills as follows : excellent communication; ease in controlling a courtroom setting;
• excellent legal research, writing and issue spotting skills; thorough knowledge of the rules of evidence and ability to quickly rule on objections and motions;

skill in applying law and evaluating evidence; litigation, trial and appellate experience preferred.

Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.

Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex.

age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Instructions for Applying

Important points to remember when applying :

• The employment application is required and is the primary source of information used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements of the job.
• Make sure your application is complete. Incomplete applications are rejected.
• You will not be allowed to change your application after you have applied for a position and you cannot re-apply for the the same position unless it is posted again.
• You have the opportunity to attach a resume; however, it should not be used to replace any information asked for on the official application.
• When you have successfully applied for a job, you will receive a confirmation on the screen and your application will be available on your Candidate Home page.

We encourage you to use the Search for Jobs feature to find jobs that are available in a particular location or a job that matches your work experience.

Applicants who need accommodation in the selection process should request this in advance. Requests can be made by contacting the Nebraska State Personnel Office 1526 K Street, Suite 100, Lincoln, NE.

402)471-2075. These positions are subject to application of Veterans' Preference.

J-18808-Ljbffr