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GENERAL DESCRIPTIONPerforms highly advanced administrative hearing work for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Team. The State Office of Administrative Hearings handles due process hearings in cases involving disputes between parents of students with disabilities and public school districts and/or public charter schools regarding special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Work involves presiding over administrative hearings, reviewing written records, and producing high-level legal drafting. Compiles and maintains record of evidence, ensuring proper handling of confidential/sensitive information. May assign work for and supervise others. Performs highly advanced (senior level) administrative hearing work. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for initiative and independent judgment.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSConducts hearings involving legal, procedural, and technical issues for the IDEA Team.
Schedules and presides over IDEA hearings.
Administers oaths, examines witnesses, and rules on evidence.
Rules on discovery disputes, scheduling requests, and motions.
Properly compiles and maintains evidence.
Researches statutes, regulations, rules, and case law thoroughly and accurately.
Prepares final decisions or final orders, which can be complex legal documents, with an eye for accuracy and consistency.
Prepares reports and legal documents.
Assists in coordinating court activities.
Manages own docket and coordinates the schedules of attorneys and witnesses.
Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions.
Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule.
Ensures security and confidentiality of all sensitive and/or protected information.
Complies with all agency's policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity.
Assists with training less-experienced staff.
Performs related work as assigned.
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Graduation from an accredited law school.
Experience:Minimum of seven years' general legal experience.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience working with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Bachelor's degree in education or work experience in education.REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION, OR LICENSURELicensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESKnowledge of laws, legal principles, and practices related to Texas administrative process, including, but not limited to, trial and administrative hearing procedures, applicable laws, government regulations.
Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Skill in listening to and evaluating testimony of parties involved in hearings.
Skill in conflict resolution and negotiation.
Skill in using reasoning and logic to identify means for resolving conflict, and in using judgment to make rulings in assigned cases.
Skill in using a computer for word processing, data entry and other tasks, including, but not limited to, use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Westlaw, and Adobe Professional.
Skill in the use of technology used to produce audio/video record of hearings.
Skill in legal research and analysis.
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.
Robust writing and editing skills.
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making.
Ability to resolve disputes impartially and to treat all counsel and witnesses with respect.
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback.
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment.
Ability to determine and apply relevant rules and statutes, to comply with ethical standards, to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to use an automated case tracking system to independently manage assigned caseload.
Ability to assign and/or supervise the work of others.
Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA.
Ability to lift and relocate 20 lbs.
Ability to travel, up to 10%.
Skill in training less experienced attorneys.
Ability to assign and/or supervise the work of other attorneys.VETERANSUse your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Please visit the Texas Workforce Commissionand#8217;sSkills to Work.
Additional military crosswalk information may be found on the Texas State Auditor's website at: http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf page to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONAll applicants are required to attach a writing sample at time of application which must represent applicant's personal substantial work product and be the best example of written product.
Selected applicant must reside in Texas.
Unofficial transcripts for degree must be submitted as an attachment in CAPPS Recruit at time of application.
Professional references may be requested following the interview.
Applicants will be required to provide their own internet access to work from home in the hybrid environment.
Applicants must be able to certify their ability to maintain the security and integrity of the critical infrastructure and information systems.
Applicants contacted for interviews who need special accommodations should notify Human Resources prior to the interview.
The State Office of Administrative Hearings is an equal opportunity employer. Any form of unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation that affects any aspect of employment and participation in workplace environment is strictly prohibited.
The State Office of Administrative Hearings participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Criminal background checks, driving history, and reference checks are conducted on all applicants selected for hire.
Men aged 18 through 25 must be registered with the Federal Selective Service System or have an exemption from registration.BENEFITSPositions with the State Office of Administrative Hearings may offer the following benefits:State-paid health insurance (a 60-day waiting period will apply if not currently employed by the State of Texas)
State-paid life insurance for the employee
Retirement plan
Monthly annual and sick leave accruals
An average of 13 paid holidays per fiscal year (September 1st through August 31st)
Participation in agency-sponsored work alternative programs
Participation in agency Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Dependent health insurance
Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs
TexFlex healthcare and dependent care reimbursement accounts
Dental insurance
Term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
