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Administrative Hearings Attorney

State of Indiana • Indianapolis, IN • 5h ago

Date Posted: Jun 26, 2026

Requisition ID: 479896

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV):

The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles has been named one of Indiana's 2023 Top Workplaces by its employees.

The BMV's mission is to serve all Hoosiers by providing best-in-class driver and vehicle services in a timely and accurate manner while ensuring security and transparency. The BMV team works throughout the state of Indiana and is dedicated to fostering an environment where we:

Invest in our employees

Engage our customers

Provide sustainable systems

Embrace product innovation

Role Overview:

The Administrative Hearings Attorney provides sound and timely legal advice to agency departmental representatives. You will ensure compliance with all state and federal laws and statutes. You will also assist by litigating administrative law hearings with the office of Administrative Law Proceedings.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $85,020.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/0) to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are:

Support the General Counsel in advising BMV departments on legal issues, applicable laws and policies, and potential resolutions.

Litigate administrative hearings with the Office of Administrative Law Proceedings.

Formulate solutions that are workable within the structure of motor vehicle laws.

Interpret court orders and provide legal advice about managing driver and vehicle records.

Research recent legal decisions and changes in Federal and State motor vehicle laws.

Receive and assess customer communications, investigate reported issues, and deliver appropriate resolutions.

Respond to correspondence concerning legal matters.

Advise the Driver Ability, Credentials, and Fraud and Security Enforcement departments on legal matters.

Assist department supervisors with reviewing and editing their departments' policies.

Review and edit contracts and Memorandums of Understanding between the BMV and other State Agencies.

Review and edit BMV notices and state forms.

Participate in continuing legal education programs.

Perform additional legal assignments as needed.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Credentials:

A Doctorate of Jurisprudence with 5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney.

Member in good standing with the Indiana State Bar Association.

Additional qualifications:

Adept at researching, interpreting, and applying federal and state laws and regulations.

Strong legal research, writing, and litigation skills.

Able to apply comprehensive knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural rules.

Exceptional communication and public speaking abilities.

Thorough understanding of all functions and operational processes of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

Able to build effective working relationships.

Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

This role provides direct supervision for two or more attorneys.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

12 paid holidays, 14 in election years

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Referral Bonus program

Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Free Parking for most positions

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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