Administrative Law Judge

Salary: $41.84 - $62.87 Hourly
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 44267
Agency: 250 Health & Human Services
Unit: 1781 DHHS ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS
Opening Date: 02/24/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Recruiter: Chelsea Edwards chelseaedwards@utah.gov 801 538-4236
# of Openings: 1
Location: Multi Agency State Office Building195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, UT
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Career Mobility: This position may be filled as a career mobility.
Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
Schedule Code Description: The position has hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Schedule includes working from home and providing in-office coverage, and potentially handling in-person hearings in various areas of the state.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: https://adminrules.utah.gov/public/search/driver%20eligibility/Current%20Rules
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.

Job Description
Administrative Law Judge II

DHHS Administrative Hearings
The Utah Department of Health & Human Services is seeking an Administrative Law Judge II to preside over and conduct informal, but often complex, administrative hearings.
This position will focus on conducting informal hearings regarding the Division of Child and Family Services, the Division of Integrated Healthcare, and/or other programs as needed, which may include: the Division of Licensing and Background Checks, the Division of Aging and Adult Services, the Division of Services for People with Disabilities, the Office of Recovery Services, the Center for Medical Cannabis, Medicaid, or the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

• A Juris Doctor is required.
• At least three years of experience practicing law is required.

The position is eligible for hybrid work, with a schedule of Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. After an initial training period, the schedule may include working from home three days a week and working in the office two days a week. Occasional travel may also be required, including in-person hearings in various areas of the state.

** This job is a continuous posting. It can close at anytime.**
Why You Should Join Our Team

This is an opportunity to make a difference for Utah citizens while being a pivotal part of a dynamic team. You will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as generous paid time off. Spend more time with your family and have a positive work life balance. to view a summary of all the benefits we offer.
The Agency
Why You Should Join Our Team This is an opportunity to make a difference. Along with the satisfaction of ensuring continuity of public programs, you will also receive health and retirement benefits. These plans include generous paid time off, allowing you to maintain a positive work-life balance.

For more information on the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, please click .
Responsibilities

• Conducts informal hearings and pre-hearing conferences by video, telephone, and in-person.
• Rules on the admissibility of evidence, evaluates evidence and makes decisions on cases.
• Makes determination of witness credibility.
• Resolves procedural issues and rules on objections to evidence or questions from counsel.
• Makes final judgment and issues written decision in a timely manner.
• Questions witnesses when necessary and considers testimony and evidence that is presented.
• Issues subpoenas, holds pre-hearing conferences, rules on other legal issues prior to hearing.
• Explains procedures and rules that apply to hearings to litigants, attorneys, and others.
• Accurately maintains files and records.
• Assists in other office duties as needed.

Preferences may be given

• Current members of the Utah State Bar.
• One year or more work experience in juvenile court or child welfare, Medicaid, and/or prior work experience as an Administrative Law Judge.
• Knowledge and experience in Health & Human Services Programs, litigation experience, judicial clerkships, or prior administrative law experience.

Qualifications

• a Juris Doctor and at least three years of experience practicing law are required
• use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
• read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
• understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
• understand and apply legal processes and procedures
• interpret and apply legal decisions
• evaluate information against a set of standards
• speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand information and ideas as presented verbally
• communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
• speak before a group of people
• provide consultation, make recommendations, give appropriate advice, and/or facilitate decisions
• concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
• give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times
• knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, file and record management, and other office procedures and terminology

Supplemental Information

• The position has hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., currently comprised of working from home and providing in-office coverage, and potentially handling in-person hearings in various areas of the state.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• DHRM Promotional rules apply. 12 month probationary period required.
• Effective July 1, 2021, State of Utah Employees must either reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating to within 30 days of their start date.
• Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click

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Do you have a Juris Doctor degree?

• Yes
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Are you a member of the Utah State Bar?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have practicing law?

• None or less than 1 year.
• 1 year, but less than 3 years
• 3 years, but less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

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Do you have experience with the former Utah Department of Health (DOH), the former Utah Department of Human Services (DHS), or the now-combined Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS)?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have working in child welfare and/or other agencies within the Juvenile court.

• None or less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

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Do you have Medicaid or Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) experience?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have making or reviewing Medicaid disability determinations?

• None or less than 1 year
• 1 year, but less than 3 years
• 3 years, but less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

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How many years of experience do you have working as an Administrative Law Judge?

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• 1 year, but less than 3 years
• 3 years, but less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

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