Administrative Law Judge II / State Personnel Board

Full Job Description

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

Note: This posting may fill more than one vacancy.

Thank you for your interest in working for the State of Colorado. Join us and find meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents, helping to make Colorado a great place to live and work in. Please watch the short video below for tips on applying.

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What Happens After You Apply

Colorado for All Philosophy: Colorado for All means working toward a Colorado where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

It means we support the basic human rights of our neighbors regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education level, disability, socio-economic status, or any other visible or invisible identity.

The State Personnel Board (“Board”) is an independent, constitutional entity created by Art. XII, Sec. 14(1) of the Colorado Constitution.

Pursuant to Article XII, Section 14(3), the Board promulgates rules governing the state personnel system.

Pursuant to Article XII, Section 13(8), the Board hears appeals by certified state employees of disciplinary actions.

Pursuant to Section 24-50-125(5) of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the Board also hears appeals by certified state employees of adverse actions that affect base pay, status, or tenure.

The Board may also use its discretion to grant a hearing when it appears that: (A) an employment action violates the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (commonly referred to as “CADA”); (B) an employment action violates the State Employee Protection Act (commonly referred to as the "Whistleblower Act"); (C) a final grievance decision violates an employee’s rights under the federal or state constitutions; (D) a final grievance decision violates an employee's rights under the grievance procedures; (E) a final decision of the State Personnel Director violates a rule or statute relating to the comparative analysis process; or (F) a final decision of the State Personnel Director on a matter involving the overall administration of the state personnel system is arbitrary, capricious or contrary to rule or law.The Board consists of five members, two elected by certified state employees and three appointed by the Governor.

The Board staff consists of three part time Administrative Law Judges, a Senior Board Assistant, and the Board Director.The Board is a Type 1 entity that exercises its powers and performs its duties independently but operates under the administration of the Department of Personnel & Administration.For more more information, please visit the Board’s website at http://spb.colorado.gov

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Why We Want You:

We want your expertise, positive energy, drive to succeed, and love of this great state as we work to elevate the expectations Coloradans have of their government.

What You'll Get From Us:

In return for the skilled work you do, DPA provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to accompany employment opportunities. Please see the Benefits Overview video for details on the benefits offered to employees.

Requirements

The Colorado State Personnel Board (SPB) establishes rules governing the state personnel system and reviews appeals by employees regarding adverse actions that affect their base pay, status, or tenure. The Board may also use its discretion to hear other matters within its jurisdiction.This position exists to decide appeals (mandatory or discretionary) filed with the Board by reviewing legal documents, ruling on motions, conducting evidentiary hearings, resolving evidentiary issues, making factual findings, applying appropriate legal principles and precedent, issuing formal decisions pursuant to governing law, and facilitating settlement conferences.

A summary of the duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Legal Documents / Pleadings Review: Review legal documents and pleadings to determine relevant issues presented in a case by applying legal theories; conducts legal research on legal issues and theories presented.

Legal Rulings: Issues legal rulings on motions by applying provisions of constitutional, statutory, administrative and case law; conducts legal research as necessary in issuing rulings.

Evidentiary Hearings: Conducts evidentiary hearings by taking sworn testimony of witnesses, ruling on evidentiary and legal objections to testimony and admissibility of exhibits, determines appropriate burdens of proof, and decides relevant legal issues; undertakes legal research on evidentiary and legal issues as required.

Written Decisions: Issues written decisions containing factual findings from evidence presented at hearing; conclusions of law based on legal principles and application of provisions of constitutional, statutory, administrative and case law to the factual findings, and recommendations as to the appropriate disposition of the case. Conducts legal research on issues, theories and principles as required.

Discretionary Hearing Review: Reviews petitions for discretionary hearings and issues preliminary recommendations on whether a hearing should be granted or denied based on the issues and facts presented. Researches legal issues and principles presented.

Settlements and other duties as assigned: Serves as a neutral facilitator for cases before the Board. Arranges and conducts settlement conferences; guides parties to mutually approved settlement agreement.

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a 5-10 page writing sample with your application.

Qualifications

*A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying.

Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, but may be attached.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application.

Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. Resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification screening.

If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will also be used as part of the comparative analysis process to identify a top group for further consideration.

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

H5L2XX

Administrative Law Judge II

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited law school
• Five (5) years of experience practicing law (legal experience acquired after admission to the bar)
• Active license to practice law in the State of Colorado
• No substitutions

The exceptional candidate will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following preferred qualifications:

• Previous State Service related to the work assigned to the position
• Prior experience adjudicating as an administrative law judge, hearing officer, magistrate or municipal/county judge.
• Prior experience in employment law and/or administrative law.

Conditions of Employment:

• A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
• Active license to practice law in the State of Colorado

Appeal Rights:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative.

This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

Additional Information

Employment Philosophy: The State of Colorado strives to build and maintain workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans.

We are building a Colorado for All through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is committed to non-discriminatory practices in hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

Accommodations: The Department of Personnel & Administration is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Heather Siegal heather.siegal@state.co.us