INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION

Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Division 

Address:  800 W Washington St.

Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Salary: $91,300.00 

Grade: 03

Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

The ALJ Division is the administrative tribunal of the Industrial Commission. Its mission is to resolve all disputes coming before it efficiently and equitably, and has jurisdiction over disputes that arise under the Arizona Workers’ Compensation Act and the Arizona Minimum Wage Act. It is also authorized to resolve disputes referred from other State Agencies.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) function similar to Superior Court Judges in non-jury trials. This position is ideal for an experienced practitioner seeking a challenging legal work, with a reasonable work/life balance, in a collegial work environment.

This individual will be responsible to:
• Preside over contested matters in administrative hearings, make credibility determinations,
resolve medical conflicts, analyze complex legal issues, and apply statutory and decisional
law in all relevant areas.
• Perform adjudicatory duties including, but not limited to, scheduling and conducting
hearings, ruling on motions, taking testimony, reviewing documentary evidence, and
issuing written orders and decisions in all assigned cases.
• Manage and oversee a judicial docket including scheduling conferences and hearings.
• Perform other duties as assigned including, but not limited to, conducting mediations and
ruling on matters where no hearing is required such as settlement agreements.

Knowledge needed:
• Comprehensive knowledge of legal research methods, legal principles and their application.
• Knowledge relating to Arizona Workers' Compensation and Minimum Wage.
• Knowledge of Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure and administrative rules, policies and practices applicable to matters adjudicated before the Industrial Commission of Arizona.
• Knowledge of current version of Microsoft Office.

Skills needed:
• Strong organizational, analytical, and managerial skills.
• Process management skills including work flows and information management.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Legal research and writing skills.
• Logic and analytical reasoning skills.
• Time management and case management skills.
• Computer skills, including Google, Gmail, G Suite, WORD, database and view center
systems.
• Instructional training and presentation skills.

Abilities needed:
• Analyze and resolve varied and complex legal matters and to apply applicable legal
principles and make recommendations.
• Establish goals and drive results.
• Draft clear, concise and complete written decisions within statutorily mandated deadlines.
• Communicate orally and in writing with diverse customers, including injured workers, lay
witnesses, expert medical witnesses and attorneys.
• Work cooperatively with colleagues and support staff.
• Travel throughout Arizona for the purpose of conducting hearings.
• Recognize and engage those with different backgrounds, characteristics, and perspectives
to bridge gaps in understanding of differing viewpoints, as well as ensuring persons with
diverse perspectives are given the opportunity to collaborate and provide input in the
decision making process. To travel in-state and out-of-state.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years experience in the practice of law, with a minimum of 5 years experience in Workers' Compensation, employment law, or related areas or experience.  Prior judicial experience, litigation experience, or administrative law experience is preferred.

REQUIREMENTS
• Admission to, and good standing with, the Arizona State Bar is required (include on resume the date(s) of admission in Arizona and any other states). An active Arizona State Bar license is required.
• Graduation from an accredited college of law.
• AZ Driver’s License Required
In-State travel is required. Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207 (12). Employees may be required to use their own transportation, as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration; however, mileage will be reimbursed.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

You will be eligible to participate in the state employee health/disability insurance plan, and you are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). ASRS participation may begin immediately or upon your 27th week of employment. Contributions are matched by the employer.

If you have any questions please feel free to call 602-542-5559 or email HR@azica.gov for assistance.