DHS ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW OFFICER

Date: Sep 14, 2024

Req ID: 39700

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,154.98

Position Number: 22101593

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: 09/20/2024

Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,154.98

OAH

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Class Code: G170C

Grade: GS06

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $52,425.00

Summary

The Department of Human Services (DHS) Administrative Review Officer (Hearing Officer) is responsible for conducting and presiding over due process hearings subject to judicial review under the Arkansas Administrative Procedures Act. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

Functions

Supervises a small administrative support staff by interviewing, recommending for hire, assigning and reviewing work, approving leave requests, and evaluating the performance of incumbents. Reviews cases, by reading files, to identify problems and determine issues to be resolved. Seeks assistance and legal advice from Administrative Law Judges (ALJ’s) within the office regarding unique, unusual or more complex legal issues. Presides over public and non-public hearings by administering oaths, hearing testimony of witnesses, questioning witnesses, determining admissibility of documentary and testimonial evidence, resolving conflicting testimony and credibility issues, resolving procedural questions, reading administrative documents, and ruling on motions and objections, including post-hearing motions. Reviews information presented in the hearing and issues official opinions or decisions explaining facts of case (Findings of Fact), applicable laws, (Conclusions of Law), reason for decision (Analysis), and decision reached. Reviews and certifies hearing transcripts and hearing record for appeals to court. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures. Knowledge of Arkansas Administrative Procedures Act. Knowledge of medical terminology, medical treatments, and costs of medical services. Knowledge of vocational terminology and treatment. Knowledge of income, resources, living arrangements, residency, and citizenship. Ability to preside over hearings. Ability to analyze, evaluate, interpret, and apply information. Ability to apply due process policies and procedures. Ability to write official opinions and decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in public administration, criminal justice, business management or a related field; plus two years of experience in administrative review and determination, alternative dispute resolution, conflict management, or a related area.

Licenses

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock