ICA Job Posting: Attorney IV

INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION OF ARIZONA

IC Attorney IV (Administrative Law Judge)

Phoenix, AZ

 

Are you ready to work for an exceptional state agency that works to protect the life, health and welfare of the employees in the State of Arizona? Apply with us! The Industrial Commission of Arizona (ICA) is committed to the highest standards of compliance, demonstrating leadership in all areas, and teaching and working with employers and employees to make them successful. A thriving workforce in Arizona is what we strive for and work towards each day.

 

We are currently seeking a talented, versatile, and dedicated attorney to join our Administration Law Judge (ALJ) Division in Phoenix, Arizona.  Put your law degree and legal experience to good use by contributing to a noble mission: to protect the life, health, safety, and welfare of Arizona’s employees.

 

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. 

 

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.

 

As a State of Arizona agency, the ICA offers an excellent benefits package, including top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans, affordable medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability plans, 10 paid holidays per year, 13 paid vacation days and 12 paid sick days per year, and a deferred compensation plan option.

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.      

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

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:

  • Legal research and writing skills.
  • Oral communication skills.
  • Logic and analytical reasoning skills.
  • Organizational skills.
  • Time management skills.
  • Case management skills.
  • Computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook and WORD.

 

Abilities needed:

  • Ability to analyze varied and complex legal issues and to apply applicable legal principles.
  • Ability to draft clear, concise and complete written decisions within statutorily mandated deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing with diverse customers, including injured workers, lay witnesses, expert medical witnesses and attorneys.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and support staff.
  • Ability to travel throughout Arizona for the purpose of conducting hearings. Working under pressure;
  • Meeting deadlines.
  • Working with others.
  • Listening.
  • Leading.
  • Prioritizing.
  • Recognizing and engaging 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.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Ideal candidates will have:

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Workers' Compensation, employment law or related areas or experience.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

  • All newly hired employees are subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.
  • The ICA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.
  • Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. During all phases of the application and selection process, people with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the ICA’s Human Resources Department at (602) 542-5559.
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