Closing Date: 3rd May, 2024
Description:
Job Description and Duties:Under the direct supervision of the Supervising Administrative Law Judge (SALJ), the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) presides over hearings relating to the administration of public benefits, across California Department of Social Services (CDSS) and Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Programs statewide, including but not limited to CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, Scope of Benefits, Resource Family Approval, In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) and Covered California, among others.
Handles all types of hearings, which may include complex and/or sensitive cases. Interprets and applies various provisions of federal and state statutes, regulations and department policies. Rules on objections and subpoena requests raised during the process of hearing a case, addresses postponement requests, sets continued hearings, and addresses other case management issues to maintain proper flow of cases assigned by the Supervising Administrative Law Judge (SALJ). Submits timely and legally correct final and proposed decisions as delegated, at a rate and quality consistent with State Hearings Division (SHD) standards. By virtue of hearing primarily, CalWORKs, CalFresh, and Medi-Cal cases, becomes a subject matter expert with ability to consult with and answer questions for other ALJs on cases or various points of law; serves as a source of referrals to legal sources, prior decisions/samples, and other resources. May serve as reviewer of proposed decisions submited by other ALJs, and/or as duty judge who reviews /rules on pre-hearing matters such as requests for expedited hearings, bifurcations, subpoena request, postponement and reopen requests, among other pre-hearing issues. Participates on special projects as assigned, including but not limited to implementation of best practices identified from any special projects, and attends SHD internal meetings and external meetings as assigned.
Benefits: The state offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long term care and disability insurance, as well as paid leave. Please see the Benefits section below for more details.
Need help understanding the examination and hiring process? Do you have a question about CDSS? We'd love to hear from you! Please contact us at Recruiter@dss.ca.gov. Please include the job classification and job control number in the subject line.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=23213196&name=ALJDutyStatement.pdf)
Special Requirements:
This Position Is Designated Under the Conflict-Of-Interest Code.
Subject to Fingerprinting and Criminal Record Clearance by Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation.
You Are Required to Complete Employment History on The Application Form (std 678). You May Be Disqualified from The Recruitment Process if The Employment History Is Not Complete. Resumes Will Not Take the Place of Employment History.
If You Are Meeting Minimum Qualifications with Education, You Must Include Your Unofficial Transcripts for Verification. if Selected, You May Be Required to Provide Official Transcripts at The Time of Hire.
Training and Development Assignments May Be Considered Based on The Availability of Eligible Candidates and Are Subject to Approval by The Hiring Authority Prior to Appointment. Training and Development Assignments Are Considered Limited Term, 12 Months, and May Be Extended up To 24 Months or Become Permanent.
Candidates Who Reside Outside of The State of California May Be Admitted to The Job Interview, but They Must Provide Proof of Residence in California Prior to Being Eligible for Appointment.
This Position Is Designated Under the Conflict-Of-Interest Code.
Subject to Fingerprinting and Criminal Record Clearance by Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation.
You Are Required to Complete Employment History on The Application Form (std 678). You May Be Disqualified from The Recruitment Process if The Employment History Is Not Complete. Resumes Will Not Take the Place of Employment History.
If You Are Meeting Minimum Qualifications with Education, You Must Include Your Unofficial Transcripts for Verification. if Selected, You May Be Required to Provide Official Transcripts at The Time of Hire.
Training and Development Assignments May Be Considered Based on The Availability of Eligible Candidates and Are Subject to Approval by The Hiring Authority Prior to Appointment. Training and Development Assignments Are Considered Limited Term, 12 Months, and May Be Extended up To 24 Months or Become Permanent.
Candidates Who Reside Outside of The State of California May Be Admitted to The Job Interview, but They Must Provide Proof of Residence in California Prior to Being Eligible for Appointment.
