Introduction
Use your litigation experience in a role that offers interesting work, work/life balance, and an opportunity to grow your skills in the interpretation of equal opportunity and civil rights laws. Apply now to be an Administrative Law Judge with the Division of Equal Rights! We have one current vacancy serving northwestern Wisconsin. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies serving other areas of the state.
The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) offers interesting and meaningful work with an employee-friendly and inclusive work environment, work-life balance, a casual office environment, flexibility, and many opportunities to grow your skills. The State of Wisconsin offers an exemplary benefits package with over 6 weeks paid time off, excellent insurance options (health, dental, vision, life, and more), a top-notch retirement program, and much more. Apply now to find out why we love to Work for Wisconsin.
The candidate hired into this position may request to work remotely up to 100% of their time, with expected in-person attendance at hearings as well as other meetings or conferences. Hearings for the current vacancy will be held primarily in northwestern Wisconsin. The selected candidate for the current vacancy will be required to live within a 40-mile radius of the Chippewa County Courthouse (711 N. Bridge St; Chippewa Falls, WI) within six months of appointment. High speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote work.
Employee safety is important to us. DWD continues to follow state and local guidelines related to the Covid 19 pandemic.
Position Summary
The Administrative Law Judge will adjudicate and mediate cases arising under the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the Wisconsin Open Housing Law, the Wisconsin Public Accommodations Law, the Wisconsin Family and Medical Leave Act, and other statutes enforced by the Equal Rights Division.
To learn more, please review the full position description.
Salary Information
Starting salary is between $83,200 and $94,827 per year depending on qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits.
The classification title for this position is Attorney (schedule 09, range 75). A 12-month probationary period will be required. This position is represented by the Wisconsin State Attorneys Association.
Pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan in effect at the time of appointment. Starting pay may vary for current state employees.
Job Details
This position requires the ability to travel to participate in hearings and meetings, with occasional overnight stays.
All state employees must report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not and provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment. The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.
We also consider all qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Finalists for this position may be required to allow DWD to conduct a background check or other checks to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. For positions with access to sensitive federal tax information, FBI fingerprinting may also be required.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e. a US citizen or national or a lawful permanent resident) at the time of appointment. DWD does not sponsor visas and is not an eligible OPT employer for those with F1 visas. This is not a contract position. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
Qualified veterans with a 30% or more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s 230.275 WI Stats. Ask the HR contact listed in this announcement for information on how to apply under this provision.
Qualifications
Qualifications marked with an asterisk (*) below will be evaluated in the first step of the selection process. Additional qualifications may be evaluated in subsequent steps.
Minimally qualified applicants will meet the following required qualifications:
*current license to practice law in the State of Wisconsin (in good standing).
*experience conducting trials, administrative hearings or litigation.
*experience applying knowledge of Wisconsin Rules of Evidence.
*experience developing a variety of clear, concise and accurate written legal documents.
experience organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines.
communicating and relating interpersonally with others to maintain positive and productive working relationships.
Well-qualified applicants will have experience related to one or more of the following preferred qualifications:
*applying and interpreting Wisconsin law relating to civil rights or equal opportunity (e.g., fair employment, open housing, public accommodations, family/medical leave, etc.).
*serving as an Administrative Law Judge (or similar role).
negotiating or mediating complex settlements.
managing change in a dynamic work environment.
How To Apply
Note: If you are viewing this posting on an external site, please visit Wisc.Jobs (search 6013) to complete your application.
To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. That will prompt you to access your existing account or create a new account. You will be asked to attach a resume and a letter of qualifications as part of the application process. It is important that these materials clearly illustrate how your qualifications relate to the qualifications of this job. Additional guidance on developing your resume and letter of qualifications (including a template) is available at this link
If you encounter issues submitting your on-line application (e.g. signing in or uploading a resume), please contact the Wisc.Jobs Help Desk at 608-267-1012 or mailto:wiscjobs@wisconsin.gov (Monday - Friday, 7:45am – 4:30pm).
Please note that once you submit your application, you will not be able to update your materials.
What happens next? A panel will review your application materials to determine your eligibility for further consideration in the selection process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process, which is typically a virtual interview.
If you have questions, please email LKBjobs@dwd.wisconsin.gov.
DWD is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.
Deadline to Apply
Application materials must be submitted by 11:59 PM (central standard time) on May 17, 2022.
