Administrative Law Judge

This position is eligible for telework two (2) days a week, in accordance with DGS's Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
Range A: Under direction of the Supervising Administrative Law Judge (Sup ALJ) in the General Jurisdiction (GJ) Division, the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) in Range A conducts administrative hearings and routine assignments, typically involving relatively settled points of law and only one to two parties and few legal issues to develop skills to manage more complex hearings and assignments. The ALJ in Range A presides over quasi-judicial hearings regarding renewal, suspension, or revocation of licenses and other matters referred to OAH for hearing and prepares proposed or final decisions in compliance with applicable provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), other relevant legal authorities, and OAH policies and procedures, utilizing OAH's electronic case management system and other software and online systems and tools.
Range B: Under general direction of the Sup ALJ in the GJ Division, the ALJ in Range B holds the journey level position and works independently within a broad and diversified assignment with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment and is assigned to specialized and difficult, sensitive, and controversial cases, often involving novel legal theories, unsettled points of law, multiple legal issues, multiple parties, or consolidated matters. The ALJ in Range B presides over quasi-judicial hearings regarding renewal, suspension, or revocation of licenses and other matters referred to OAH for hearing and prepares proposed or final decisions. The position may lead and mentor other ALJs by assisting and advising them on the analysis of complex or otherwise challenging legal or factual issues.
All duties are performed in accordance with applicable provisions of the APA, other relevant legal authorities, and OAH policies and procedures, utilizing OAH's electronic case management system and other software and online systems and tools.
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Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-403382
Position #(s):
306-659-6016-XXX
Working Title:
Administrative Law Judge
Classification:
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE $10,280.00 - $14,180.00
# of Positions:
2
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00am-5:00pm
Work Week:
Monday-Friday
Department Information The Department of General Services' (DGS) and Office of Administrative Hearings' (OAH) Core Values and Employee Expectations are key to the success of OAH's Mission. That mission is to "provide a neutral forum for fair and independent resolution of administrative matters, ensuring due process and respecting the dignity of all." DGS/OAH employees are to adhere to OAH's Core Values and Employee Expectations, and to perform their duties in a way that exhibits and promotes those values and expectations.
Department Website: https://www.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/home.aspx
Special Requirements

• Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with any state agency. Click here to learn more about examinations administered by DGS and examinations available online.

APPLICATION PACKAGES ARE SCREENED AND MAY BE DISQUALIFIED IF ANY OF THE REQUIRED APPLICATION PACKAGE DOCUMENTS ARE MISSING, INCOMPLETE AND/OR ILLEGIBLE.
Please note:
• For applications submitted via mail or drop-off (not applying electronically), write RPA 23709, 25494-OAH, JC XXXXXX and indicate the basis of your eligibility (i.e. SROA, surplus, reemployment, reinstatement, transfer, or list eligible) in the "Examinations or Job Title(s)" section of the State Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678).
**We encourage applicants to apply electronically.**
Required Documents:
All required items should be submitted in order to be considered:
• State application (STD. 678)
• Resume
• Writing sample (no more than one writing sample, and no more than 25 pages).
• A cover letter or letter of interest is required
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 12/27/2023
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of General Services
Attn: Recruitment & Exam Services Unit
P.O. Box 989052
West Sacramento , CA 95798-9052
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of General Services
Recruitment & Exam Services Unit
Office of Human Resources
707 3rd Street, Lobby
West Sacramento , CA 95605
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Other - Writing sample is required and must be included (no more than one writing sample, and no more than 25 pages).
• Other - A cover letter or letter of interest is required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include:

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

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Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/home.aspx
Hiring Unit Contact:
April Mathews
(279) 799-3875
april.mathews@dgs.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Main line
(916) 376-5127
DGSEEO@dgs.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Reporting Location
Office of Administrative Hearings
2349 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 200
Sacramento, CA 95833
Please specify RPA #23709 & 25494-OAH and JC #403382 on your state application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.