Hearings Officer

Are you looking for a challenging, non-traditional legal position with the potential for professional development? Do you hold a Juris Doctorate degree? Are you interested in making an immediate and important impact which serves the public? Whether you are a seasoned attorney or a recent law school graduate, Peak Performers may have an opportunity for you!

The Team You Will Be Joining

This agency oversees and provides workforce development services to employers and job seekers of Texas. They support the state’s already incredibly skilled workforce and the needs of employers, further drawing business to Texas. Working toward fulfilling the Governor’s economic development strategy, this agency ultimately strengthens Texas’ economy by enhancing workers’ development.

Major Duties

• Conduct unemployment insurance hearings for the Texas Workforce Commission’s Appeal Tribunal.
• Serve as an administrative decision-maker resolving disputes, primarily related to unemployment insurance.
• Perform entry-level legal work including fact-finding, adjudication, and decision drafting.
• Render timely, legally sound decisions based on applicable laws, rules, and precedents.
• Occasionally preside over hearings for other TWC-administered programs.
• Participate in training on procedures, legal standards, and effective communication.
• Exercise independent judgment while upholding due process and agency policies.
• Maintain professionalism and fairness when interacting with diverse individuals, even under pressure.
  
  

What are we looking for?

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited law school approved by the American Bar Association
• Must have a secure internet connection and ability to work remotely
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Texas Payday Law, Texas Unemployment Compensation Act, and TWC-related legal principles and procedures.
• Experience conducting informal administrative hearings and drafting legal documents efficiently and accurately.
• Skilled in identifying relevant facts, applying logical analysis, and interpreting/applying laws using legal reference materials.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work well in team settings, multitask, and perform under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word with excellent typing skills (50 WPM) and a meticulous eye for detail.
• Demonstrates adaptability, eagerness to learn, and a strong commitment to accuracy and professionalism.
  
  

Exciting Opportunity Details:

• Rate: $44.00 per hour
• Length of Engagement: 5/15/25 – 8/31/25 with a possibility of extension
• Days/Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Location: Remote in Texas
  
  

The Peak Performers Difference:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage available from the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan.
• Priority placement for qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities.
• Weekly payments through direct deposit.
• In business since 1994 and thousands of job placements.
  
  

All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Applicants for employment with Peak Performers must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future.

Peak Performers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

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