NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Deputy Hearing Examiner
WA 98104, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$149K/yr - $201K/yr
3+ years expKing County, Washington is one of the largest, most dynamic counties in the United States, with 2.3 million residents and more than 2,000 square miles of urban, rural, farmland, and forested area. The Deputy Hearing Examiner will conduct impartial and efficient quasi-judicial administrative hearings on various subjects, ensuring adherence to county policies and regulations. This role involves collaboration with various stakeholders and continuous improvement of internal processes within the Hearing Examiner's Office.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
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Responsibilities
Schedule and conduct timely and efficient quasi-judicial hearings and pre-hearing proceedings on a variety of subject matters, including appeals from agency decisions and land use applications
Issue orders on motions and ensure procedural deadlines are met in accordance with regulatory deadlines
Prepare reports and determinations with legally sound and cogent findings of fact and legal conclusions
Engage in continuous improvement, reviewing and revising internal processes and procedural rules for the Hearing Examiner’s Office
Respond to requests for information on official Hearing Examiner Office policies and procedures
Advise the Hearing Examiner on areas where Countywide regulations and policies can be revised, clarified, and strengthened
Collaborate with Council staff, County agencies, the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, and other interested parties as needed to research, clarify, and convey information
Support smooth operations of the Hearing Examiner’s Office, including preparing and contributing to the office budget and periodic reports of office activity and outcomes
Qualification
Required
A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school—or the successful completion of a Law Clerk program—and be an active attorney with membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar
Three years of progressively responsible experience conducting or assisting with administrative hearings or other contested cases, or experience adjudicating matters in areas applicable to the County's hearing process
Two years of supervisory or program management experience
Knowledge of King County and municipal code provisions; federal state, and local laws; court decisions; and other legal requirements relevant to quasi-judicial administrative hearings, including rules of evidence and procedure
Project management skills to be able to organize and oversee complex assignments, implement policies and processes, and develop ideas from concept to completion
Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write decisions, reports, and other documents that convey complex, sensitive issues in a thoughtful and accessible manner
A high level of emotional intelligence and ability to work with diverse people in a variety of settings, including situations that are emotionally charged or controversial
The ability to develop and foster a positive, professional working environment that respects people's differences, promotes professional development and well-being, and applies equity and social justice principles to all interactions
Preferred
Candidates who have experience with planning and land use issues such as land development processes, zoning, and permitting are preferred
Benefits
Retirement provided through the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), offered through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems
Insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life
Paid vacation
Sick leave
12 holidays per year
Two personal holidays
A hybrid work schedule
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options
Life and disability insurance
Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
Generous vacation and paid sick leave
Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness programs
Onsite activity centers
Employee Giving Program
Employee assistance programs
Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
Training and career development programs
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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