OPR - Administrative Law Officer

The Vermont Office of Professional Regulation is seeking an Administrative Law Officer to provide services on a contractual basis. The officer will act in a quasi-judicial capacity to conduct administrative hearings regarding qualification for licensure or alleged unprofessional conduct against applicants or licensees. Responsibilities include conducting prehearing conferences, formal hearings, researching relevant issues, drafting proposed decisions, and providing written decisions within 30 days of the hearing. The ideal candidate will have admission to practice law in Vermont, significant experience in administrative law, and solid working knowledge of legal principles and procedures. Key responsibilities and qualifications include: • Conducting administrative hearings and making decisions • Researching relevant issues and drafting proposed decisions • Providing written decisions within 30 days of the hearing • Having admission to practice law in Vermont • Having significant experience in administrative law • Having solid working knowledge of legal principles and procedures