Contracted Hearing Officer

The City of Pasadena’s Rent Stabilization Department is seeking a qualified hearing officer (or firm) to provide on‑demand adjudication services for rent‑stabilization petitions and related hearings. The contractor will support the Senior Hearing Officer by processing petitions, scheduling and conducting hearings, reviewing evidence, drafting written decisions, and performing any other duties required under the city charter and rent‑stabilization ordinances. Services are “as‑needed” with an expectation of maintaining availability for at least four months after contract award. Respondents must demonstrate at least four years of experience with landlord‑tenant or rent‑control law and prior experience conducting administrative hearings. The RFP includes extensive compliance, reporting, and local‑preference requirements, and proposals must be submitted electronically by December 7, 2026. • Provide hearing officer services on an as‑needed basis for the Rent Stabilization Department. • Process petitions, schedule hearings, review evidence, conduct hearings, and prepare written decisions. • Minimum 4 years experience with local/state landlord‑tenant or rent‑control law; prior hearing officer experience required. • Availability required for at least four months post‑award; service may continue beyond that period as needed. • Submit technical and price proposals electronically via the City’s e‑Procurement portal by 3:00 PM on Dec 7, 2026. • Must complete numerous City‑required forms (non‑collusion, conflict‑of‑interest, taxpayer‑protection, etc.) and comply with local hiring, living‑wage, and insurance rules.