Attorney III - Hearing Officer
- Location
- Lincoln, NE
- Listed
- 6 days ago
About the role
The work we do matters!
- Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25
- Location: Lincoln, NE
- Hiring Rate: $38.632
- Job Posting: JR2026-00030216 Attorney III - Hearing Officer (Open)
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About the role
Do you feel at ease in a courtroom setting? Do you have prior trial, appellate, and/or litigation experience? Are you looking for a consistent and steady work schedule and caseload? If so, apply today!
Benefits and perks
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous retirement plan with employer match
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
No billable hour requirements
....and lots more!
LOCATION: Lincoln, Nebraska, State Office Building
Conduct administrative hearings using communication and courtroom skills under a currently active Nebraska State Bar license in public assistance appeals pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act. Administer oaths, question witnesses, and rule on motions and admissibility of evidence. Apply thorough knowledge of the rules of evidence to quickly rule on objections and motions.
Use excellent research, writing and issue spotting skills to apply law and evaluate evidence, apply applicable statutes, regulations, and case law to reach proper conclusions in agency appeals. Prepare proposed and final written orders binding agency conduct. Consult with decision maker regarding the proposed order.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing and trying cases, advising clients, and interpreting laws or administrative policies.
Legal Requirements
In accordance with Section 7-101, Nebraska Revised, Reissued Statutes of 1943, incumbents in this class must be admitted to the Nebraska Bar.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preference for courtroom and appellate experience.
- Hiring rate of position: $36.792-$55.184 per hour, Pay may be commensurate with experience and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
A successful candidate will possess skills as follows: excellent communication; ease in controlling a courtroom setting; excellent legal research, writing and issue spotting skills; thorough knowledge of the rules of evidence and ability to quickly rule on objections and motions; skill in applying law and evaluating evidence; litigation, trial and appellate experience preferred.
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Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
- Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
From Son's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 4, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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