Texas Workforce Commission
Hearings Officer (Statewide)
Texas Workforce Commission, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Job Title
Hearings Officer (Statewide)
Employer Texas Workforce Commission
Job Summary The Texas Workforce Commission is looking for attorneys or law school graduates to serve as Hearing Officers for unemployment hearings. Applicants must be Texas residents or willing to relocate to Texas.
Working knowledge of court proceedings is required, including testimony, exhibits, and decision writing based on law, policy and precedents.
The role requires maintaining a reliable schedule, weekly meetings, collaboration via Microsoft Teams, and may be performed from any city in Texas.
Who We Are The Appeals Department holds hearings for first‑level appeals related to unemployment insurance benefits, guided by the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act.
What You’ll Do The Hearing Officer I conducts formal hearings across the state, performing routine work under moderate supervision with limited independent judgment.
You Will Be Trusted To
Conduct telephone hearings on entitlement to UI Benefits in accordance with Federal and Texas Law.
Confer with agency personnel, clarify future implications, question witnesses, rule on motions and admissibility of evidence, and adjudicate benefit eligibility issues.
Render decisions affirming, modifying, or reversing previous rulings based on testimony, claims records and applicable law.
Perform related duties as needed.
You Are a Great Fit With
Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines.
Experience holding Unemployment Insurance Appeal Hearings.
Licensed attorney in any U.S. court.
Proficiency with computers and office software.
You Qualify With
Graduation from an accredited ABA‑approved law school.
Two years of full‑time experience as a hearing officer conducting Unemployment Insurance benefits entitlement hearings in Texas or another state (experience may substitute for education in eligible cases).
When Should You Apply / Other Things To Know
Apply now. This position is ideal for new law school graduates, attorneys licensed in other states, and experienced attorneys licensed in Texas.
Candidates should be familiar with Microsoft Teams before their interview.
What You’ll Earn
Salary: $4,700.00‑$4,982.00 per month.
Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, vacation leave, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
Additional benefits are available at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.
Veterans Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Translate your military experience using the Texas Skills To Work portal and compare your qualifications to related positions.
How To Apply Complete the State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at
www.workintexas.com
or through Taleo (Job Search).
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those on student or postgraduate visas.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States upon hire.
Positions are security sensitive per Texas Labor Code Section 301.042.
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Employer Texas Workforce Commission
Job Summary The Texas Workforce Commission is looking for attorneys or law school graduates to serve as Hearing Officers for unemployment hearings. Applicants must be Texas residents or willing to relocate to Texas.
Working knowledge of court proceedings is required, including testimony, exhibits, and decision writing based on law, policy and precedents.
The role requires maintaining a reliable schedule, weekly meetings, collaboration via Microsoft Teams, and may be performed from any city in Texas.
Who We Are The Appeals Department holds hearings for first‑level appeals related to unemployment insurance benefits, guided by the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act.
What You’ll Do The Hearing Officer I conducts formal hearings across the state, performing routine work under moderate supervision with limited independent judgment.
You Will Be Trusted To
Conduct telephone hearings on entitlement to UI Benefits in accordance with Federal and Texas Law.
Confer with agency personnel, clarify future implications, question witnesses, rule on motions and admissibility of evidence, and adjudicate benefit eligibility issues.
Render decisions affirming, modifying, or reversing previous rulings based on testimony, claims records and applicable law.
Perform related duties as needed.
You Are a Great Fit With
Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines.
Experience holding Unemployment Insurance Appeal Hearings.
Licensed attorney in any U.S. court.
Proficiency with computers and office software.
You Qualify With
Graduation from an accredited ABA‑approved law school.
Two years of full‑time experience as a hearing officer conducting Unemployment Insurance benefits entitlement hearings in Texas or another state (experience may substitute for education in eligible cases).
When Should You Apply / Other Things To Know
Apply now. This position is ideal for new law school graduates, attorneys licensed in other states, and experienced attorneys licensed in Texas.
Candidates should be familiar with Microsoft Teams before their interview.
What You’ll Earn
Salary: $4,700.00‑$4,982.00 per month.
Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, vacation leave, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
Additional benefits are available at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.
Veterans Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Translate your military experience using the Texas Skills To Work portal and compare your qualifications to related positions.
How To Apply Complete the State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at
www.workintexas.com
or through Taleo (Job Search).
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those on student or postgraduate visas.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States upon hire.
Positions are security sensitive per Texas Labor Code Section 301.042.
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