City of El Paso

  • Hearing Officer (Part-Time)

  • CITY OF EL PASO, TX
  • El Paso, Texas United States View Map

Job Description

Requirements

MOS Codes: 51J1 (Air Force), 27B (Army), 4411 (Marine Corps), 2517 (Navy)

The Civil Service Commission for the City of El Paso Government is seeking a part-time, contract Hearing Officer to preside over employee disciplinary/grievance appeals. Assignments are made as needed based on case volume.

Minimum Qualifications are:

Licensed and in good standing with the Texas State Bar and five (5) years’ experience practicing general law, preferably in labor relations and employment law; or practicing before federal, state or local administrative agencies authorized to conduct evidentiary hearings.

Experience in preparing and presenting cases before federal, state or local courts involving employer-employee disputes, federal, state or local personnel or Civil Service or career service boards or as labor-management arbitrators is desired.

Residency within the City of El Paso city limits required by date the independent contract is effective.

General Purpose

Under direction from the Civil Service Commission, conduct disciplinary hearings, arbitrate appeals, grievances and disciplines and write decisions in cases involving alleged violations of local, state and federal laws and the rules and regulations of the City of El Paso. This position is governed by local, state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Typical Duties

Conduct disciplinary hearings. Involves: Investigate disciplinary appeals, interview complainants, and report findings on investigation. Conduct disciplinary hearings, deliberates, and determines judgement. Organize pre-hearing meetings, evaluate evidence to be used in the hearing, review the testimony of expert witnesses, verify identified issues and provide rulings on motions. Meet with officials, appellants or their representatives to describe their rights and responsibilities. Ensure due process by hearing testimony in order to determine the facts and the cross-examination of witnesses. Ensure that records contain the complete documentation of evidence and testimony. Perform research as a part of the case analysis. Prepare and document findings and decisions of the hearing in a timely manner and submit them to the Civil Service Commission. Provide training on disciplinary hearing procedures. Perform related duties, as required.

General Information

Please note: This is an hourly on call as needed contract position.

Interested candidates should submit an application and attach a detailed résumé via this City of El Paso website. If you have any questions, you may contact Julia Farmer at [email protected]

All applicants should possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Applicants must be able to render written opinions within the time prescribed by the Civil Service Rules. If selected, applicants must become knowledgeable of the El Paso City Charter and Civil Service Rules and be able to apply the Charter and Civil Service Rules at hearings.

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City of El Paso

City of El Paso

915-212-1244

THE CITY OF EL PASO HAS IMPLEMENTED PROGRAMS TO INVEST IN ITS WORKFORCE, INCLUDING:

  • Competitive wages
  • Pension Plans
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paid Time Off­ and Paid Parental Leave
  • Quality Training and Tuition Assistance Programs

Mission:

Deliver exceptional services to support a high quality of life and place for our community.

Vision:

Develop a vibrant regional economy, safe and beautiful neighborhoods and exceptional recreational, cultural and educational opportunities powered by a high performing government.

Values:

Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, People

THE COMMUNITY

Located at the westernmost edge of Texas along the Rio Grande River, El Paso has long been recognized as one of the nation’s safest cities with a population of over 800,000. This thriving community is aptly referred to as the “Sun City” – a moniker derived from the 300+ days of sunshine experienced annually.
El Paso, the largest Texas City on the U.S./Mexico border and the sixth largest city in Texas, is a dynamic and vibrant community whose location on the border provides the City with a culturally diverse population and a rich heritage that embraces the past while building for the future.

El Paso is filled with many attractions that residents and visitors enjoy alike. For sports enthusiasts, the City is home to The El Paso Chihuahuas, the Minor League baseball team and Triple-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. El Paso is also home to Sun Bowl Stadium at UTEP where many events occur, including Division I college football games and other events, including the nationally televised Sun Bowl game held each year. UTEP is also the home of the legendary Don Haskins Center where Division I college basketball games are played. Residents and visitors may also take in an El Paso Locomotive FC soccer game or an El Paso Rhinos hockey game. Located in El Paso are amusement parks, water parks, state parks, museums, the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens, and the El Paso Symphony Orchestra. At the heart of the City is the Franklin Mountains State Park, the largest urban state park in Texas.

Fort Bliss is the largest installation in the United States Army Forces Command and the second largest military installation in the Army overall with the largest being the adjacent White Sands Missile Range.  Fort Bliss is an anchor of the local economy and its economic stability, as it is the single largest employer in the area supporting over 167,000 people with an annual economic contribution of over $25 billion. The City of El Paso strives to be the #1 City in America for Veterans to live. The City of El Paso has been recognized by the Texas Veterans Commission for its high Veteran Employment rate. The City government currently employs approximately 14% of veterans and has a Military and Veterans Affairs department.

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