Responsibilities
The Civil Service Board is seeking a Hearing Officer to conduct
public hearings for dismissal, suspension and demotion appeals.
The Hearing Officer hears cases appealed to the Board, and
within 14 to 30 days of each hearing’s conclusion, present Findings of Fact and
Conclusion of Law to the Board, which will confirm or disaffirm the actions
recommended. Knowledge of the rules of
evidence, judicial procedures, accepted legal and court interpretations, the
City Charter, City Ordinances, and Civil Service Rules and procedures will be
utilized in conducting these hearings and providing recommendations.
They shall serve as the legal advisor to the Civil Service
Board by ruling upon all questions of law and the admissibility of evidence in
those hearings before the full Board.
They shall prepare a written report for all hearings in
which the Hearing Officer presides or serves as legal advisor to the Civil
Service Board. This written report shall
contain the findings of fact, conclusions of law, and the Hearing Officer’s
recommendations.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidate must possess a J.D. degree and have been
admitted to the practice of law in the State of Ohio with experience in court
trial and adjudicatory work. Experience
as a court referee, hearing officer, or arbitrator is preferred.
Selection Plan
Please submit a resume with a cover letter to
david.lawrence@daytonohio.gov
Conclusion
Any questions concerning this position may be addressed to David Lawrence at (937) 333-2073 or david.lawrence@daytonohio.gov