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_PURPOSE OF THE JOB_ The Commission seeks to contract a part-time Hearing Officer. In consultation with the General Counsel, the Hearing Officer will implement, manage, and conduct administrative hearings arising from licensing and enforcement actions. _ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES_ · Represent the Commission as the Hearing Officer responsible for its administrative hearings process._ · Manage all process phases; maintain case files, establish procedural schedules, conduct administrative hearings, and close case files._ · Review complaints and other pleadings. _ · Conduct independent and thorough research and decide on substantive and procedural legal issues. · Develop administrative records. _ · Make oral rulings, including motions._ · Draft recommended orders, memoranda, and decisions for Commission consideration. · Work with staff to close case files, including compiling administrative records for judicial review._ · Make recommendations of the agency’s administrative hearings process._ · Develop and maintain knowledge of the Commission’s statutes, regulations and policies, and other applicable areas of administrative law. _ * * _EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE_ · Juris Doctor from an accredited law program. · Member of the Massachusetts Bar in good standing. · Minimum four-year legal or administrative hearings experience in the public sector, private practice, or nonprofit or corporate legal departments. . · Experience or expertise in administrative law, especially as it pertains to licensing and enforcement actions. · Experience or familiarity with laws governing adult- or medical – use of marijuana or an interest in developing expertise in this emerging area of the law. _KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS_ · Knowledge of state laws pertaining to the conduct of administrative hearings officers, including G.L. c. 30A, 801 CMR, and state ethics laws. · Experience and expertise in conducting and adjudicating administrative hearings or judicial trials. · Experience and familiarity with state agencies, including commissions. · Ability to possess and exercise good judgment in addressing problems and making decisions. · Ability to act in a fair, impartial and unbiased manner. · Ability to exercise discretion in handling of confidential and sensitive information. · Experience or expertise in case management. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Ability to draft clear and concise legal decisions. · Outstanding organizational skills, which includes the ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects under time constraints and with available resources. · Ability to maintain complete and accurate records. · Ability to work independently and productively in an evolving environment. · Must demonstrate a proficiency with computers and the MS Office Suite. · Maintain the highest standards of personal, professional and ethical conduct and support the Commission’s goals for diversity and cultural awareness.__ Rate: $75.00 - $125.00/hr. (no-benefits) Additional Information: PLEASE NOTE THAT PURSUANT TO MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL LAW, CONTRACTED EMPLOYEES ARE NOT PAID FOR THE ELEVEN SCHEDULED HOLIDAYS, DO NOT RECEIVE ANY PAID VACATION, PERSONAL LEAVE BENEFITS, OR CONTRIBUTE TO THE STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM OR SOCIAL SECURITY. AS A STATE-CONTRACTED EMPLOYEE, YOU MUST PARTICIPATE IN DIRECT DEPOSIT AND CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS STATE ALTERNATE RETIREMENT PLAN, ("OBRA PLAN"). This contract position is funded from the Commonwealth’s annual operating budget until June 30, 2025 Continuation of this contract position beyond this date will depend on the needs and preferences of the agency and upon funding availability and approval. Commitment to Diversity: The Commission is committed to building a diverse staff across its entire agency and at all levels. The Commission is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Notice of Required Background Check – Including Tax Compliance: * The Commission requires a background check on all prospective employees as a condition of employment. Candidates should be aware of this requirement but should also know that such background check is not initiated until: 1. A candidate is invited to a second or subsequent interview, and 2. The candidate has signed the Background Check Authorization Form and related releases. This background check includes a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, Federal IRS and Department of Revenue state tax compliance on all prospective employees as a condition of their employment. Candidates with advanced degrees and professional licenses may have these credentials verified. Individuals other than those references provided by a candidate may be contacted in the course of completing a full background and qualification check. Those candidates invited to interview will be contacted by the Commission. Unfortunately, due to the anticipated high volume of applicants for this vacancy, we are unable to provide status updates to specific individuals. Job: Legal Services *Organization: Cannabis Control Commission *Title: *Hearing Officer (Contract) Location: Massachusetts-Worcester-2 Washington Square Requisition ID: 230002UW