Administrative Hearing Officer

Serving as an independent officer under supervision of the President of the University, ensures compliance with federal and state laws, as well as University policies and procedures, in the adjudication of cases related to personnel issues, student conduct violations, allegations of discrimination, Title IX violations, and other related matters. Directs and coordinates the resolution of complex cases, trains hearing personnel, drafts reports and responses, and renders decisions as a representative of the institution. Provides insights to University leaders and campus partners on opportunities to enhance institutional policies, processes and procedures.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Employees in this job title are subject to the terms and conditions of an employment contract. Employment contracts are typically subject to review and renewal on an annual basis.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• Successful candidate who is not a member of the NM State Bar is required to obtain a temporary Public Employee Limited License issued by the NM Supreme Court.
• Must maintain licensure and bar membership.

Juris Doctorate; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure: Member of NM State Bar OR member in good standing of State Bar of another state or District of Columbia and in possession of a Public Employee Limited License issued by the NM Supreme Court.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Knowledge of
  laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations,
  executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgements on sensitive, confidential issues.
• Ability to
  analyze complex information, and to define and solve problems.
• Ability to
  identify and implement effective solutions to complex issues in compliance
  with federal, state, and local laws as well as University policies and
  procedures.
• Strong critical
  thinking skills; ability to synthesize and interpret complex issues and to
  create integrated solutions and recommendations.
• Strong
  interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively
  with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

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Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.