Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers
Conduct hearings to recommend or make decisions on claims concerning government programs or other government-related matters. Determine liability, sanctions, or penalties, or recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims or settlements.
SOC: 23-1021.00
Common Job Titles
Administrative Hearings Officer
Administrative Judge
Administrative Law Judge
Hearings Officer
What You'll Need to Succeed
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Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
KnowledgeEvaluate evidence and testimony against legal standards and regulatory requirements during formal administrative hearings to determine liability, sanctions, or penalties.
Advanced
KnowledgeAnalyze complex legal claims and government program disputes using critical thinking and legal research databases such as LexisNexis and Westlaw.
Advanced
KnowledgeSynthesize legal precedents, statutory regulations, and case facts into written decisions independently, adhering to administrative law procedures and due process requirements.
Advanced
MindsetIntegrate impartiality and procedural fairness principles into hearing management while balancing competing interests of claimants, government agencies, and the public.
Advanced
KnowledgeAssess credibility of witnesses and reliability of documentary evidence through active listening and social perceptiveness during testimony and cross-examination.
Advanced
KnowledgeFormulate reasoned legal opinions and recommendations on contested matters using Microsoft Office and legal research software to document findings and rationale.
Advanced
KnowledgeInterpret federal and state statutes, regulations, and administrative codes to determine applicability to contested cases involving government programs.
Proficient
MindsetAdvocate for transparency and accountability in administrative adjudication processes when conducting public hearings and issuing written opinions.
Proficient
MindsetBalance conflicting legal arguments and stakeholder positions when negotiating settlements or recommending claim resolutions under time constraints.
Proficient
KnowledgeApply procedural rules and evidentiary standards to manage hearings efficiently, ensuring due process for all parties in administrative proceedings.
Proficient
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
16,230
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $56,970. 25th percentile: U.S. $76,920. 50th percentile: U.S. $115,230. 75th percentile: U.S. $161,290. 90th percentile: U.S. $203,990. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$56,970
10% of workers earn the following or more
$203,990
Workers on average earn
$122,620
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Law and Government4.8/5
English Language4.1/5
Customer and Personal Service3.9/5
Administrative3.4/5
Medicine and Dentistry3.3/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
