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.
<ul><li>Prepare written opinions and decisions.</li><li>Monitor and direct the activities of trials and hearings to ensure that they are conducted fairly and that courts administer justice while safeguarding the legal rights of all involved parties.</li><li>Determine existence and amount of liability according to current laws, administrative and judicial precedents, and available evidence.</li><li>Research and analyze laws, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions to prepare for hearings and to determine conclusions.</li><li>Conduct hearings to review and decide claims regarding issues such as social program eligibility, environmental protection, or enforcement of health and safety regulations.</li><li>Review and evaluate data on documents, such as claim applications, birth or death certificates, or physician or employer records.</li><li>Recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims or compromise settlements according to laws, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions.</li><li>Rule on exceptions, motions, and admissibility of evidence.</li><li>Confer with individuals or organizations involved in cases to obtain relevant information.</li><li>Issue subpoenas and administer oaths in preparation for formal hearings.</li><li>Explain to claimants how they can appeal rulings that go against them.</li></ul>