Administrative Law Judge

The Administrative Law Judge, under the title of Motor Vehicle Referee, will be engaged in professional legal work conducting administrative hearings and rendering decisions for the adjudication of moving traffic violations, as well as those involving fatal accidents, persistent violators, false statements on Motor Vehicle documents, or driving without insurance. They will also conduct hearings involving charges of violations of the Vehicle and Traffic Law and the Commissioner’s Rules and Regulations by commercial establishments such as repair shops, dealers, inspection stations, driving schools, commercial bus drivers, and school bus operators. In some cases, the incumbent will prepare cases for review by the Motor Vehicle’s Appeals Board. In addition to the New York Vehicle and Traffic Laws and Commissioner’s Rules and Regulations, the incumbent of this position will also render decisions for violations of the Navigation Law by boaters, and the Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Laws by operators of snowmobiles. Decisions are also influenced by the Zero Tolerance Program as well as new regulations concerning emission inspections.

Minimum Qualifications

To be eligible for the Administrative Law Judge or Assistant Administrative Law Judge, you must meet one of the following conditions:

• Administrative Law Judge (Motor Vehicle Referee) (SG-25): Admission to the NYS bar and two years of post-licensure professional legal experience.
• Assistant Administrative Law Judge (Assistant Motor Vehicle Referee/Assistant Motor Vehicle Referee, Spanish Language) (equated to SG-22): 12 months as an Assistant Attorney 2, or Admission to the NYS Bar and 12 months of subsequent satisfactory legal experience in the trial of issues in courts of record or in the conduct or trial of adversary proceedings, quasi-judicial in nature, before a governmental department or agency.

Transfer, Reinstatement, and 55b/c Appointment options are available, ensuring candidates with the required qualifications can apply.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate should be a highly motivated individual interested in working in public service as part of an active legal team with at least three years’ experience as a New York State Attorney. Preferred qualifications include:

• Strong research and writing skills
• Eager to learn new subject areas
• Demonstrated sound judgment
• Excellent oral communication skills

Additional Comments

Positions available in all five Metro Counties (New York, Bronx, Kings, Richmond, and Queens). Appointees who work in specific counties will receive an additional $4,000 annual downstate adjustment. Hours of the position will be discussed at the time of interview, including questions regarding Flextime, AWS/Compressed work week and Telecommuting.

Benefits of working for the DMV include:

• Paid Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Pension
• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flex Spending
• Voluntary 457B Retirement Saving Program
• Health Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Transportation Savings Program
• Employee Assistance Programs

DMV is committed to being a model employer for people with disabilities and encourages all qualified individuals to apply, aiming to reflect the diverse identities and experiences of the communities served.