How do they match: 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.

  • Conduct hearings to review and decide claims regarding issues, such as social program eligibility, environmental protection, or enforcement of health and safety regulations.
  • Prepare written opinions and decisions.
  • Recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims or compromise settlements according to laws, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions.
  • Research and analyze laws, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions to prepare for hearings and to determine conclusions.

  • Make decisions in legal cases.
  • Prepare written decisions for legal proceedings.
  • Research relevant legal materials to aid decision making.