WORKERS COMPENSATION DISTRICT JUDGE

WORKERS' COMPENSATION DISTRICT JUDGE

 Salary $5,751.00 - $11,284.00 Monthly Location Lafayette, LA Job Type Classified Job Number

WCDJ-220703-5426KK

Department Louisiana Works Division Office of Workers' Compensation Opening Date 05/05/2026 Closing Date 5/14/2026 11:59 PM Central

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS QUESTIONS About this

Job Office of Workers' Compensation Division:

Hearings District 4

Location:

Lafayette, LA Louisiana Works transforms lives and drives prosperity by putting people at the center of everything we do. We provide one seamless door where individualized solutions create new possibilities, proving that when government works for people, Louisiana works for everyone. Learn more about Louisiana Works The Workers' Compensation District Judge will conduct judicial hearings within an assigned district by presiding over disputed workers' compensation claims in a judicial capacity and rendering final, appealable judgments. This position also carries full administrative responsibility for the assigned district within the state. The Office of Workers' Compensation Administration (OWCA) in Louisiana oversees the enforcement and administration of workers' compensation laws, aiming to support early return-to-work efforts and improve workplace safety. The department manages disputed claims, conducts hearings, reviews medical treatment disputes, and investigates fraud through collaborative efforts like the GAME ON task force. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law plus six years of experience as a practicing attorney, which includes one of the following: Two years of experience practicing Workers' Compensation law or as a mediator in the Office of Workers' Compensation; OR Two years of experience in conducting hearings in a field related to the law being adjudicated; OR Two years of experience in personal injury litigation which involved evaluating medical evidence and information concerning disability. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information Job Details:

Determines entitlement to and the level of workers' compensation benefits in disputed claims, including assessing the percentage of employee disability in accordance with the Workers' Compensation Act. Conducts trials on the merits to resolve disputes regarding benefit entitlement as defined by applicable state or federal laws and regulations, ensuring all proceedings uphold due process. Determines proper jurisdiction for claims, including whether matters fall within state or federal authority. Analyzes pleadings in preparation for trials and hearings, and rules on motions, evidentiary objections, and procedural issues both prior to and during proceedings. Prepares for trials and hearings by reviewing case files, depositions, interrogatories, and pre-filed exhibits, as well as evaluating investigative reports and audio/visual evidence. Renders judgments based on applicable law, prior decisions of Workers' Compensation Judges, and precedents established by appellate courts and the Louisiana Supreme Court, along with other authoritative legal sources.

Position Specific Details:

Location:

Baton Rouge, LA Appointment Type:

Probational / Job Appointment / Promotional / Detail to Special Duty How to

Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. • Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes 

WILL NOT

be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. All applicants selected for employment must submit to drug screening and a background check.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Kedrick Kennedy kedrick.kennedy@la.gov The Louisiana Works is an equal employment opportunity employer and SAME agency that serves as a model employer for the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities • TDD# 800-259-5154. Employer State of Louisiana Address 1201 N 3rd St Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802