Workers Compensation Judge

Workers' Compensation Judge Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $107,658.00 - $153,096.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Altoona 615 Howard Avenue (Show on map) May 08, 2026 Salary $107,658.00 - $153,096.00 Annually Location Blair County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-49236-07350

Department Department of Labor & Industry Division LI WCOA Altoona Off Opening Date 05/08/2026 Closing Date 5/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 07350 Position Number 00109126 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit A3 Pay Group ST11 Bureau / Division Code 00121381 Bureau / Division Workers' Compensation Office of Adjudication - Altoona Office Worksite Address 615 Howard Avenue, Suite 202 City Altoona, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16601 Contact Name Meshal Ghori Contact Email mghori@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Do you have the knowledge, experience, and discernment to effectively handle disputes regarding workers' compensation claims? If so, step into a respected role as a Workers' Compensation Judge with the Workers' Compensation Office of Adjudication in our Altoona Office. This position allows you to use your legal knowledge to guide fair decisions that support the needs of employees, employers, and insurers across the region. You will oversee hearings, review evidence, and make rulings that impact real people and situations. Apply now to take advantage of this meaningful opportunity to serve the public and strengthen the workers' compensation system!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position oversees hearings and legal decisions related to workers' compensation claims while ensuring fairness and accuracy in the process. Work involves reviewing evidence, managing cases, and applying the law to resolve disputes. As a Workers' Compensation Judge, you will perform the following duties:

Conduct Hearings:

Lead in-person and virtual hearings to resolve issues under the Workers' Compensation and Occupational Disease Acts

Manage Caseload:

Oversee hundreds of active cases while protecting the due process rights of all parties

Review Evidence:

Examine testimony, documents, legal arguments, and case law to reach fair and lawful decisions

Issue Decisions:

Prepare findings, conclusions, and orders based on statutes, regulations, and legal standards

Research Law:

Use legal research tools to evaluate legal positions and ensure correct application of statutes and case law

Guide Litigants:

Explain procedures to unrepresented individuals and ensure they understand their rights during the process Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Work schedule may vary based on operational needs.

Telework:

You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of the required training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Altoona. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

Salary:

In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Five years of Workers' Compensation practice before administrative agencies, or equivalent experience.

Special Requirements:

You must be an attorney in good standing before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.

Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to

Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. •7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.