Supervising Hearing Examiner (Exempt)

Salary: $80,722.00 Annually
Location : Buffalo, NY
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: POSTING
Department: PARKING ENFORCEMENT
Opening Date: 04/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Fee: $0.00


RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION. NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT-SUMMER LIFEGUARDS: Due to the nationwide lifeguard shortage, residency is NOT a requirement for the seasonal lifeguard position in the City of Buffalo. Applicants from any nearby municipality are encouraged to apply.


PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW.


FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.)


Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.

Distinguishing Features of the Class


The Supervising Hearing Examiner supervises and presides at hearings for the adjudication of charges of parking violations. S/he supervises and administers the work of the bureau and is responsible for legal matters pertaining to the bureau. Incumbents work independently and are responsible for preparing judgments and executions. The duties and minimum qualifications for this position are set forth in the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law - Article 2-B, Section 236. Immediate supervision is received from the Commissioner of Parking Supervision is exercised over Hearing Examiners (part-time) and parking enforcement personnel.

Examples of work (Illustration Only)


Supervises and presides at hearings for the adjudication of charges of parking violations and scofflaws;
Schedules and supervises the per diem Hearing Examiners;
Proposes amendments and up-dates Hearing Examiner manual to the Commissioner of Parking;
Interacts with the general public and their representatives;
Responsible for ex-parte hearings, hearings by mail, out of town hearings, fleet owners and other special hearings;
Schedules appeals;
Assists in the formulation of bureau policies and programs;
Responsible for preparing judgments and executions;
Supervises the Revenue Recovery Program; Serves as a member of the Appeals Board;
Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications


As set forth in the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, Article 2-B, Subsection 236 Creation of Personnel, applicants must have been admitted to the practice of law in New York State for at least seven (7) YEARS. Note: Must present documentation to verify this experience at time of filing application.

Additional Information

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of municipal law in the State of New York;
Thorough knowledge of NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law;
Thorough knowledge of the techniques employed in preparing legal memoranda, conducting legal research and analyzing legal problems;
Working knowledge of techniques of extracting information, organizing factual and legal data into clear and logical sequences;
Ability to establish an effective working relationship with others;
Ability to interpret laws, rules and regulations;
Ability to communicate information clearly and succinctly in both oral and written form;
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
This position is not eligible for benefits.