Title/Name/Summary
Hearing Officer - Appointment
History
The Village of Orland Park requested qualifications from experienced attorneys or qualified firms to provide adjudicator (administrative law judge/hearing officer) services pursuant to a Professional Services Agreement with the Village. The services will primarily relate to the adjudication of municipal code violations and traffic offense violations. The Administrative Hearing Officer position is an independent contractor position and not a Village employee, employed on an at-will basis.
The selected Adjudicator shall:
· Serve as a hearing officer as provided by law.
· Hear testimony and accept evidence that is relevant for applicable Village Code violations.
· Administer oaths and affirmations to witnesses.
· Issue a written determination of liability or non-liability for Village Code violations based on evidence presented at the hearing and the records, including findings, decision, and order.
· Impose penalties and fines consistent with applicable Village Code sections.
· Adhere to policies, procedures, and legislation set forth in the Village Code.
· Create and preserve a proper hearing record.
· Regulate the course of the hearing in accordance with rules and regulations adopted by the Village.
· Issue subpoenas when appropriate.
· Enforce all policies, laws, rules, and regulations in a fair and impartial manner.
· Ensure they receive all appropriate training and qualifications necessary to serve as the Adjudicator.
· Remain current on relevant legal requirements and developments.
· Utilize any software programming associated with the operation of the adjudication program (for which training would be provided).
The selection of a service provider to act as the Village Hearing Officer was based on Mayor Keith Pekau's judgment as to the best match between the Village’s needs, the background, and the proposal provided.
After reviewing all of the proposals, Mayor Keith Pekau interviewed each attorney w...
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