Hearing Officer - Administrative Penalty System (APS)

Summary

The City of Cambridge is seeking up to two contract Hearing Officers to serve on its Administrative Penalty System (APS) tribunal. In this quasi-judicial role, you will review decisions made by Screening Officers regarding municipal by-law Penalty Notices. Your responsibilities include conducting hearings in accordance with the Statutory Powers Procedure Act and the Administrative Penalty By-law, making independent rulings, and issuing oral and written decisions on whether to confirm, modify, extend, or cancel Penalty Notices. Decisions are final and binding. This is a contract position requiring approximately 1-2 days of work per month on an as-needed basis, with appointments lasting for the duration of the City Council term (approximately 4 years).