Administrative Hearing Officer Services – Employee Dismissal Cases

The contract seeks qualified Administrative Hearing Officers to independently adjudicate employee dismissal hearings for public education entities in Arizona, ensuring full compliance with state labor and education statutes. Responsibilities include conducting impartial hearings, evaluating documentary and testimonial evidence, assessing procedural fairness, and issuing final, well-reasoned rulings that uphold legal standards and due process rights. The work is critical to maintaining transparency and accountability in personnel decisions within Arizona’s public school system. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 541199, with a response deadline of July 22, 2026, and was posted on June 25, 2026. While no specific location or point of contact is listed, performance is expected to align with Arizona’s jurisdictional requirements, and all proceedings must adhere strictly to state laws governing public employee terminations. Interested parties must possess expertise in administrative law, familiarity with Arizona’s employment regulations in education, and a proven ability to deliver legally sound, timely decisions under confidential and high-stakes circumstances.