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8/10/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
2603670
Unemployment Insurance Appeals Ref III (FFTL)
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Education & Labor Cabinet | Office of Unemployment Insurance
Location
Location Varies, USA
Description
The Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet advances education, workforce development, and economic opportunity
across the Commonwealth. The Cabinet provides education and training programs, employment and reemployment
services, unemployment insurance, and disability determination services to help Kentuckians gain skills, find
work, and maintain economic stability. It partners with education providers, workforce boards, and employers
to align training with labor market needs and oversees labor programs that promote fair and safe workplaces. Conducts hearings on disputed unemployment insurance benefit claims regarding appeals from determinations
of the agency. Administers oath to witnesses and receives verbal and documentary evidence from parties and
their witnesses. Determines admissibility of evidence and resolves objections.
Issues written decisions on cases that contain all legal elements and findings of fact, affirming,
revising, or otherwise modifying determinations of the agency.
Maintains working knowledge of current unemployment insurance laws and regulations and applies those laws
and regulations to individual cases by attending trainings and meetings.
Performs other duties as required. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to work under pressure and attention to detail.
Strong computer skills. https://www.e-verify.gov/ .
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Three years of professional experience in unemployment insurance, labor relations, industrial relations, law, insurance claims adjustment, public administration, or a related field.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study from an accredited law school will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in the above fields will substitute for the required college education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office setting. Occasional travel may be required.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Wes Odom at Wesley.Odom@ky.gov .
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
