Occupation information for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators District Of Columbia

description

Facilitate negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. Resolve conflicts outside of the court system by mutual consent of parties involved.

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Currently Employed: Not Available

Projected Annual Job Openings: Not Available

Typical Hourly Wage: $40.90 - $69.80

Typical Annual Salary: $85,080 - $145,180

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: Less than 5 years work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: 1 to 12 months on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Prepare written opinions or decisions regarding cases.
  • Apply relevant laws, regulations, policies, or precedents to reach conclusions.
  • Conduct hearings to obtain information or evidence relative to disposition of claims.
  • Use mediation techniques to facilitate communication between disputants, to further parties' understanding of different perspectives, and to guide parties toward mutual agreement.
  • Determine extent of liability according to evidence, laws, or administrative or judicial precedents.
  • Confer with disputants to clarify issues, identify underlying concerns, and develop an understanding of their respective needs and interests.
  • Authorize payment of valid claims.
  • Rule on exceptions, motions, or admissibility of evidence.
  • Conduct initial meetings with disputants to outline the arbitration process, settle procedural matters, such as fees, or determine details, such as witness numbers or time requirements.
  • Interview claimants, agents, or witnesses to obtain information about disputed issues.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Desktop computers
  • Laser fax machine
  • Notebook computers
  • Personal computers
  • Photocopiers

Technology:
  • Calendar and scheduling software
  • Cloud-based data access and sharing software
  • Customer relationship management CRM software
  • Enterprise resource planning ERP software
  • Word processing software