Specifications include, but are not limited to: The DOP retains hearing officers on behalf of the CSC to perform the following services: A. Conduct hearings relative to appeals filed with the CSC by permanent civil service employees from disciplinary actions. Said hearings shall be conducted in accordance with the Evidentiary Hearing Process promulgated by the CSC. B. Ensure that a record of proceedings of said hearings is prepared. C. Provide to the CSC a recommendation regarding adjudication of the appeal including suggested findings of fact and conclusions of law relative to the appeal hearings conducted. D. Review motions and/or memorandums of law filed in connection with appeals pending before the CSC including those submitted in cases being handled under the Written Submission Process. E. Supply to the Secretary of the CSC monthly billings for hours worked, documenting time spent per appeal detailing the specific work performed (i.e. conducting hearing; preparing suggested findings of fact and conclusions of law; ruling on pending motions).