The Hearings Officer has the following powers (SRC 2.035):

• Conduct quasi-judicial hearings
• Serve as the expedited land division referee
• Administer oaths or affirmations
• Serve as a special master and make findings of fact in matters referred by the City Council
• Prepare a record of quasi-judicial proceedings
• Make findings of fact and conclusions of law in all quasi-judicial proceedings heard by the Hearings Officer