State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Safety
Office of the Commissioner
Bureau of Hearings
33 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03305
CHIEF HEARINGS EXAMINER
(Attorney IV)
Position #10393
The pay range for this position is $40.70 - $55.88 per hour
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Office of the Commissioner, Bureau of Hearings has a full-time vacancy for Chief Hearings Examiner-Attorney IV, SOC Title 23-1010 LAWYERS-5. This position has a 37.5-hour work week and is considered exempt.
SUMMARY: Serves as senior legal counsel and oversees a legal unit of four or more full-time legal staff to address legal, regulatory, legislative, and/or enforcement objectives and activities for a state agency.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:
Equivalent combination of 14 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must include the active practice of law demonstrating knowledge of civil procedure, administrative law, and application of federal and state statutes and regulations.
License/Certification:
Valid driver's license or access to transportation for statewide travel.
Other Requirements:
Selected candidate will undergo a fingerprint based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check in order to ensure suitability for exposure to confidential information.
Must be an active member of the New Hampshire Bar Association and in Good Standing.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manages a legal unit, directing and overseeing the work of four or more full-time legal staff, which includes two or more, hearing officers/examiners, or senior attorneys. Assist the Administrator of Hearings in the administrative and operational functions of the Bureau of Hearings.
Oversees the conduct of administrative and other hearings. Serves as hearing officer/examiner when needed. Reviews evidence and legal briefs. Determines liability, sanctions, or penalties, or recommends acceptance or rejection of claims.
Represents the agency in a senior capacity as required and directed by the Commissioner or similar agency leader. Coordinates with the Attorney General's Office and other state and federal entities as needed. Explains and defends agency decisions, goals and objectives.
Represents the Director of Motor Vehicles in hearing appeals; prepares and presents the State's case before the Superior Courts when a decision made by a Hearings Examiner is appealed. Drafts pleadings, motions, interrogatories, discovery, preparing witnesses, and presenting evidence.
Ensures agency compliance with applicable state and federal laws and rules, executive orders, collective bargaining agreements, and court or board decisions.
Monitors compliance with administrative decisions, court orders, or other actionable obligations including collection activities related to civil penalties and enforcement actions inclusive of seeking injunctive relief in court.
Manages the preparation and review of orders, decisions, policies, protocols, guidelines, forms, procedures, requests for proposals/bids, contracts, legislation, rules, or other documents with legal implications.
Directs research of files, statistics, data, court abstracts, legal briefs, and court decisions to determine trends and inform agency decisions regarding policy, rules, legislative or enforcement actions.
Maintains professional appearance, maintains harmonious work relationships, and treats all contacts with courtesy, respect, and utmost professionalism.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
For further information, please contact Ryan McFarland, Chief Hearings Examiner at or by phone at 603-223-8028.
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
* Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
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