HEARINGS EXAMINER/PROSECUTOR

The State of New Hampshire; Epping (NH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (HMO or POS)

Dental plan

Flexible Spending healthcare/childcare

State retirement plan

Wellness program

Life insurance

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire in Epping, NH, is seeking a Hearings Examiner/Prosecutor to provide prosecution support within the Bureau of Hearings. The position is full-time, exempt, with a 37.5-hour work week, located at 315 Calef Highway.

Responsibilities include reviewing arrest reports, handling pretrial conferences, appeals coordination, and representing the State in various hearings while coordinating with police and other agencies. A NH Bar license and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8.5 years of experience, or 12.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school.
• Active member of the New Hampshire Bar Association and in Good Standing.
• Must pass fingerprint-based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check.
• Valid driver’s license or access to transportation.

Responsibilities

• Reviews arrest reports on court cases brought by State Police and other Department of Safety law enforcement personnel and decides if prosecutable.
• Holds pretrial conferences with defense attorneys and attends pre-trial hearings; prepares and responds to motions.
• Coordinates representation on appeals to Superior Courts with County Attorneys.
• Represents the State at pre-trial suppression hearings and other preliminary hearings.
• Subpoenas witnesses and prosecutes cases before Circuit Courts for misdemeanor cases statewide.
• Researches case law and advises superiors and law enforcement personnel on applicable rulings.
• Explains complex policies, rules, and statutes to educate law enforcement and the public on best practices.
• Conducts legal training for NH Police Standards and Training and other agencies.
• Collaborates with the Bureau’s Chief Paralegal to supervise the paralegal’s work products.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate-level study of law

Job description

Hearings Examiner/Prosecutor

Position Summary

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Bureau of Hearings, has a full-time vacancy for a Hearings Examiner/Prosecutor, SOC Title 23-1020 ADMIN LAW JUDGES-6, located at Troop A in Epping, NH. This position has a 37.5-hour work week and is considered exempt.

Provides prosecution assistance to the Division of State Police, Division of Motor Vehicles, State Fire Marshal, Marine Patrol, and State Office Complex Police Force as a member of the Prosecution Unit within the Bureau of Hearings.

Salary

$37.22/hour - $51.07/hour

Work Conditions

Full-time

37.5-hour work week

Exempt

Location

315 Calef Highway, Epping, NH 03042

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 8.5 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 12.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. At least 8.5 years of education and experience must include graduate-level study of law and the practice of law.
• Must be an active member of the New Hampshire Bar Association and in Good Standing.
• Must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check.
• Valid driver's license or access to transportation.
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license or access to transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

N one

Responsibilities

• Reviews arrest reports on court cases brought by State Police and other Department of Safety law enforcement personnel and makes decisions as to whether or not a case is prosecutable.
• Holds pretrial conferences with defense attorneys regarding stipulations and negotiated pleas and attends pre-trial hearings. Responds to defense motions and prepares motions to continue and other motions on behalf of the State.
• Coordinates representation on appeals to Superior Courts with the respective County Attorneys. Represents the State at pre-trial suppression hearings and other preliminary hearings.
• Subpoenas witnesses and prepares and prosecutes cases before the Circuit Courts for misdemeanor cases statewide.
• Researches case law and provides advice to superiors and to law enforcement personnel regarding cases in which the law enforcement personnel themselves may be functioning as prosecutors.
• Evaluates court decisions to determine impact on the Department's law enforcement efforts and prepares educational materials regarding such decisions to assist law enforcement personnel with arrest-related procedures.
• Explains complex policies, rules, and statutes to inquiring parties including law enforcement agencies, attorneys and members of the public in order to educate on best practices and to answer questions.
• Conducts legal training on behalf of the Department at NH Police Standards and Training, at local police departments and at NH Bar Association attorney training programs in order to educate and provide information on best practices in prosecution.
• Collaborates with the Bureau’s Chief Paralegal to supervise the assigned paralegal’s work products. Monitors the paralegal’s performance to ensure consistency with established guidelines. Works with the Chief Paralegal to complete annual evaluations and to develop and implement corrective action plans, if needed.

Benefits

• HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits.
• The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
• 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.
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500).
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance.

Other Compensation Information

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay.

Additional Information

For further information, please contact Patricia O'Brien, Chief Prosecutor, at [e-mail] or [phone].

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE

TDD Access

Relay NH1-800-735-2964