HEARINGS EXAMINER/PROSECUTOR

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

Job summary

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.

The role provides prosecution support to multiple divisions within the Prosecution Unit and requires interpretation of complex policies and legal standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8.5 years of experience or 12.5 years education with law study.
• Graduate-level study of law and the practice of law required.
• Active member of the New Hampshire Bar Association in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Review arrest reports and decide prosecutability for State Police cases.
• Hold pretrial conferences and manage motions for the State.
• Represent the State on appeals and at pre-trial hearings statewide.
• Supervise assigned paralegal work and provide legal training.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Courtroom procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree with 8.5 years of experience OR 12.5 years education

Graduate-level study of law and practice of law

Job description

• See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Safety

Bureau of Hearings

Troop A

315 Calef Highway

Epping, NH 03042

Hearings Examiner/Prosecutor

Hearings Examiner

Position #40018

$37.22/hour - $51.07/hour

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.

Summary

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.

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: 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.
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license or access to transportation

Other Requirements:

• 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

Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: N one

AFTER‑HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In‑Band Advancement Available: No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: No

DISCLAIMERS

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.

The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

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.

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

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 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.

See this link for details on State‑paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value 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:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964