HEARINGS OFFICER - CONCORD

The State of New Hampshire; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

State of New Hampshire is seeking a part-time Hearings Officer in Concord to conduct NH Liquor Commission administrative hearings and prepare written opinions with findings of fact and law.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 3 years of experience or an equivalent combination of 7 years of education/experience in relevant fields, plus a valid driver’s license for travel to Commission locations. Salary is $28.74/hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 7 years of education and experience after high school.
• Education and experience must be in pre-law, industrial relations, public administration, conducting hearings or administering law related to the Liquor Commission.

Responsibilities

• Conducts formal, adversarial hearings, rules on motions, weighs relevance of testimony and exhibits and renders administrative decisions based upon testimony and evidence submitted.
• Advises superiors on the probable legal impact of proposed changes in criminal laws.
• Evaluate and analyze testimony and documentary evidence to arrive at a decision consistent with the facts and law.
• Researches legal questions to advise superiors on probable legal impact or proposed changes in rules and regulations.
• Approves records authorizing restoration of licensing and operating privileges.
• Explains policies, rules, and statutes to inquiring parties, law enforcement agencies, attorneys and members of the public.
• May handle administrative hearings before other state boards to assure timely disposition of said appeals.
• Recognizes that everyone we come into contact with is a customer and treats all with courtesy, respect, and the utmost professionalism.

Skills

Quasi-judicial hearings

Report writing

Legal analysis

Policy interpretation

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 3 years experience or 7 years ed/experience

Job description

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel

Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or [e-mail]

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HEARINGS OFFICER - CONCORD (Job ID: 53761)

Stateof New Hampshire Job Posting

Administration

50 Storrs St. Concord, NH

PT Hearings Officer

Position#TMPPT1058

$28.74/hour

Summary:

Conducts the NH Liquor Commission Administrative hearings as an agent for the Commissioner and Directors and prepares written opinions including findings of fact, conclusions of law and dispositions while implementing and following all NH Liquor Commissions rules and policies.

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.

Other information:

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 7 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in pre-law, industrial relations, public administration, conducting hearings or administering law related to the Liquor Commission.

License/Certification: Valid drivers’ license for travel to Commission locations

Other Requirements: None

Trainee Option: None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 7 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in pre-law, industrial relations, public administration, conducting hearings or administering law related to the Liquor Commission.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Thorough knowledge of applicable federal and state laws. Considerable knowledge of the policies and regulations of the relevant agency. Considerable knowledge of quasi-judicial or administrative hearings process. Skill in report and decision writing. Ability to make decisions based upon policies and procedures as well as upon technical and highly debatable testimony. Ability to conduct and coordinate quasi-judicial hearings. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with legal professionals, officials and the public. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS:

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:

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.

When applicable, 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:

• Conducts formal, adversarial hearings, rules on motions, weighs relevance of testimony and exhibits and renders administrative decisions based upon testimony and evidence submitted.
• Advises superiors on the probable legal impact of proposed changes in criminal laws.
• Evaluate and analyze testimony and documentary evidence to arrive at a decision consistent with the facts and law.
• Researches legal questions to advise superiors on probable legal impact or proposed changes in rules and regulations.
• Approves records authorizing restoration of licensing and operating privileges.
• Explains policies, rules, and statutes to inquiring parties, law enforcement agencies, attorneys and members of the public.
• May handle administrative hearings before other state boards to assure timely disposition of said appeals.
• Recognizes that everyone we come into contact with is a customer and treats all with courtesy, respect, and the utmost professionalism.
• In addition, applicants are subject to a criminal background check and reference check.

For further information please contact [e-mail]

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964