PROGRAM ASSISTANT II

The State of New Hampshire; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure Certification has a full-time vacancy for a Program Assistant II in Concord, NH. The role involves handling complex office functions, preparing correspondence and reports, and supporting program and board meetings.

Candidates may substitute education with work experience, and vice versa. The position includes the State’s total compensation package and opportunities for in‑band advancement. Close date is Aug 21, 2026.

Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after high school, in Business or IT, data management.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, researches, monitors licensure requirements.
• Opens and organizes correspondence, compiles and prepares reports for the Director and Executive Director.
• Assists in planning and coordination of agency and board meetings.
• Organizes and implements short- and long-range goals for legislatively mandated activities affecting the agency and public.
• Reviews and maintains lists of annual and periodic reports.
• Assists with implementation, monitoring and revising policies under licensing and disciplinary activities.
• Collaborates with staff and other agencies for efficient office performance; completes other duties as assigned.
• Reports discipline and findings to federal and state authorities.
• Provides information via written correspondence, telephone or personal contact.

Education

Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience in Business or Information technology, data management

Job description

Office of Professional Licensure Certification

Administration Division

PROGRAM ASSISTANT II

Position# 42832

Full‑time

$19.96/hour - $26.51/hour

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

Job Summary

The State of New Hampshire, Office of Professional Licensure and Certification has a full-time vacancy for Project Assistant II.

Performs highly complex and responsible work as the Program Assistant II to the Program Specialist IV relative to office functions involving independent performance of duties; participates in the preparation of correspondence and statistical reports.

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 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in Business or Information technology, data management.
• License/Certification: None
• Other Requirements: None
• Trainee Option: Not Applicable

Preferred Qualifications

• None

After‑Hire Requirements

• None

Career Advancement Opportunities

• In-Band Advancement Available: ☐ Yes ☒ No
• Criteria: None
• Broad Group Level Advancement Available: ☐ Yes ☒ No
• Criteria: None

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviews, researches, monitors, and provides consultation regarding licensure requirements.
• Opens and organizes correspondence, compiles and prepares reports for the Director and Executive Director.
• Assists in planning and coordination of agency and board meetings.
• Organizes and implements short- and long-range goals and objectives for a wide range of legislatively mandated activities and functions affecting the agency and the public.
• Reviews and maintains lists of annual and periodic reports.
• Assists with implementation, monitoring and revising policies, laws and rules relative to licensing and disciplinary activities.
• Collaborates and cooperates with staff and other agencies for efficient effective office performance. Completes other relevant duties as assigned.
• Reports discipline and findings to federal and state authorities.
• Provides information via written correspondence, telephone or personal contact.

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

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964

Location

US:NH:CONCORD

Employment Type

FULL‑TIME

Close Date

08/21/2026

Post Date

07/27/2026

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]

For further information please contact Sharda Rao, HR Administrator @ 603 271 0605 and [e-mail]