Public Sector Counsel: Administrative Law Expert

The State of New Hampshire; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Plan

Flexible Spending healthcare and child

Retirement plan

Deferred Compensation 457(b)

Wellness program

Life insurance

Paid holidays and generous leave

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Job summary

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Legal Unit seeks an Attorney III to provide legal advice on civil matters and oversee staff. The role requires strong knowledge of civil procedure, administrative law, and state/federal statutes.

Benefits include a robust total compensation package; the position is full-time, exempt, with a 37.5-hour work week, based in Concord. Applicants must be admitted to the NH Bar in good standing and willing to undergo background checks.

Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of 11 years of education and experience after completion of high school.
• Active practice of law with knowledge of civil procedure, administrative law, and the application of federal and state statutes and regulations.
• Valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation for statewide travel.
• Background checks required including fingerprint-based and motor vehicle record checks.
• Active member of the New Hampshire Bar Association in Good Standing.

Responsibilities

• Drafts administrative rules and participates in rulemaking to ensure compliance with laws and agency objectives.
• Responds to complaints, information requests, and legally related correspondence for the Department of Safety.
• Provides legal counsel for Right to Know requests and ensures timely, lawful release of records.
• Reviews and approves contracts and MOUs between the Department and third parties.
• Oversees subordinate staff in the Legal Unit, including training and quality reviews.
• Trains Department staff on responsibilities and authority.
• Represents the Department before state agencies, drafts pleadings and motions, and presents evidence.
• Assists legislative initiatives with drafting and testifies before committees as needed.
• Provides legal research and opinions to management.

Education

11 years of education and experience after high school

Job description

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Legal Unit seeks an Attorney III to provide legal advice on civil matters and oversee staff. The role requires strong knowledge of civil procedure, administrative law, and state/federal statutes.

Benefits include a robust total compensation package; the position is full-time, exempt, with a 37.5-hour work week, based in Concord. Applicants must be admitted to the NH Bar in good standing and willing to undergo background checks.