PARALEGAL-HEARINGS BUREAU/PROSECUTION UNIT

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Safety

Office of the Commissioner

Bureau of Hearings

33 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH, 03305

PARALEGAL-HEARINGS BUREAU/PROSECUTION UNIT

(Paralegal I)

Position #9T2905

The pay range for this position is $19.96 - $26.41 per hour

This position offers a Trainee Status* at the following pay rate: $19.23 per hour

* Candidates hired at a Trainee Status must meet minimum qualifications within one (1) year of hire date

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Office of the Commissioner, Bureau of Hearings has a full-time vacancy for Hearings Bureau Paralegal (Paralegal I), SOC Title 23-2010 PARALGLS-LGL ASSTS-3. This position has a 37.5 hour work week and is considered non-exempt. This is a grant funded position and subject to renewal every two years.

SUMMARY: Assists with and coordinates prosecution of DWI/OUI alcohol and drug related cases to the N.H. Circuit Courts statewide; assists the prosecuting attorneys by answering motions, attending select court hearings, preparing various exhibits, subpoenas and documents, doing case searches and reviewing legal terminology.

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: Associate's degree and 1 year of experience OR equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in law, paralegal, legal research, legal investigative work, criminal justice, or an area that provides experience with legal terminology and procedures.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license

Other Requirements:

1. Selected candidate will undergo a fingerprint-based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check in order to ensure suitability for exposure to confidential information.

2. Must be able to travel to DOS prosecution offices statewide as needed to assist paralegal/prosecutor on DWI alcohol/drug cases.

Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 2+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in ‘trainee status’ for this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares responses to defense motions and prepares motions to continue and other motions on behalf of the State for filing by a prosecuting attorney.

Sets up files and gives to Prosecutor for review. Follows -up with investigating Trooper for any missing documents or witness statements.

Maintains calendar for attorney. Updates databases/defendant lists accordingly.

Enters and maintains DWI case data into an electronic database/case management system for statistical documentation of prosecution DWI caseload; including motions, pleadings, briefs, correspondence, and investigation data.

Researches DWI specific case and statutory law and provides documentation to allow the prosecuting attorney to issue advice to superiors and to officers regarding other cases in which the officers themselves may be functioning as prosecutors.

Prepares and issues subpoenas to witnesses and calendars cases to the Circuit Courts in various areas of the state for the staff attorneys.

Evaluates court DWI/alcohol drug related decisions to determine impact on the Department’s law enforcement efforts related to DWI and prepares educational materials regarding such decisions under the direction of a supervisor.

Maintains office supplies and equipment. Submits work, repair and supply orders as needed.

Drafts correspondence and basic legal documents under the direction of the prosecuting attorney to include preparation of written draft and final versions of letters, legal documents, interview transcripts, statements, lists, and memoranda Maintains filing system for all files, hard copy or electronic for all cases, legal documents, correspondence and reference materials.

Responds to daily court calendared submission of documents under the direction of a staff attorney, and prepares written or telephonic inquiries as to pertinent laws and rules. Answers and responds to telephone calls in a courteous and professional manner.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: 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.

For further information, please contact Jennifer Kosowicz, Paralegal II at Jennifer.M.Kosowicz@DOS.NH.GOV or 603-223-8989.

*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 is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

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