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State of New Hampshire Job Posting Department Of Labor... Administration Division Legal Services 95 Pleasant Street Concord, NH 03301 Attorney Position # 19278 Starting Pay $31.33-$42.60 per hour Pay rates are effective 7/12/2024 The State of New Hampshire, Department of Labor, Legal Services has a full-time vacancy for an Attorney II. Summary: Provides legal representation, interpretation and counsel regarding state statutes, regulations, legislation and litigation on behalf of the Department of Labor. Oversees the development of informed and sound policies and training for Department staff to support Department initiatives. Reports to General Counsel. YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS - Under a recent change to the rules, an applicant's relevant experience now counts towards formal education degrees referenced below! See Per 405.01 . 18 Months of additional relevant experience = Associate's degree 36 Months of additional relevant experience = Bachelor's degree 54 Months of additional relevant experience = Master's degree MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association recognized law school. Experience: Four years of experience in the active practice of law. License/Certification: Valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation for statewide travel. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Must be an active member of the New Hampshire Bar Association and in Good Standing. RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Knowledge of pertinent laws of trial, legal procedures, and methods of legal research. Ability to prepare legal cases and briefs and to represent an agency in court proceedings. Ability to render effective decisions and deal tactfully with the courts, local enforcement officials, state department heads and the public. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority. DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a 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 classification. Responsibilities: • Assists Departmental staff through the administrative rulemaking process for Workers’ Compensation, Wage and Hour, Managed care, Self-Insurance and any new legislation that requires new regulations. • Render official opinions on state statutes pertaining to the Department of Labor as well as legal interpretations of all agency rules and regulations. • Conduct legal research to provide analysis and counsel concerning legal issues involving the Department of Labor. • Draft and evaluate pending legislation and counsel the Department of Labor regarding impact of legislative changes. • Plan legal seminars for town and city officials as well as employers to explain changes in state statutes. • Prepare cases and appear in court action involving cases arising in the conduct of Department of Labor affairs. • Coordinates and prepares Departmental responses to requests for information under state law. • Monitors proposed legislation to ascertain impact on Labor Laws; provides testimony before the legislature on proposed legislation that affects Departmental regulation or operation; responds to legislature for additional research and reports. • Provides functional oversight and supervision to legal unit staff related to court and collection activities involving regulatory objectives of the Department. • Prepares legal papers and memoranda for coordination of state and federal agencies. For further information please contact John Garrigan, General Counsel at john.w.garrigan@dol.nh.gov or 603-271-0201. • 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: 13.85% 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
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