Administrative Prosecutor

Overview

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Office of Professional Licensure and Certification – Enforcement Division

Address: 7 Eagle Square, Concord, NH 03301

Administrative Prosecutor

Position # 14830

Salary: $31.33/hour - $42.60/hour

Open position
: 23-1010 Lawyers-2

• Renders official opinions on statutes and agency rules regarding viability of potential disciplinary actions in occupational licensing cases before the Boards, Councils, and Commissions within the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC). Makes recommendations regarding prosecution or dismissal, as well as sanctions.
• Supervise the evaluation of initial complaints by legal staff received from a variety of sources concerning possible violations of occupational licensing laws, administrative rules and regulations, and determine whether or not the licensing boards have proper jurisdiction.
• Conduct legal research on disciplinary and licensing matters; drafts motions, memoranda, and pleadings for filing in administrative disciplinary proceedings occurring fers with subject matter experts in licensed fields to determine standards of care applicable in disciplinary matters. Negotiates potential settlements to resolve pending disciplinary matters prior to and in lieu of hearing.
• Oversee investigations by legal staff of formal complaints filed with multiple occupational licensing boards within the OPLC, including interviews of complainants, respondents, and witnesses. Review detailed reports of findings and make recommendations. Conduct training for legal staff to ensure compliance with federal and state law and to coordinate changes in statutes.
• Prepare cases for administrative law hearings concerning disciplinary matters arising from occupational licensing, including identifying and preparing witnesses and filing exhibit lists and motions. Prosecute disciplinary cases by presenting evidence and witness testimony.
• Monitor disciplinary trends and proposed legislation with potential agency impact; recommend appropriate legal actions and possible changes to licensure requirements.
• Interpret state statutes and regulations and provide legal analysis and counsel concerning occupational licensing disciplinary matters. Respond to legal inquiries from the public, legal professionals, advocacy groups, and state and federal officials.

• Minimum Qualifications – Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Equivalent combination of 9 years of education and experience after high school. Education and experience must include 4 years in the active practice of law.
• License/Certification:
  Valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation for statewide travel.
• Other Requirements:
  Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association recognized law school; active member of the New Hampshire Bar Association and in good standing.
• Trainee Option:
  Candidates with an equivalent combination of 8+ years of education and experience after high school and 3 years in the active practice of law may be considered and hired in trainee status if otherwise meeting minimum requirements.

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• In-Band Advancement Available:
  No
• Broad Group Level Advancement Available:
  No

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every duty and responsibility. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed that are characteristic of this job title.

The work of a trainee status employee shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. A trainee shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of employment.

• Total compensation information available at the bottom of the announcement.

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

• HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits (benefit value varies by plan and bargaining unit).
• Value of State's share of Employee Retirement: 12.87% of pay
• 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
• Wellness program (incentive-based, potential to earn up to $500)

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