Right of Way Agent jobs in Concord, NH

Salary: 44,713.500-52,669.500 :USD

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Safety

Office of the Commissioner

33 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03305

RIGHT TO KNOW PARALEGAL II

Position #10614

$44,713.50 - $52,669.50

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Office of the Commissioner has a full-time vacancy for Paralegal II, which has a 37.5 hour work week and is non-exempt.

SCOPE OF WORK: To perform paraprofessional legal duties for the Department of Safety’s Legal Unit as it relates to responding to Right-To-Know requests, pursuant to New Hampshire RSA 91-A.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Reviews Right to Know requests made to the Department to determine if requests are compliant or exempt based on current law.

Researches and analyzes case law, statutes, rules and regulations to stay current on applicable law related to processing requests under the New Hampshire Right-To-Know law.

Prepares correspondence, answers telephone calls, and responds to requests, ensuring adherence to the timeliness constraints as set forth by RSA 91-A.

Redacts all requested materials (written documents / digital evidence) in compliance with current laws, under the supervision of staff counsel.

Manages centralized repository for tracking Right-To-Know requests, and coordinates with Department personnel in collecting pertinent records.

Navigates through past and present Department records management systems and submitting requests through appropriate archive repositories as necessary.

Assists with the on-going training by the Legal Unit to Department staff to ensure best practices for staying compliant with RSA 91-A.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Your Experience Counts See Per 405.01.

1.5 Years of additional relevant experience = Associate's Degree

3 Years of additional relevant experience = Bachelor's Degree

4.5 Years additional relevant experience = Master's Degree

Education : Associate's degree or two years of college with a major study in law, paralegal studies, or a related legal field, or a paralegal certificate from a certified paralegal program. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: Three years' experience in legal research, legal investigative, paralegal work, criminal justice or an area which provided experience with legal terminology, with at least one year at the level of Paralegal I. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

License/Certification:None required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 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.

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 classification.

For further information please contact David Hilts, Attorney IV, David.M.Hilts@DOS.NH.GOV and 603-227-4032.

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:

Employee Benefits | NH Dept. of Administrative Services

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:

Total Compensation Calculator | Human Resources | NH Dept. of Administrative Services

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

Human Resources | NH Dept. of Administrative Services

Benefits Summary (nh.gov)

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964