Regulatory Legal Assistant

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Energy, Administration Division has a full-time vacancy for 23-2010 PARALEGALS AND LEGAL ASSISTANTS-4.

Summary:

This is a multi-discipline position assisting with internal regulatory processes related to the Department of Energy’s (DOE) and the Public Utilities Commission’s (PUC) regulation, performing legal and administrative functions vital to the operations and support for the legal and regulatory staff of the DOE, which represent the DOE, on behalf of New Hampshire citizens and utility customers, in adjudicative, rulemaking, and legislative proceedings.

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 405.1 .

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: Associate’s degree in business administration, paralegal studies or a related field and three years of experience in a legal office performing legal research and drafting legal documents or an equal combination of relevant education and experience.

Experience: Five years' experience as a Legal Secretary, paralegal or in an area, which provided experience with legal terminology. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

License/Certification: None required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Effective written, interpersonal, and communication skills.

2. Ability to manage sensitive or confidential information with restraint and tact.

3. Ability to prepare and draft legal documents.

4. Ability to solve problems and make decisions independently.

DISCLAIMERS:

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.

Responsibilities:

Gather and arrange evidence and other legal documents for attorney and analyst review, case preparation and filings for DOE and PUC dockets. Collaborates with legal, regulatory, and other DOE Staff to prepare, review, and summarize pleadings, reports, technical statements, testimony, data requests and responses, and other documents associated with proceedings related to the DOE’s and the PUC’s jurisdiction, in accordance with established filing requirements, rules, and statutes.

Research relevant statutes, rulings and precedents used to prepare written summaries related to DOE or PUC proceedings and as a basis for answering requests for legal opinions or contested case decisions. Generates data compilations to support analysis and the development of positions in dockets.

Serves as a liaison between regulatory staff and attorneys while working on active issues and cases and conducts meetings to present information relative to ongoing departmental activities. Maintains effective working relationships with DOE staff, regulated entities, and other industry stakeholders, the PUC and other government officials, and the public.

Collaborates with legal, regulatory, and other DOE staff to develop responses to inquiries, complaints, and the legislature as it relates to proposed or pending legislation.

Coordinates the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and compliance solutions to enhance effectiveness and efficiency of operations. Reviews procedures routinely, making appropriate modifications when necessary, and develops new procedures to improve the quality of service to legal and regulatory staff.

Organizes and maintains complex, voluminous files and data pertaining to DOE and PUC proceedings, manages File Transfer Protocol site, and preserves electronic files, including docket filings and discovery, in a logical and readily accessible manner.

Reviews daily docket and coordinates with attorneys on dates and deadlines for deliverables in DOE and PUC dockets. Maintains current list of dockets including staff assignments, issues presented and procedural posture.

Schedules, and makes logistical arrangements for meetings and facilitates the participation of consultants or other external meeting participants.

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 Paul Dexter, Director, Legal Staff at Paul.C.Dexter@energy.nh.gov at 603-271-6592 or Director of Administration, Rorie Patterson at Rorie.E.Paterson@energy.nh.gov, 603-271-5189.

*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

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