ANTI-DISCRIMINATION PARALEGAL

The State of New Hampshire, Human Rights Commission has a part-time vacancy for an Anti-Discrimination Paralegal.

Summary:

Performs law-related research activities to support the review of allegations of discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodation, and K-12 public education that have been filed with the Human Rights Commission.

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):

Coordinates administrative support functions in a legal work unit, ensuring timely completion of work.

Researches and reviews state and federal statutes, rules, and regulations to verify and provide data and information for use in anti-discrimination cases before the Commission.

Drafts and prepares complete and accurate legal documents according to established agency and technical guidelines for Commissioners and Commission staff including, but not limited to, Orders Notice, rulings on motions, subpoenas, and other legal memorandum. Distributes final documents to required parties.

Coordinates availability of witnesses to ensure their appearance for testimony at administrative Commission hearings and depositions.

Responds to questions from witnesses, attorneys, and agency staff and clarifies procedures and policies to provide understanding and address concerns.

Enters and maintains data in various file management systems to ensure agency records accurately reflect case status and decisions rendered. Maintains document control and organization of legal files.

Receives, reviews and assigns hearing dockets to ensure deadlines are met.

Recommends procedural changes or alternate work methods to improve the flow of work.

For further information please contact Katrina Taylor, Executive Director, Katrina.E.Taylor@hrc.nh.gov, 603-271-2055.

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 civil litigation, paralegal work, investigations, law, or related field.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license or access to transportation for travel throughout the state.

Other Requirements: None

Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience as a legal assistant in a law office or experience with legal terminology.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS : None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

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.

When applicable, 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.

*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 and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

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