Department of Justice
Client Counseling Unit
Liquor Commission - General Counsel
Position#9U608
80,000.00 - 105,000.00 yearly
The New Hampshire Liquor Commission, together with the Office of the Attorney General, is seeking applicants for the position of General Counsel. The successful candidate will be physically embedded at the Liquor Commission HQ in Concord, while being a member of the Attorney General's Client Counseling Unit.
The General Counsel will perform, draft, and provide legal analysis, strategic counsel, including but not limited to, legislative rulemaking, agency policies, RSA 91-A requests, contracts, and employment law. The General Counsel will also assist with litigation matters involving the Commission and will represent the Commission in administrative personnel and board of claims proceedings. Excellent analytical, negotiation, problem-solving, oral advocacy and writing skills are a must.
Education and experience must include a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and 5.5 years of experience in the active practice of law. Must be an active member of the New Hampshire Bar Association and in Good Standing.
Experience providing timely and constructive legal counseling to government clients is a distinct plus. The position offers competitive salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefits - including health, dental, and life insurance.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and CV to Christopher G. Bond, Chief of Staff, New Hampshire Department of Justice at 1 Granite Place South, Concord, NH 03301 or via email to [redacted].
*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
