HEARING OFFICER Position Available In Merrimack, New Hampshire

HEARING OFFICER

The State of New Hampshire – 3.7 Concord, NH Job Details Full-time $27.55 – $38.85 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program 457(b) Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Employment & labor law Bachelor’s degree 1 year Senior level Full Job Description State of New Hampshire Job Posting Department of Labor Hearings Bureau 95 Pleasant St Concord, NH 03301 Hearing Officer Position # 18085 $28.74/hour – $38.85/hour This position offers a Trainee status

• at the following pay rate $27.55/hour
• Candidate hired at a Trainee status must meet minimum qualifications within one (1) year of hire date The State of New Hampshire, Department of Labor, Hearings Bureau has a full-time vacancy for Hearing Officer.

Summary :

To conduct adjudicatory hearings and render decisions in accordance with State laws and regulations

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:

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with a major in pre-law, economics, industrial relations, business administration or public administration. Each addition year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience:

Five years’ experience in conducting hearings or administering laws related to workers’ compensation insurance or business practices, with demonstrated progression of increasing responsibility either in a public or private agency or in private industry.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a 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.

Responsibilities :

Take testimony during hearings from opposing parties and review documentary evidence including payroll records, medical reports, investigative reports, etc. Conduct formal, adversarial hearings, controlling the behavior of the parties and ruling on admissibility of evidence. Examine evidence from employers’ business records and forms filed by insurance adjusters to determine accuracy and timeliness of reports. Evaluate, analyze and synthesize testimony and documentary evidence to arrive at a decision consistent with facts and law. Concisely and precisely write decision for each claim, including findings of fact and law within the statutory time frame. Mediate disputes between parties to attempt to resolve differences. Address the general public on topics relating to all NH Department of Labor Laws. For further information please contact Merrick Weinstein, Hearings Examiner, or (603) 271-3597. •

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.

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EOE TDD Access:

Relay NH 1-800-735-2964