Welcome to the commerce center of Southern New Hampshire! Here at Rockingham County, NH, we service our local community through efforts at our County Attorney’s Office, Registry of Deeds, Sheriff’s Office, Department of Corrections, Finance Office, Human Resources, Nursing Home, Assisted Living Community, and Facilities Operations. We believe in empowering and challenging our team members through opportunities of growth, education, and wellness initiatives. Our team is driven by our mission of serving our community. Be a part of the bigger picture, work alongside industry professionals, enjoy fantastic benefits \+ generous paid time off, and discover the Rockingham County difference.
SCOPE OF POSITION: The Assistant County Attorney Seeks justice with professionalism, excellence and pride, consistent with the New Hampshire Rules of Professional Conduct, American Bar Association and National District Attorney’s Association guidelines, as a criminal prosecutor in the Superior Court.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
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- Juris Doctor from accredited law school.
- Must be admitted into the New Hampshire Bar Association.
- 100% Paid Life Insurance ($25,000\) and AD\&D Insurance ($25,000\)
- Optional Deferred Compensation 457B Retirement Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement ($4,000 annually following one year of benefits\-eligible employment)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discount Website
- On\-Site Gym, Staff Dining/Cafeteria, and Quiet Room w/ Massage Chair
- Pro\-rated for part\-time employees
Acting as a counsel for the State of New Hampshire in criminal matters, the Assistant County Attorney researches pertinent case law, drafts indictments, complaints \& pleadings and further presents investigations and cases to the Grand Jury, conducts Bench trials, Jury trials, and all required hearings related to their assigned caseload. They maintain a collaborative working relationship with victim/witness coordinators to ensure that all victims and witnesses are properly informed, prepared, and supported through the prosecution process. Further, they collaborate with police, members of the public, and court staff.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
STATUS/SHIFT: Full Time / Exempt
*Equal Employment Opportunity.*
Mandatory post offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.
Rockingham County offers a complete benefits package including: health, dental, vision, life insurance, short\-term disability and optional long\-term disability. Employees working 35 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the New Hampshire Retirement System (pension plan). Go to www.nhrs.org for more information.
For complete benefit information:
Rockingham County Benefit Guide (Download PDF reader)
Additional Benefits Include:
Paid Time Off (22\.13 days accrued each year)\
11\-12 Paid Holidays\
$150/Year Uniform Stipend\\*
Shift Pick Up Bonuses\\*
Short Staff Pay\\*
100% Paid Short Term Disability\\\
Optional Long Term Disability\\\
\\For nursing employees only
\\\*For full time employees only, "Weekender" employees are not eligible for disability insurance