Assistant Prosecutor

ABOUT THE ROLE:  Performs highly responsible work of a legal nature within a police agency. Assists in prosecutorial functions, to include the prosecution of Salem Police Department cases in Circuit Court and State administrative hearings

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Prepares and oversees misdemeanor and violation-level cases in Circuit Court. Reviews reports and cases for thoroughness and completeness. Assigns follow-up as required.
• Represents the agency in administrative license suspension hearings, and other proceedings as needed regarding the Division of Motor Vehicles and Bureau of Hearings.
• Coordinates with department personnel, witnesses, other prosecutors, other law enforcement agencies, court staff and county officials as is appropriate on cases.
• Assists officers, including detectives, as sought on ongoing investigations, active cases and to include charging decisions and search warrants.
• Oversees juvenile prosecution.
• See more on the Job Description.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of law degree.
•  Member of the New Hampshire Bar Association. Remain in good standing with the Bar to include satisfying the annual continuing legal education requirements.
• Adherence to the NHBA’s Rules of Professional Conduct to include the Special Responsibilities of a Prosecutor.
• Demonstrated oral and written skills.
• Maintain solid judgment and decision-making ability; ability to multi-task and effectively perform in emergency or stressful situations.
•  Prosecution and courtroom experience preferred.
• Must have valid driver’s license

 WHAT WE OFFER:

Benefits provided by the Town are described in the Collective

Bargaining Agreement, and include: 

• Annual paid time off – 15 days’ vacation, 12 sick days;2 personal days; 11 holidays. 
• Health, and Vision Insurance HSA – Employee pays:

$62.81/ week for family coverage.

$46.50/week for 2-person coverage.

$23.09/ week for single coverage. 

• Dental Insurance- Employee pays:

$11.71/ week for family coverage.

$5.06/ week for family coverage.

$0.00/week for single coverage.

If you already have qualifying insurance, we'll pay you $5,000 annually to waive coverage. 

• Disability Insurance – 70% of base wages for up to 26 weeks.
• Life Insurance – Equal to base annual earnings.
• New Hampshire Retirement System Group I – Defined benefit pension plan.
• Tuition reimbursement for pre-approved courses.

Details about the benefits provided by the Town are described in the SPAA Collective Bargaining Agreement. 

HOW TO APPLY: Candidates must complete a Town of Salem Employment Application, resume and cover letter and submit it to jobs@salemnh.gov. 

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.