West Virginia Attorney General is seeking qualified individuals to help ensure that the State of West Virginia, State agencies, and other entities receive top-flight legal advice and representation. As the State's law firm, the Office of the Attorney General has a duty to the people of West Virginia to meet the highest professional standards, maintain a commitment to excellence, and zealously serve the public.
Significantly, the success of our Office depends primarily on the dedication and talents of every person who works here. As such, the Attorney General is committed to finding, developing, and retaining the best people. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work and seek to make West Virginia better, join us so that we can build the best law firm in the State.
To apply for any of the positions listed below, please submit a brief cover letter, your resume, salary requirements, a list of references, and any other information you believe would allow our Office to evaluate your application to the following email address: jobs@wvago.gov
All employees of the Office of the Attorney General have access to great benefits, including health insurance and retirement benefits. Unless otherwise specified, all listed positions are in Charleston, West Virginia, and are open until filled. Salary will be commensurate with experience. The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer.
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Criminal/Civil Investigator:
The Attorney General seeks an Investigator for the Consumer Protection Division. Ideal candidates will have a college degree, extensive law enforcement/investigative background and be computer literate in Microsoft Office and internet research. Candidates without a college degree who have in excess of 15 years of investigative experience will also be considered. Successful candidates must be able to conduct complex investigations and surveillance, research and analyze information to formulate reports, conduct interviews and testify in hearings and at trial.
Please send your resume and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with “Criminal/Civil Investigator” in the subject line.
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Deputy Press Secretary:
The Attorney General seeks a Deputy Press Secretary to act as a copywriter and media liaison. A bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations or a closely related field is required, plus five (5) years’ experience in public relations, public policy, journalism or advertising. The ideal applicant will be an excellent writer, editor and communicator with a proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, while meeting tight deadlines. Successful candidates will have experience planning and implementing national, statewide and local media strategies, including social media, writing press releases, op-eds and organizing news conferences.
Candidates will be expected to work long hours, produce a high-quality product that meets exacting standards, and seek to enhance the reputation of the Attorney General's Office as a top law firm in the State of West Virginia.
Please send your resume and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with “Deputy Press Secretary” in the subject line.
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Preneed Auditor:
This position will work with the Attorney General Office’s Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division (Preneed Funeral Division).
The job responsibilities include but are not limited to supervising the day-to-day operations of the Preneed Funeral Division, answering questions regarding compliance with W.Va. Code § 47-14-1 et seq., (“Preneed Act”), performing audits of all entities that hold and manage preneed funeral funds, reviewing and approving all preneed contract forms accepted by the Preneed Funeral Division, testifying in court cases regarding noncompliance with Preneed Act and reviewing reports and contracts to assure funds are appropriated as required by the Preneed Act.
Candidates must have experience auditing businesses and be computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required. Successful completion of the Certified Public Accountant exam is preferred. Please send your resume and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with “Preneed Auditor” in the subject line.
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Accounting Clerk:
The Attorney General is currently seeking an Accounting Clerk. This position will work directly with the Purchasing Officer, Control and CFO to process accounts payable transactions on a daily basis. A successful candidate will be required to work in WV OASIS, resolve vendor problems, process client payments, and perform additional duties as assigned. The location of work will be at the state Capitol Building. Accounting and WV OASIS experience is preferred.
Individuals wishing to apply should send their resume, references, preferred salary range, and any other information by emailed to jobs@wvago.gov with “Accounting Clerk” in the subject line.
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Appellate Litigator:
The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General currently is seeking an Assistant Attorney General to handle appellate litigation. Ideal candidates will have highly accomplished academic and employment credentials with a minimum of four (4) years of litigation experience. Candidates will have superior written, oral communication skills and be aggressive while remaining focused on producing a high-quality legal product. Responsibilities will include briefing and arguing appeals before the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, and other courts in a variety of matters including, but not limited to, direct criminal appeals
To apply, please submit a brief cover letter, your resumé, salary requirements, a list of references, writing sample, and any other information you believe would allow our Office to evaluate your application to the following email address: jobs@wvago.gov with “Appellate Litigator” in the subject line.
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Paralegal:
The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General seeks a highly organized, reliable individual to provide paralegal support to our attorneys and Administrative Division. Successful candidates will have a minimum of five (5) years prior experience working in a law firm, the ability to manage large document productions, strong written and oral communication skills as well as solid analytical skills. Candidates must have experience working in document management systems and be able to prioritize while working under tight time constraints.
Please send your resume and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with “Paralegal” in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General / Fourth Circuit/Supreme Court Litigator:
The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General currently is seeking an attorney to handle cases before the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, as well as other courts. Experience with the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals is preferred. Ideal candidates will have a judicial clerkship and/or two years of experience. Candidates must also have an active WV license or be eligible for admission.
To apply, please submit a brief cover letter, your resumé, a list of references, writing sample, and any other information you believe would allow our Office to evaluate your application to the following email address: jobs@wvago.gov with “Fourth Circuit/ Supreme Court Litigator” in the subject line.
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Legal Assistant:
The Attorney General seeks a highly organized, energetic legal assistant. Successful candidates will have a minimum of three (3) years prior experience working in a law firm, the ability to manage large document productions, strong written and oral communication skills as well as solid analytical skills.
Please send your resume and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with “Legal Assistant” in the subject line.
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