The Office of the 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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Assistant Attorney General -- WV Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) - This position is located in the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) of the West Virginia Attorney General, which is tasked by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) with investigating and prosecuting provider fraud in the medical programs of the state, as well as allegations of abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of incapacitated adults.
The Assistant Attorney General will primarily handle investigations and civil actions against Medicaid providers alleged to have committed complex health care fraud schemes under the Supervision of the Deputy Director. These matters are pursued under the West Virginia Medicaid Fraud Statute and the Federal False Claims Act. The Unit often works in conjunction with federal partners in US Attorneys’ Offices, HHS OIG, and others. State and national training opportunities are available to aid employees in understanding the complexities of health care fraud investigations. As part of their duties, the Assistant Attorney General will likely have the opportunity to pursue appointment as a Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA). As part of that process, the Attorney will be subject to a federal background check.
While the majority of the Attorney’s practice will be focused on the investigation and Litigation of complex civil matters related to health care providers, they will also work closely with the Assistant Attorney General handling criminal matters, and will have the opportunity to be co-counsel, and/or handle cases as a special assistant prosecuting attorney throughout the State.
Additional Duties as assigned may include:
• Analyzing case referrals to determine whether the allegations warrant opening an investigation and/or pursuing enforcement action.
• Responsibility for negotiating and drafting civil settlement agreements in complex (often multi-state) civil investigations and actions.
• Pursuit of False Claims Act cases in federal court. Sometimes this is done with the Attorney acting in their capacity as a Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA), and sometimes they pursue the case jointly on behalf of the State with an Assistant United States Attorney acting on behalf of the federal government.
• They may also be responsible for handling, assisting, and supporting criminal investigations and prosecutions as requested by the Deputy Director.
When an action is being litigated by the Unit, the Attorney will be responsible for all aspects of the litigation, to include discovery, motions practice, witness preparation (to include expert witnesses), and trial.
This is a salaried position and may require some overtime.
Travel, including some overnight stays will be required.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Active license to practice law in West Virginia.
Applicants with at least two years of legal experience preferred.
Applicants with civil practice experience are strongly preferred.
Resumes: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must include the information on your resume. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Assistant Attorney General - MFCU" in the subject line.
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Investigation Supervisor -- WV Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU): The Investigation Supervisor plans and monitors cases for a team of investigators in multifaceted criminal and civil investigations. The Investigation Supervisor reviews, edits, and finalizes reports of investigation and civil recovery memos, including recommendations for corrective action. The Investigation Supervisor is responsible for managing and directing the day-to-day investigative operations of the MFCU.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
• Managing and directing a team of Investigators conducting sensitive and complex criminal and civil investigations of suspected Medicaid fraud, abuse, and neglect by healthcare providers.
• Participating in investigations as a team leader or as an Investigator conducting highly complex and extremely sensitive investigations. Develop and implement strategic plans for investigations, identify investigative targets, and coordinate with prosecutors and other law enforcement agencies.
• Manage and train investigators and other staff, providing guidance, assigning cases, and ensuring high-quality investigative work. Prepare and review detailed written reports, supporting exhibits, and other documentation related to investigations.
• Providing field-level direction to MFCU investigators in planning, coordinating, and conducting investigations related to allegations of Medicaid fraud by health care providers, as well as allegations of abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of incapacitated adults.
• Reviewing investigative reports to ensure completeness and accuracy before prosecution referral.
• Managing the caseloads of assigned subordinate MFCU investigators and investigative assistants.
• Planning, developing, implementing, and overseeing office policies and procedures, as well as assuring team members’ compliance with office policies and procedures.
• Resolving issues related to investigative operations.
• Identifying and/or developing necessary training materials and programs to provide MFCU staff members with adequate and effective educational and professional development opportunities, including personally conducting staff training programs as needed.
• Consulting and collaborating with the other members of the MFCU leadership team and the Office of the Attorney General to enhance the Unit’s ability to use its resources efficiently and effectively.
• Offering input, suggestions, and recommendations to the MFCU Director, Deputy Director, Chief Investigator, and Chief Auditor regarding appropriate policies, procedures, work processes, and methods as needed to maximize the MFCU’s effectiveness, in accordance with the Attorney General’s directives and instructions.
• Direct the gathering, examination, and preservation of evidence, and assist in executing subpoenas and search warrants as needed.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, healthcare regulatory agencies, as well as other community groups, to enhance the MFCU's mission.
• May be required to testify in civil, criminal, and administrative proceedings regarding investigations.
Key Skills and Qualifications
• Proven experience in supervising or managing a team of professional and/or administrative staff.
• Experience in conducting complex criminal and/or civil investigations, ideally with specific experience in healthcare fraud.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of investigative techniques, including surveillance, undercover operations, interviewing, search warrants and more.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively manage staff, draft reports, and communicate with partners and prosecutors.
• High ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to coordinate with external agencies and build effective working relationships.
Preferred Qualifications
• Thorough knowledge of state and federal healthcare fraud statutes, investigative procedures, rules of evidence, and civil recovery actions.
• Proficiency in reviewing and analyzing financial and medical records.
• A bachelor's or advanced degree in a related field.
• Preferred certifications include Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or others relevant to fraud investigations.
• Experience in healthcare fraud investigations, auditing, and/or financial analysis.
• Familiarity with fraud detection tools and data analysis techniques.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and preferred salary range to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Investigation Supervisor - MFCU" in the subject line.
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Data Analyst -- WV Medicaid Fraud Control Unit: The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) is charged with investigating, prosecuting and obtaining criminal and civil remedies against individuals and corporate entities responsible for improper or fraudulent Medicaid billing schemes, as well as investigating and prosecuting allegations of abuse and neglect of residents in nursing homes and other residential healthcare facilities.To fulfill these obligations, the MFCU works to identify and investigate fraud committed by hospitals, nursing homes, pharmacies, home health agencies, transportation providers, clinics, hospitals, doctors, dentists, nurses, and other Medicaid providers – as well as individuals, who, for their own financial benefit, interfere with the quality of healthcare, or exploit Medicaid beneficiaries.
Qualified applicants must possess good judgement and experience demonstrating the following:
• Exhibit proficient computer skills to utilize case management systems and other computer databases.
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Excel functions to manipulate large data sets by means of aggregating, grouping, sorting, and filtering.
• Experience analyzing large and complex data sets to identify trends/patterns.
Under supervision of the Chief Forensic Auditor, the Data Analyst will collect, compile, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex medical data sets or other available information. They will formulate analyses and prepare reports, in addition to testifying in court as needed. They will also be responsible for performing other duties as assigned. The Data Analyst will perform work at an advanced level by assisting with investigations of crimes related to the medical programs of the state. They will be responsible for the collection, compilation and analysis of information obtained from databases, source documents, medical and financial data, and other relevant sources. They will gather data from various databases and sources such as earnings information, medical billing data, various licensure statuses, participant eligibility in federal healthcare programs, business records, timecards, financial records, and social service information. They will be able to compile source data into a usable format for examination and/or investigation. They will analyze Medicaid billing data to identify trends and anomalies that may support or define allegations of fraud, as well as organize results and create memos or reports outlining findings and conclusions. They will present their findings to the Chief Forensic Auditor, assist in the interpretation and presentation of findings, and may be required to testify in court. The Data Analyst may also be required to prepare visualizations or presentations of their analysis utilizing excel, tableau, power BI, and other analytical software. The ideal applicant will be able to transform complex data and analyses into clear, concise actionable insights.
The Selected Applicant shall complete necessary training as required by federal, state, department and unit policies and must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written form with others
Minimum Qualifications
The applicant must have graduated from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of twelve semester hours or equivalent in accounting, business administration or finance, and eighteen months of full-time professional auditing or analytical experience. Consideration will be given to work experience in auditing or analytical work involving preparation of financial statements or analysis of financial data.
Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights: The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General is seeking a full-time attorney to handle civil rights matters, such as employment and housing discrimination claims, for the Office. The position will include legal representation of the WV Human Rights Commission in discrimination cases; however, other types of litigation in administrative forums, trial courts, and appellate courts is likely. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five (5) years of litigation experience with experience handling matters before the WV Human Rights Commission preferred but not required. The Office is also committed to the training and mentoring of attorneys who lack extensive litigation experience but who have the requisite work ethic, professionalism, integrity, and desire to learn. The position is based at the State Capitol complex in Charleston, West Virginia. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as written and oral advocacy skills, are required. Candidates must have an active West Virginia law license.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and preferred salary range to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Civil Rights Attorney" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General – Health and Human Services Division: The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks a full-time attorney to represent state agencies in our Health and Human Services Division in the Eastern Panhandle. Candidates will primarily be responsible for litigating matters in federal, state and administrative courts. Additional work may include researching and drafting briefs, writs, and motions before the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals and Intermediate Court of Appeals.. Additional work may be assigned to this attorney as needed. Strong written and oral advocacy skills are required to be successful in this position. The position is located in Martinsburg, WV; however, other locations in the state will be considered if it is feasible.
Candidates must have an active WV license or be eligible for admission.
Please send your resume and preferred salary range to
jobs@wvago.gov with "DHS-Martinsburg" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General / Arts & Education Division / Department of Homeland Security &The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General is seeking a full-time attorney to join its Arts & Education Division to represent the Department of Homeland Security. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five (5) years of litigation experience. This position is responsible for litigation in administrative forums, state circuit courts, federal district courts, and appellate work before the West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia. Responsibilities include both litigation representation and providing general counsel and advice to the Department and its sub-agencies. The position is based at the State Capitol in Charleston, West Virginia.
Strong written and oral advocacy skills are required. Experience representing government agencies is preferred but not required.
Candidates must have an active West Virginia law license.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and salary requirements to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Arts-Ed Division/Dept of Homeland Security" in the subject line.
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Assistant Solicitor General: The West Virginia Attorney General's Office is accepting applications from attorneys interested in serving as an Assistant Solicitor General. This unique opportunity offers attorneys a chance to work on matters of exceptional complexity and importance to the State.
The Solicitor General oversees and manages all appellate work in the Office of the Attorney General, as well as certain strategic litigation of special concern to the Attorney General. The SG group’s appellate-heavy docket thus includes both civil and criminal matters and spans all practice areas across the Office. The group also works on statewide and national cases involving federalism, constitutional matters of first impression, and other significant issues for the State.
SG group attorneys practice at all levels in state and federal courts, including before the U.S. Supreme Court. And as members of a small team, all SG group attorneys contribute at highly substantive levels and can expect significant appellate, administrative, and general litigation experience.
Assistant Solicitors General draft appellate briefs (including party and amicus briefs), dispositive motions, and administrative comments; write Attorney General Opinions; coordinate with other Attorney General offices on multistate efforts; manage day-to-day litigation matters; and research, analyze, and consult on other issues of importance to the Attorney General and other constitutional officers. Assistant Solicitors General can also expect oral argument opportunities, most often in West Virginia’s intermediate and supreme courts.
At least four years of professional experience and excellent writing skills are required. A clerkship or prior experience in appellate litigation is particularly beneficial.
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Assistant Solicitor General" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General / Arts & Education Division / Office of Miner’s Health, Safety, and Training: The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General is seeking a full-time attorney to join its Arts & Education Division to represent the Office of Miner’s Health, Safety, and Training (“OMHST”). Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five (5) years of litigation experience. This position is responsible for litigation primarily in administrative forums and state circuit courts, as well as appellate work before the West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia. Responsibilities include both litigation representation and providing general counsel and advice to OMHST. The position is based in Charleston, West Virginia.
Strong written and oral advocacy skills are required. Experience representing government agencies or with coal mining regulations is preferred but not required.
Candidates must have an active West Virginia law license.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and salary requirements to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Arts-Ed Division/OMHST" in the subject line.
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Consumer Protection Administrative Assistant Martinsburg, WV The Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division of the Office of the WV Attorney General seeks a highly organized, reliable person to provide administrative office support for the Martinsburg, WV Office, including receptionist duties and works closely with onsite legal team. The duties include ordering supplies, answering phones and greeting walk-ins, reviews files, verbal and written communications with consumers and businesses at the direction of the legal team, processing mail, and other office functions as needed. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, organization and ability to work in a team. Proficiency using Microsoft Office Products, a document management system and database is required.
Please send your cover letter, resume, and preferred salary range to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Consumer Protection Administrative Assistant" in the subject line.
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Consumer Protection Paralegal The Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division of the Office of the WV Attorney General seeks a paralegal to assist with the resolution and investigation of consumer complaints and businesses. Experience with litigation is preferred. The paralegal will perform legal research and drafting; analysis of case fact situations for legal issues, assist attorneys with identification and development of legal strategy. The position encompasses daily use of the office database, Lawbase, to assist with tracking attorneys’ workloads. The paralegal has to organize and save legal documents in the document management system and utilize Microsoft Access and Excel to create databases for major cases. The paralegal will perform document review for inhouse and multistate enforcements; assist attorneys by working with consumers and other state agencies in preparation for legal filings, including exhibits and affidavits, and assist at hearings, mediations, and trial from coordinating witnesses and documents to providing testimony of my review of documents. The paralegal is responsible for obtaining abstracts of judgment and assessing collection options for judgment when needed. Along with other staff, the paralegal provides phone coverage for the receptionists as needed.
Please send your cover letter, resume, and preferred salary range to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Consumer Protection Paralegal" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General / Arts & Education Division: The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General is seeking a full-time attorney to join its Arts & Education Division to represent various state agencies as required. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five (5) years of litigation experience. This position is responsible for litigation primarily in administrative forums and state circuit courts, as well as appellate work before the West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia. Responsibilities include both litigation representation and providing general counsel and advice to multiple client agencies as assigned.
Strong written and oral advocacy skills are required. The candidate must be comfortable practicing independently with limited clerical support. Knowledge or experience representing government agencies is preferred but not required.
Candidates must have an active West Virginia law license.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and salary requirements to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Arts-Ed Division" in the subject line.
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Senior Assistant Attorney General - Consumer
ProtectionThe West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks a senior management attorney for its Consumer Protection & Antitrust Division. This Division protects West Virginia consumers through enforcement of the WVCCPA, the WV Antitrust Act, and other related laws. Attorneys work with consumers and companies to resolve complaints, conduct investigations of business practices, and file civil suits on behalf of the State for violations of consumer protection or antitrust laws. The office performs a wide range of work, including issues with local and national impact. Attorneys manage their own caseload but will also work collaboratively within the office and on multistate investigations or litigations. The Division has offices in Charleston and Martinsburg.
Requirements for this position include strong written and oral communication skills, electronic discovery knowledge and negotiation experience. Consumer protection and/or antitrust background is a plus, but the office is also interested in candidates with general litigation or prosecutorial background or with other experience that may be relevant to the Consumer and Antitrust areas, including business, technology, healthcare, construction, privacy, and non-profit work. Candidates should have a commitment to public service.
Candidates must have an active WV license or be eligible for admission and at least eight (8) years of senior management experience, specifically managing attorneys and staff as well as some day-to-day operations in the office. Successful candidates will have experience handling high-profile, complex, and multi-state litigation. Candidates must have an active WV law license or be eligible for admission. The Senior Attorney’s responsibilities will include some supervisory administrative functions, such as the use of time management software to maintain proper records of employee attendance and leave.
Please send your resume, a writing sample, and preferred salary range to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Senior Attorney-Consumer" in the subject line.
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Bankruptcy
Attorney:The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks an attorney to join the Tax & Revenue, Legislative Claims Commission and Transportation Division. Ideal candidates will have at least three (4) years’ experience in bankruptcy law, preferably on the creditor side.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Provide expert legal counsel and representation to state agency clients seeking to collect judgments, tax liabilities, and other claims from entities that have entered bankruptcy.
- Assist state agency clients in understanding their rights and obligations in bankruptcy proceedings.
- Prepare and file necessary legal documents to preserve priority of state agency claims and liens.
- Represent state agency clients in bankruptcy hearings, negotiations, and court proceedings.
- Communicate effectively with state agency clients, debtors’ counsels, trustees, and other parties involved in bankruptcy cases.
- Stay abreast of changes and developments in bankruptcy law and procedure.
In addition to experience with bankruptcy proceedings, candidates will have litigation experience, demonstrate excellent academic and professional credentials; possess superior oral and written communication skills; have outstanding legal research, analytical, and legal reasoning skills; and the ability to function with minimal guidance in a demanding legal environment.
Candidates must have an active WV law license or be eligible for admission.
Please send your resume, a writing sample and preferred salary range to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Bankruptcy Attorney" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General - Consumer Protection: The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks one or more attorneys for its Consumer Protection & Antitrust Division. This Division protects West Virginia consumers through enforcement of the WVCCPA, the WV Antitrust Act, and other related laws. Attorneys work with consumers and companies to resolve complaints, conduct investigations of business practices, and file civil suits on behalf of the State for violations of consumer protection or antitrust laws. The office performs a wide range of work, including issues with local and national impact. Attorneys manage their own caseload, but will also work collaboratively within the office and on multistate investigations or litigations. The Division has offices in Charleston and Martinsburg.
Requirements for this position include strong written and oral communication skills, electronic discovery knowledge and negotiation experience. Consumer protection and/or antitrust background is a plus, but the office is also interested in candidates with general litigation or prosecutorial background or with other experience that may be relevant to the Consumer and Antitrust areas, including business, technology, healthcare, construction, privacy, and non-profit work. Candidates should have a commitment to public service. The Division is looking for candidates to learn and to lead, from newer admittees to senior management levels.
Candidates must have an active WV license or be eligible for admission.
Please send your resume, a writing sample, office location and preferred salary range to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Consumer Attorney" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General: The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks an attorney to join the Tax, Revenue, Claims Commission, and Transportation Division. Ideal candidates will have been practicing law for 8 to 10 years. Experience with tax law is preferred as well as litigation experience, excellent academic and professional credentials; superior oral and written communication skills; outstanding legal research, analytical, and legal reasoning skills; and, the ability to function with minimal guidance in a demanding legal environment.
Candidates must also have an active WV law license or be eligible for admission.
Please send your resume, a writing sample, and preferred salary range to
jobs@wvago.gov with "Revenue Attorney" in the subject line.
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