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The West Virginia State Bar lists this Deputy Director WV Prosecuting Attorneys Institute opportunity in charleston, West Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Deputy Director
Agency: West Virginia Prosecuting Attorneys Institute (WVPAI)
Location: Charleston, West Virginia
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt
Salary: Commensurate with experience; competitive state benefits package included.
Position Overview
The West Virginia Prosecuting Attorneys Institute is seeking a qualified, dedicated, and experienced attorney to serve as Deputy Director. Working closely with the Executive Director, the Deputy Director plays a critical role in fulfilling the lnstitute’s statutory mission to elevate the legal profession, enhance the administration of justice, and provide robust support to the state’s 55 county prosecuting attorneys and their staffs.
Core Responsibilities
Executive Leadership: Assist the Executive Director in the daily administration, strategic planning, and overall management of the Institute.
Continuing Legal Education (CLE): Develop, coordinate, and deliver high-quality training programs, seminars, and educational materials for prosecutors, assistant prosecutors, support staff, state and local law enforcement, forensic child interviewers, victim advocates, and others involved in the criminal justice system statewide.
Technical & Legal Assistance: Provide expert case consultation and trial support to county prosecutors.
Legislative Tracking: Monitor, analyze, and report on pending legislation affecting criminal justice, public safety, and prosecutorial duties in West Virginia.
Agency Representation: Serve as a liaison to county prosecuting attorney’s offices, state and local law enforcement agencies, the judiciary, the West Virginia Department of Human Services, and other state departments.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.): Graduation from an accredited law school.
Licensure: Active member in good standing with the West Virginia State Bar.
Experience: Intensive criminal trial experience or other relevant experience, preferably as a prosecuting attorney or assistant prosecuting attorney in West Virginia.
Benefits
Comprehensive state health, dental, and vision insurance.
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) enrollment.
Paid annual leave, sick leave, and state holidays.
The West Virginia Prosecuting Attorneys Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Worksite address
charleston, WV, 25329, US
Who can apply
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