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Deputy Director-WV Prosecuting Attorneys Institute-Kanawha Co.
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Kanawha County, WV
Job Type
Full-Time Permanent
Job Number
DDIR-WVPAI
Department
Opening Date
06/29/2026
Closing Date
7/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
LOCATION OF VACANCY
KANAWHA
Nature of Work
If you are interested in this position, you must apply directly to the hiring agency.*
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates must submit a cover letter detailing their trial and legal experience, a comprehensive resume, and three professional references to:
Jim E. Samples, Executive Director
West Virginia Prosecuting Attorneys Institute
1124 Smith Street, Suite 4500
Charleston, WV 25302
OR Email: jim.e.samples@wv.gov
Subject Line: Deputy Director Application - [Your Last Name]
Deputy Director
West Virginia Prosecuting Attorneys Institute
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 Institutes statutory mission to elevate the legal profession, enhance the administration of justice, and provide robust support to the states 55 county prosecuting attorneys and their staffs.
The ideal candidate possesses criminal prosecution experience, exceptional leadership skills, a passion for legal education, and a strong commitment to public service.
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, assistance 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.
Other Information
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.
This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system. Therefore, interested persons must apply directly to the hiring agency as directed above.
Job not in the classified service. See the hiring agency for a description of benefits.
Employer West Virginia
Address 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East
Building 3 Suite 500
Charleston, West Virginia, 25305
Phone (304) 558-3950
Website http://personnel.wv.gov