​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​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.

Assistant Attorney General-Dept. of Health/Human Services/Health FacilitiesThe West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks a Fraud Analyst for the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (“MFCU”). The 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 quality healthcare or exploit Medicaid beneficiaries.

Qualified applicants must possess good judgment and the following mandatory qualifications:

• Knowledge of fundamental principles, concepts, and methods of auditing, accounting, and fiscal control;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks;
• Demonstrated experience inspecting and evaluating financial records;
• Ability to conduct complex audits;
• Ability to reason logically, analyze situations accurately, and recommend an effective course of action;
• Ability to work cooperatively with attorneys, agents, support staff, technical staff, consultants, and the general public
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills;
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and auditing principles;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• One to two years of relevant, progressive work experience (typically in Auditing, Investigations or Data Analysis); and
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or other relevant field. One year of relevant experience (typically in Auditing, Investigations or Data Analysis) may be substituted for each year of required education. For example: If a position requires a Bachelor's degree and an applicant has no college credits, the applicant may substitute four years of relevant, progressive work experience for the Bachelor's degree requirement.

Preferred qualifications include:

• A Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field;
• Experience working with Medicaid or Medicare claims systems and data;
• Knowledge of medical coding and billing procedures;
• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Fraud Examiner;
• Experience conducting white-collar crime financial analysis, data analytics, or auditing;
• Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to financial crimes, health care fraud, or financial exploitation;
• Knowledge of methods, techniques, and audit practices related to investigations of financial crimes, health care fraud, or financial exploitation;
• Knowledge of health care privacy, security, and other related regulations; and
• Skill in selecting, implementing, and modifying audit plans from preparatory procedures through final reports.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Independently conducting audits and examinations related to healthcare fraud and/or the financial exploitation of vulnerable adults in Medicaid-funded facilities;
• Applying statistical sampling techniques; querying, examining and analyzing Medicaid claims data; and identifying Medicaid overpayments;
• Conducting forensic analysis of Medicaid claims data, medical records, and financial information provided by the Medicaid program, program providers, and other relevant entities;
• Analyzing complex financial records, healthcare billing data, and other relevant information to identify patterns of fraud and relevant evidence for use in criminal and civil investigations of alleged healthcare fraud and/or financial exploitation of vulnerable adults;
• Composing analysis summaries, reports of findings, and other case documentation;
• Utilizing audit findings to identify violations of program regulations and applicable laws;
• Preparing court and grand jury exhibits for use by MFCU attorneys and other prosecutors, and testifying as an expert witness in state and federal prosecutions;
• Participating in training programs, conferences and seminars to enhance proficiency and knowledge;
• Complying with the goals, policies, procedures, and strategic plans adopted and implemented by the Attorney General and/or the MFCU Director; and Performing other tasks as requested.

Please send your resume, a writing sample, and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Fraud Analyst" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General-Dept. of Health/Human Services/Health FacilitiesThe West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks a full-time attorney to represent the West Virginia Department of Health, Human Services and Health Facilities in litigation and appeals before state and federal courts and administrative agencies. This position will:

• Advise the client on litigation strategies
• Assist with policy development and implementation
• Engage with other state and federal agencies on the client’s behalf
• Advise the client on day-to-day operations
• Analyze cases for appeal
• File and respond to appeals
• Develop and implement targeted training for the client’s managers and employees, on issues related to conducting investigations, drafting reports, and preparing cases for litigation

Strong written and oral advocacy abilities are required. The candidate must be comfortable practicing independently with limited clerical support. The position is in Charleston, WV; however, other locations in the state will be considered if it is feasible.

Candidates must also have an active WV license or be eligible for admission.

Please send your resume, a writing sample, and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Dept. of Health/Human Services" in the subject line.
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InvestigatorThe West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks an Investigator to join our office. Ideal candidates will have an extensive law enforcement/investigative background, experience in research, interviewing, and surveillance, and be computer literate in Microsoft Office and internet searches. Successful candidates must be able to develop and conduct complex investigations on a variety of subject matters, research and analyze information to formulate reports, conduct interviews and field inquiries, testify in hearings and at trial, and collaborate with various government, non-government, and law enforcement agencies. Qualifications: Candidates for this position should possess a college degree but professional investigative experience more than 10 years will also be considered.

Please send your resume, a writing sample, and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Investigator" 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-Consumery" 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 / Division of Personnel and Miscellaneous Agencies: The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General is seeking a full-time attorney to join its Arts and Education Division to represent the West Virginia Division of Personnel and other miscellaneous state agencies as required. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five (5) years of litigation experience. Candidates will primarily be responsible for litigating matters in administrative forums and state circuit courts, with appellate work before the West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Appeals. Responsibilities will include litigation representation and general counsel and advice.

Strong written and oral advocacy skills are required. The candidate must be comfortable practicing independently with limited clerical support. Knowledge or experience in state personnel law 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 of Personnel" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General - Division of Natural Resources: The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General is seeking a full-time attorney to represent the Division of Natural Resources as part of the Office’s Arts and Education Division. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five (5) years of litigation experience and excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates must have an active WV law license and successfully pass a background check.

Please send your resume and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Assistant Attorney General - DNR" in the subject line.
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MFCU Deputy Director: The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks a Deputy Director for the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (“MFCU”). The 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 quality healthcare or exploit Medicaid beneficiaries.

Applicants must be licensed to practice law, possess good judgement, and have a minimum of three (3) years of management experience, with at least five (5) years of management experience preferred. Candidates with prior experience handling healthcare fraud and/or healthcare regulatory matters may substitute such specialized experience for management experience on a year-for-year basis. Ideal applicants will have substantial grand jury and trial experience that preferably includes the investigation, prosecution or defense of financial crimes, as well as experience in state and federal courts in West Virginia.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Assisting the MFCU Director in overseeing and managing the MFCU’s operations;
• Applying generally accepted investigative techniques to advance the MFCU’s investigations toward completion, including but not limited to the use of administrative subpoenas, interviews, grand jury subpoenas, surveillance, cell phone record preservation requests, consensual telephone and non-telephone monitoring, wiretaps, pen registers, mail covers, undercover operations, confidential informants and witnesses, document examination, review of financial records, claims data analysis, search warrants, arrest warrants, and indictments;
• Providing legal guidance, direction and assistance to MFCU staff to ensure consistent forward momentum in the MFCU’s investigations;
• Employing broad management skills in administration, budgeting, personnel, and technical matters, including planning, organization, defining and sequencing investigative tasks, and human resource development;
• Assisting the MFCU Director in establishing objectives and performance goals, and assessing investigative output and case progress;
• Utilizing feedback systems, performance measures and benchmarks to assure adequate performance and successful goal achievement;
• Planning, directing, overseeing, coordinating and conducting investigations related to alleged Medicaid fraud by health care providers, as well as patient abuse, neglect and financial exploitation allegations;
• Supervising subordinate staff, providing technical direction and guidance when problems of high complexity and sensitivity arise during investigations, and implementing generally accepted project management techniques as needed;
• Meeting with other West Virginia and federal law enforcement agencies involved in the investigation, litigation and prosecution of matters falling within the MFCU’s jurisdiction;
• Establishing and maintaining liaison with other MFCU partners, such as Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) and private sector health insurance companies;
• Assisting the MFCU Director in maintaining and reviewing the Unit’s statistical data, and in preparing annual reports and recertification applications for submission to the Inspector General for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS);
• Planning, attending and participating in training programs designed to increase, advance, and update advocacy skills, legal knowledge, project management skills, personnel management performance, knowledge of emerging issues in digital evidence, and the investigation and prosecution of health care fraud, abuse and neglect cases;
• Reviewing and assessing investigative output and case progress; and
• Instructing subordinate staff on office policies, procedures, work processes and methods as needed to maximize the MFCU’s effectiveness, and recommending modifications to the same, in accordance with the Attorney General’s directives and instructions;

Candidates must have an active WV law license or be eligible for admission.

Please send your resume and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "MFCU Deputy Director" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General-DHHRThe Office of the West Virginia Attorney General is seeking an attorney to represent the DHHR in juvenile abuse and neglect matters before the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals. Attorneys in this division manage a fast-moving appeals docket—researching and drafting merits briefs, writs, and motions in the WVSCA. Attorneys also have the opportunity to present oral argument before the Court. Attorneys in this division have significant responsibility over their individual dockets. Successful applicants will be strong researchers, clear and organized writers, and be detail-oriented (able to manage litigation deadlines and complex case records). This division is also highly collaborative; with attorneys editing each other’s work and assisting with case strategy and argument preparation. The position is located in Charleston, WV; however, other locations in the state will be considered if it is feasible. Prior abuse and neglect and/or appellate litigation practice is preferred. Candidates must have an active WV license or be eligible for admission.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, list of references, and writing sample to jobs@wvago.gov with preferred office location and "DHHR Abuse and Neglect Attorney" in the subject line.
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Investigator – Medicaid Fraud Control Unit The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks a full-time investigator to join the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU). This investigator will conduct investigations into healthcare fraud within the Medicaid Program as well criminal abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults. Applicant must have prior investigation experience, which includes independently managing cases from start to finish, conducting interviews, collecting, evaluating, and analyzing computerized data and other evidence and drafting reports of investigative findings. Preferred candidates will have prior investigative experience in areas such as law enforcement, insurance, healthcare fraud, and financial fraud.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Investigator-MFCU" in the subject line.
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Attorneys – Solicitor General DivisionThe West Virginia Attorney General's Office is accepting applications for attorneys in the Solicitor General group.

The SG group’s appellate-heavy docket includes civil and criminal matters and spans all practice areas across the Office. The group also works on statewide and national cases involving federalism, 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.

Responsibilities include drafting appellate party and amicus briefs, dispositive motions, and administrative comments; drafting Attorney General Opinions; and researching and providing strategic advice on high-profile matters to the Attorney General and other constitutional officers. More senior positions include editing responsibility and helping to develop and drive litigation strategy. Attorneys can also expect oral argument opportunities in West Virginia’s intermediate and supreme courts.

Excellent writing skills required; a clerkship or prior experience in appellate or administrative litigation is particularly beneficial. Must be eligible for admission to the West Virginia bar or have an active state bar license.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@wvago.gov with "Solicitor General Group" in the subject line.
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Junior Litigation Attorney: The Attorney General is currently seeking a Junior Litigation Attorney. Ideal candidates will have highly accomplished academic and employment credentials with a minimum of three (3) years of litigation experience. Candidates should possess superior written and oral communication skills. Successful candidates will be aggressive and focused with the ability to produce a high-quality legal product while demonstrating an interest in working on myriad projects and leading-edge issues.

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 "Junior Litigator" 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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