Deputy Director WV Prosecuting Attorneys Institute

WV Bar; Charleston (WV); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The West Virginia Prosecuting Attorneys Institute is seeking a qualified Deputy Director to work closely with the Executive Director in fulfilling the Institute’s statutory mission to elevate the legal profession and enhance the administration of justice across West Virginia.

The Deputy Director will provide executive leadership, oversee CLE programs, offer expert trial support, track legislation, and serve as a liaison to county prosecutors and state agencies statewide.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active licensure in good standing with the West Virginia State Bar.
• Significant criminal trial experience, preferably as a prosecuting attorney in WV.

Responsabilités

• Executive Leadership: Assist the Executive Director in 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, and related personnel 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 and prosecutorial duties in West Virginia.
• Agency Representation: Serve as a liaison to county prosecuting attorney’s offices, law enforcement, judiciary, and state departments.

Connaissances

Criminal trial experience

Prosecutorial experience

Formation

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bar licensure in WV

Description du poste

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.