Governor's Executive Legal Counsel

State of West Virginia; Charleston (WV); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 125.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The State of West Virginia seeks a Deputy General Counsel for the Office of the Governor. The attorney will provide executive-level legal counsel, strategic advice, and policy support to the Governor, staff, and agency leadership.

Candidates should demonstrate strong administrative and constitutional law expertise and a dedication to public service. The role involves advising on legislation, drafting executive instruments, ensuring compliance with laws, handling FOIA, and negotiating high-level

Formación

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the West Virginia State Bar (or eligible for admission).
• 3–5 years of complex legal practice, with emphasis on administrative law, government operations, constitutional law, or legislative affairs.

Responsabilidades

• Provide clear, timely legal advice to the Governor and executive staff on constitutional provisions, statutes, regulations, and orders.
• Counsel cabinet Secretaries and agencies to align actions with policy priorities and legal mandates.
• Review and draft proposed legislation; advise on constitutionality and policy impacts of bills.
• Draft, review, and finalize Executive Orders, proclamations, and official legal instruments.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws, including open meeting requirements, procurement rules, and FOIA responses.
• Manage processing of Freedom of Information Act requests.
• Draft, review, and negotiate high-level state contracts, MOUs, and interstate compacts.

Conocimientos

Legal research

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Educación

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Descripción del empleo

The State of West Virginia seeks a Deputy General Counsel for the Office of the Governor. The attorney will provide executive-level legal counsel, strategic advice, and policy support to the Governor, staff, and agency leadership.

Candidates should demonstrate strong administrative and constitutional law expertise and a dedication to public service. The role involves advising on legislation, drafting executive instruments, ensuring compliance with laws, handling FOIA, and negotiating high-level