State Government Counsel — Regulatory & Legislative Affairs

West Virginia; Charleston (WV); Vor Ort; USD 100.000 - 115.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The West Virginia Office of the Governor seeks an experienced Assistant General Counsel to provide essential legal analysis, research, and day-to-day regulatory support to the Governor’s executive staff and state agencies. The role reports to the General Counsel and emphasizes strong drafting and administrative law fundamentals.

Responsibilities include researching constitutional provisions, drafting legislation, reviewing FOIA requests, contracts and MOUs, and advising on open meetings, ethics,

Qualifikationen

• J.D. degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the West Virginia State Bar (or eligible for immediate admission).
• 1–3 years of legal practice; preference for exposure to administrative law, government operations, or legislative affairs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in legal research tools; ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Aufgaben

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and prepare memoranda on state and federal constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative regulations, and executive orders.
• Assist in reviewing, analyzing, and drafting proposed legislation and tracking bills through the legislative process.
• Review and process FOIA requests, ensuring strict compliance with state transparency laws.
• Draft, review, and evaluate state contracts, MOUs, and other legal instruments for accuracy and compliance with state procurement guidelines.
• Assist in reviewing executive orders, proclamations, and official correspondence issued by the Governor.
• Provide day-to-day legal support regarding open meeting requirements, ethics guidelines, and administrative procedures.

Kenntnisse

Legal research

Written communication

Verbal communication

Project management

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Jobbeschreibung

The West Virginia Office of the Governor seeks an experienced Assistant General Counsel to provide essential legal analysis, research, and day-to-day regulatory support to the Governor’s executive staff and state agencies. The role reports to the General Counsel and emphasizes strong drafting and administrative law fundamentals.

Responsibilities include researching constitutional provisions, drafting legislation, reviewing FOIA requests, contracts and MOUs, and advising on open meetings, ethics,