State of West Virginia
Attorney 2-Revenue-Tax-Kanawha Co.
State of West Virginia, Charleston, West Virginia, us, 25329
Attorney 2 – West Virginia State Tax Division
Position Type : Full-time, mid-level.
Location: Kanawha County, Charleston, WV.
Job Summary The West Virginia State Tax Division seeks a full-performance level attorney (“Attorney 2”) to provide legal advice and representation for the agency. The attorney will represent the division and the Tax Commissioner before the West Virginia Office of Tax Appeals on taxpayer petitions for refund and reassessment and may also represent the agency on property tax valuations.
Responsibilities
Provide legal research and writing of briefs, rulings, and advisory letters in response to requests from taxpayers, government entities, and other stakeholders.
Represent the division in administrative hearings, including preparation and presentation of evidence before the West Virginia Office of Tax Appeals and other administrative tribunals.
Assist in drafting legislation, rules, and policy to implement changes in tax code, and review, analyze, and comment on proposed legislation and regulations.
Handle correspondence and written responses to other government agencies, law firms, accounting firms, and non‑state entities on tax‑related issues.
Work with senior attorneys on complex litigation and advanced tax matters once proficiency is achieved.
Perform related duties as required, which may include intermittent travel; a valid driver’s license is required.
Qualifications
Admission to the West Virginia State Bar.
Two years of full‑time or equivalent part‑time paid employment in the practice of law.
One year of full‑time or equivalent part‑time paid employment as an attorney with a state agency may be considered equivalent to the two‑year requirement.
Detailed work history necessary for evaluation.
Application Process
No application deadline. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Submit a résumé, transcript, and writing sample via email to
TaxCareers@wv.gov
or by mail to:
Tax Commissioner WV State Tax Division P.O. Box 11771 Charleston, WV 25339 Please include posting number
TLEG260002
and job title Attorney 2 on your application.
Additional Information
Employment requires a fingerprint‑based criminal background check at the state’s expense, which must be initiated and complied with promptly.
Applicants may be subject to a tax compliance check.
Drivers with a valid driver’s license are required due to intermittent travel.
Equal Opportunity Statement The West Virginia State Tax Division is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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Location: Kanawha County, Charleston, WV.
Job Summary The West Virginia State Tax Division seeks a full-performance level attorney (“Attorney 2”) to provide legal advice and representation for the agency. The attorney will represent the division and the Tax Commissioner before the West Virginia Office of Tax Appeals on taxpayer petitions for refund and reassessment and may also represent the agency on property tax valuations.
Responsibilities
Provide legal research and writing of briefs, rulings, and advisory letters in response to requests from taxpayers, government entities, and other stakeholders.
Represent the division in administrative hearings, including preparation and presentation of evidence before the West Virginia Office of Tax Appeals and other administrative tribunals.
Assist in drafting legislation, rules, and policy to implement changes in tax code, and review, analyze, and comment on proposed legislation and regulations.
Handle correspondence and written responses to other government agencies, law firms, accounting firms, and non‑state entities on tax‑related issues.
Work with senior attorneys on complex litigation and advanced tax matters once proficiency is achieved.
Perform related duties as required, which may include intermittent travel; a valid driver’s license is required.
Qualifications
Admission to the West Virginia State Bar.
Two years of full‑time or equivalent part‑time paid employment in the practice of law.
One year of full‑time or equivalent part‑time paid employment as an attorney with a state agency may be considered equivalent to the two‑year requirement.
Detailed work history necessary for evaluation.
Application Process
No application deadline. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Submit a résumé, transcript, and writing sample via email to
TaxCareers@wv.gov
or by mail to:
Tax Commissioner WV State Tax Division P.O. Box 11771 Charleston, WV 25339 Please include posting number
TLEG260002
and job title Attorney 2 on your application.
Additional Information
Employment requires a fingerprint‑based criminal background check at the state’s expense, which must be initiated and complied with promptly.
Applicants may be subject to a tax compliance check.
Drivers with a valid driver’s license are required due to intermittent travel.
Equal Opportunity Statement The West Virginia State Tax Division is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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