Investigator
West Virginia Southern Federal Public Defender —Charleston, WV
- $74,678 - $163,514 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
13d
Campus Police Investigator I
Shepherd University —Shepherdstown, WV
- From $25.64 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Driver's License
- University
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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13d
Investigator 2 - (Forensic Investigations Unit)
West Virginia Department of Health —Kanawha County, WV
- $41,194 - $71,789 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- No background check
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
7d
Auditor/Investigator II
Qlarant —West Virginia
- $57,512 - $85,839 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
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Investigator 2
State of West Virginia —Kanawha County, WV
- $41,194 - $71,789 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
10d
Senior Investigator, Special Investigations Unit (Aetna SIU)
CVS Health —West Virginia
- $46,988 - $112,200 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Investigator, Special Investigations Unit (Aetna SIU)
CVS Health —Charleston, WV
- $43,888 - $93,574 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
COURT SECURITY OFFICER - ENTRY LEVEL
Berkeley County Commision —Martinsburg, WV
- $40,968 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
14d
Court Security Officer, Charleston, WV
Walden Security —Charleston, WV
- $34.35 an hour
- Clean driving record
- Military
- Pass drug screening
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DEPUTY SHERIFF
Berkeley County Commision —Martinsburg, WV
- $57,466 - $67,668 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
7d
Police Officer -- Security -- Memorial-Parking Garage
CAMC Health System —Charleston, WV
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Campus Safety Officer - University Police Department
West Virginia University —Morgantown, WV
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Basic math
- English
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Natural Resources Police Officer
State of West Virginia —West Virginia
- From $52,274.62 a year
- Full-time
- Military
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
13d
Campus Police Officer
Marshall University —Huntington, WV
- $41,800 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Military
- High school diploma or GED
Police Officer -- Security -- Memorial-Parking Garage
Mon Health —Charleston, WV
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Investigator
Ethos Risk Services —Morgantown, WV
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Driver's License
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Quick Apply
Senior Financial Investigator
Contact Government Services, LLC —Clarksburg, WV
- $65,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Field Claims Investigator
Phoenix Loss Control —Harrisville, WV
- $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Military
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
Quick Apply
Campus Police Officer
Concord University —Athens, WV
- Online Application
- Background check
- Military
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
9d
Contract Investigative Technician
ADC LTD NM —West Virginia
- Contract
- Mid-level
Quick Apply

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Investigator

West Virginia Southern Federal Public Defender
Charleston, WV

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time
$74,678 - $163,514 a year
13 days ago

Qualifications

Computer operation
Criminal defense law
Windows
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Desktop applications
Document viewing software
Adobe Acrobat

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Job Details for Investigator

Court Name/Organization

West Virginia Southern Federal Public Defender

Overview of the Position

The Federal Public Defender for the Southern District of West Virginia, at Charleston, is accepting applications for the position of Investigator. The Federal Public Defender operates under authority of the Criminal Justice Act, U.S.C. § 3006A, to provide defense services to indigent persons in federal criminal cases and related matters in the federal courts.

Location

Charleston, WV

Opening and Closing Dates

07/20/2026 - 08/07/2026

Appointment Type

Permanent

Classification Level/Grade

11-14

Salary

$74,678 - $163,514

Announcement Number

2026-01

Position Description

Provide investigative and litigation support for cases pending in federal court. Investigate the facts of a case and a client’s life. Locate and interview victims, witnesses, and law enforcement personnel. Prepare detailed and accurate memoranda of interviews, and photograph and/or sketch relevant locations such as crime scenes. Review, organize, summarize, and analyze documentation and other various forms of discovery, including electronic formats. Locate public and private records such as criminal records, medical records, records of court proceedings and social media. Assist attorneys at hearings or trials by testifying, evaluating testimony, coordinating witnesses and documents, and assisting with digital presentations. Serve subpoenas and notify defense witnesses of court appearances. Conduct investigations into the client’s background for medical, psychological, criminal, and other records.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is someone who will serve as a critical part of our defense team, demonstrating initiative, creativity, self-motivation, tact, good judgment, and discretion. They can communicate effectively orally and in writing. They can establish and maintain good working relationships with a wide range of agencies, and people from diverse backgrounds and circumstances. They effectively coordinate, plan and carry-out investigation strategies. They also assist attorneys with exhibits, witnesses, and other tasks. They must be familiar with legal processes, have strong computer skills and social media literacy, familiarity with Windows operating systems and be proficient with Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Acrobat

General Experience

The successful applicant must have a demonstrated capacity or aptitude for excellence in supporting attorneys working in the federal criminal justice system and a commitment to the representation of indigent accused persons. To qualify a person must have the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job, be a high school graduate, have a minimum of three years overall experience and three years of specialized experience. A bachelor’s and/or advanced degree in criminal justice, social science, or a related field can be counted toward the six-year experience requirement. Have a valid driver’s license, meet the requirements of a government security clearance, be able to travel frequently, and to work outside of normal business hours when required, including occasionally on the weekends.

Employee Benefits

This is a full-time, permanent position, and federal salary and benefits apply. This position is subject to mandatory electronic transfer (direct deposit) of net pay. Salary is based on the Judicial Salary Plan and is commensurate with experience and qualifications (Grade 11-14; $74,678 to $163,514).

Miscellaneous

Conditions of Employment: The selected candidate will be subject to a background check or investigation, including an F.B.I. name and fingerprint check and an I.R.S. tax check, and subsequent favorable suitability determination for employment. Employees of the Federal Public Defender Office are in the excepted service, are considered “at-will” employees, and are not covered by the Civil Service Reform Act. This position will be filled subject to the availability of funds.

Application Info

Qualified persons may apply by submitting a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references and an optional (but helpful) writing sample to: Federal Public Defender, Attention: David Boyles, U.S. Courthouse, Room 3400, 300 Virginia Street, East, Charleston, WV 25301. Electronic submissions are preferred and should be sent to [email protected] .

Posting Date: July 20, 2026; Applications must be received by Aug. 7, 2026. The position will be filled upon authorization from the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, Defender Services Office and is subject to the availability of funds. All responses will remain confidential. The Federal Public Defender Office is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact Administrative Officer David Boyles at 304-347-3350.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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