Research Analyst – Evaluation and Research Division

Position Open for Application:

The Performance Evaluation & Research Division of the West Virginia Legislative Auditor’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Research Analyst with a salary of $49,280. A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a four‑year accredited college or university is required, with preference given to degrees obtained in the fields of Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public Policy, or Political Science.

Degrees in other fields of study will be considered along with other related education and experience.

The Performance Evaluation and Research Division (PERD), a division of the Office of the Legislative Auditor, is a nonpartisan professional office that conducts performance audits under the Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) issued by the U.S. Government Accountability Office. Its mission is to provide research reports and performance audits to the Legislative Auditor that are accurate, unbiased, clear, concise, convincing, comprehensive, useful, and timely.

Pursuant to West Virginia Code §4‑10‑1 et seq., performance audits are intended to enhance accountability of state government, provide an account of an agency’s performance, determine the need for an agency’s continued existence, and to facilitate legislative and executive actions to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of state government. PERD also conducts research on special topics as requested by the Legislature or mandated by separate legislation.

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Under the supervision of a Research Manager, the Research Analyst is responsible for performing the tasks associated with conducting a performance audit including:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with preference given to degrees in the fields of Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public Policy, or Political Science. Other degrees will be considered along with master’s degrees in a preferred field of study or other research-intensive field of study.

Applicants should possess skills related to auditing including but not limited to:

• Using appropriate methods of approach and source materials in conducting performance audits;
• Objectively analyze audit documentation to develop findings and recommendations;
• The ability to conduct interviews, site visits, and document reviews, and analyze their results;
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills;
• The ability to work independently and in a team environment;
• The ability to work objectively and impartially with members of all political parties and independents; and
• The ability to express conclusions clearly and logically in oral and written form; and

Starting Salary $49,280

Minimal overnight travel

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Other types of insurance

Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts

Retirement benefits or accounts

Paid time off (annual leave, sick leave, family sick leave)

Twelve paid holidays

Interested and qualified candidates may apply by emailing a copy of your resume and cover letter to perd.
Final date to receive applications is March 30, 2026.