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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How do I schedule an event at the Capitol?​
  2. Where can I find upcoming events at the State Capitol?
  3. Where can I find information on the current PEIA plan year coverage?
  4. Where can I find the Department of Administration’s organizational chart?
  5. Where can I find the Department’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) policy?
  6. Where can I find information regarding employee news for the Department of Administration?
  7. How can I get an Ethics opinion on a matter?
  8. Which entrance to the State Capitol do I use to get into the Capitol on weekends to visit?
  9. Who takes care of the lost and found on the State Capitol Complex?
  10. May I request a flag to be flown over the Capitol?
  11. How can I search for state government job opportunities?
  12. How can I find statewide Division of Personnel policies?
  13. How can the public acquire state surplus property?
  14. Where can I view bid opportunities for the state?
  15. Where can I find information on parking at the Capitol?
  16. When are the visiting hours for the Capitol?
  17. Where can I find telephone numbers for all state employees?
  18. Where can I find information on key contact persons within agencies and divisions in state government?
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1. How do I schedule an event at the Capitol?
If you wish to use the Capitol or its grounds for any event, the General Services Division handles such requests. Please contact the General Services Division’s Service Desk by calling 304.558.2317 or email GSDServiceDesk@wv.gov.
 
2. Where can I find upcoming events at the State Capitol?
A list of upcoming scheduled events is posted on the General Services Division’s website at www.generalservices.wv.gov/events. 
   
3. Where can I find information on the current PEIA plan year coverage?
The PEIA Shopper’s Guide has information related to the various programs and coverage for members. This Guide is located at www.peia.wv.gov/forms-downloads/pages/shopper's-guides.aspx. 
 
4. Where can I find the Department of Administration’s organizational chart?
The most current version of the organizational chart for the Department of Administration may be found on its website under the Employee Information section located at  www.administration.wv.gov/department-of-administration-employee-information. 
 
5. Where can I find the Department’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) policy?
The Department’s FOIA policy may be accessed online at https://administration.wv.gov/Documents/Freedom%20of%20Information%20Act%20Policy.pdf​
6. Where can I find information regarding employee news for the Department of Administration? 
The Department of Administration publishes a monthly employee newsletter, Quotes, Notes & Anecdotes, which is posted online at www.administration.wv.gov/newsletters. Media releases that are issued are also posted on our website at https://dev-administration.wv.gov/department-news. Additionally, the Department of Administration has a Twitter site under the user name westvirginiadoa. All employees are encouraged to follow us!        

7. How can I get an Ethics opinion on a matter?  
All Ethics opinions are posted on the West Virginia Ethics Commission’s website at www.ethics.wv.gov. To obtain an opinion on an issue that has not already been addressed and posted on its website, contact the Ethics Commission by phone at 304.558.0664 (toll-free 1.866.558.0664), via fax at 304.558.2169, or by email at ethics@wv.gov.        

8. Which entrance to the State Capitol do I use to get into the Capitol on weekends to visit?
The West Wing entrance with ADA accessibility, across from the Culture Center, is open during regular weekend hours for visitors. During the week, there is also an East Wing entrance open to visitors.        

9. Who takes care of the lost and found on the State Capitol Complex?
The Division of Protective Services maintains the lost and found for the Capitol Complex. That office may be reached at 304.558.9911.   

10. May I request a flag to be flown over the Capitol?
Yes. If you would like to request a flag to be flown over the Capitol, contact the General Services Division’s Service Desk at 304.558.2317 or email GSDServiceDesk@wv.gov. West Virginia flags may be purchased at the Culture Center Gift Shop or may be acquired from other retailers.          

11. How can I search for state government job opportunities?
First-time and returning applicants may view job opportunities online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wv, while current and former West Virginia state employees can search for job postings at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wv/transferjobs​.​

12. How can I find statewide Division of Personnel policies?
All Division of Personnel policies are posted on its website at www.personnel.wv.gov/rules.         

13. How can the public acquire state surplus property?
The West Virginia State Agency for Surplus Property makes state property available to the public through online auctions on GovDeals here and through daily sales at its facility at 2700 Charles Avenue in Dunbar, West Virginia. The facility is open Monday-Friday (excluding holidays) from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. More information can also be found at WVSurplus.gov.         

14. Where can I view bid opportunities for the state?
All bid opportunities expected to exceed $10,000 are posted within the Vendor Self Service (VSS) portal at www.wvoasis.gov. Agencies may also advertise solicitations of lesser amounts on the VSS at their discretion.
     
15. Where can I find information on parking at the Capitol?
Visitors to the Capitol campus can find information on lot numbers and names, as well as a map to each, online at www.realestatedivision.wv.gov/parking/Pages/parking-locations.aspx.         

16. When are the visiting hours for the Capitol?
For information related to the State Capitol’s building hours, capitol tours, shuttle service, and more, visit www.wvlegislature.gov/Educational/citizens/guide.cfm​.         

17. Where can I find telephone numbers for all state employees?
The West Virginia State Government Telephone Directory is available on the state portal at www.wv.gov/Pages/state-phone-directory.aspx.         

18. Where can I find information on key contact persons within agencies and divisions in state government?
The Department of Administration maintains a West Virginia State Agency Listing, which can be accessed online at www.wv.gov/Documents/StateGovernmentDirectory.pdf.  
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