W. Va. Code § 29-25-4: Appointment of commission staff; conditions of employment.

The director, pursuant to the provisions of section six, article twenty-two of this chapter, with the approval of the commission, may appoint any professional, clerical, technical and administrative personnel, who shall be state employees hired in accordance with article six of this chapter, that may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this article. Prior to his or her appointment, each staff person shall undergo a thorough background investigation, including fingerprinting and a check of criminal records. No employee may directly or indirectly hold any financial interest in any entity licensed under this article.