Where to Take the Civil Service Test in West Virginia: Two Locations
The West Virginia Civil Service Commission administers exams at two primary sites:
1. Charleston (Headquarters)
Address: 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25305
Phone: (304) 558-3388
Hours: M–F 8:30 AM–5:00 PM (exam sessions scheduled separately)
2. Parkersburg (WVU at Parkersburg)
Address: 301 3rd St, Parkersburg, WV 26101 (note: not Morgantown—WVU Parkersburg is a separate campus)
Contact: Testing Center, (304) 424-8000
Process
- Apply online via WV OASIS for specific vacancy.
- Receive exam notification (email/mail) with date, time, location.
- Bring photo ID, admission letter, #2 pencils.
- Most exams: written, multiple-choice, timed. Some: performance/practical.
Notes
- No walk-in testing. Must be scheduled for a posted vacancy.
- Veterans' preference: 5/10 points added (documentation required).
- Accommodations: Request via Commission at least 2 weeks prior.
- Results: Posted to OASIS account; eligible lists valid 1 year (extendable).
Always verify current locations on the WV Division of Personnel site—sites can change.