West Virginia - Wild and Wonderful

About West Virginia

West Virginia is noted for its mountains and diverse topography, its historically significant logging and coal mining industries, and its political and labor history. It is one of the most densely karstic areas in the world, making it a choice area for recreational caving and scientific research.

Business

West Virginia is full of opportunity for any business with a growing economy and a highly dedicated workforce. Whether you are running an existing business or thinking of starting a new business you can find all of the information you need throughout this business section.

Education

West Virginia is fortunate to have a tremendous education system with a high standard of excellence. Please use the information provided here to learn more about the wealth of educational opportunities in our great state.

Employment

West Virginia is home to one of the finest workforces in the country based on our hard work and commitment to quality. Whether you are looking for new job opportunities, enhancing your job skills or researching future employment trends you can find all of the information you need throughout this employment section.

Family

West Virginia offers the perfect balance of a rural and urban setting that suits a variety of lifestyles. This is a state where you can go whitewater rafting in the morning, go to an art exhibit in the afternoon and attend a concert in the evening. Whether you just moved to the Mountain State or your family has been here since it was founded, you are part of our community.

Health

Maintaining proper health is vital to ensuring the highest quality of life possible. West Virginia strives to provide one of the best health care systems in the country that is affordable and available to all residents of the state. This section contains numerous resources to assist you in accessing the health care services provided in the state.

Tourism

Exhilarate in the lasting beauty and natural wonder scattered throughout West Virginia. From unmatched outdoor recreation to world-class resorts, breathtaking scenery and a variety of cultural and historic attractions, West Virginia is an ideal spot to plan your next adventure. Discover for yourself what makes West Virginia wild and wonderful.

 Governor Tomblin Announces NCO Group will Create 90 New Jobs in Kanawha County 

1/13/2012 

Today Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin joined West Virginia Department of Commerce Secretary Keith Burdette and Chief Operating Officer of NCO Group, Inc. Jack Jones in announcing that NCO Group, Inc. ("NCO"), a leading provider of business processing services, will hire approximately 90 new associates in its Charleston, W.Va., contact center. The hiring will substantially expand NCO's presence in Charleston and also includes over $350,000 of new investments in equipment and training.

"We are pleased that NCO has chosen to create new jobs and expand its workforce here in West Virginia," said Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin. "This announcement testifies to the confidence the company has in the quality and productivity of West Virginia employees."

Employment opportunities will largely include positions providing direct customer service support for one of NCO's leading utility clients. Additional roles will also be available for managers, trainers, and supervisors. Positions are full-time and include a complete employment benefit package. Using a dynamic range of communication channels such as phone, email and text messaging, associates will learn and apply skills in areas of customer care and support.

Commenting on the expansion, Jack Jones, Chief Operating Officer, NCO, stated, "This is an excellent opportunity to expand our services for one of our premier clients. The combination of this business expansion, our talented team in Charleston and our ongoing relationship with the state of West Virginia is very positive for all."

"The confidence that NCO has expressed in West Virginia through this significant expansion is a great cause to celebrate," said Commerce Secretary Keith Burdette. "We are excited about the new jobs that will be created. We are equally pleased that this is a good example of what can be accomplished with a successful company and a strong partnership from both the state and the local community."

The company worked closely with the West Virginia Development Office and the Charleston Area Alliance to retain the investment in Charleston. Hiring is already underway. Interested candidates may apply at the company website www.ncogroup.com/careers or call 412-249-5300 for more information. The contact center is located at 408 Leon Sullivan Way, Charleston, WV 25301.

Contact Information

Jacqueline Proctor 
304-558-2000