[1] In accordance with the West Virginia State Constitution, qualifications for state treasurer include being a citizen of West Virginia who is entitled to vote, and who has been a resident of West Virginia for at least the preceding five years.

[3] There are no limits on the number of terms the state treasurer can serve.

[3] In the event of a vacancy, the governor is authorized to appoint a treasurer until a special election can be held for the remainder of the term.

[4] In making the appointment, the governor is required to choose from a list of three nominees submitted by the executive committee of the state party to which the previous treasurer belonged.

[2] The functions of the state treasurer's office are detailed in various sections of the West Virginia Code.