Berkeley County funds 18th circuit clerk position after request from clerk

Jan 16, 2026

Circuit Clerk Shelly Shocker asked the commission for $10,650 to fully fund an 18th full-time position in the circuit clerk's office; commissioners approved using contingency funds and authorized hiring on a unanimous voice vote.

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MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — Circuit Clerk Shelly Shocker asked the Berkeley County Commission to provide $10,650 to fully fund an 18th full-time position in her office, citing workload pressures after the addition of another magistrate and family court judge.

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