Speech Writer
Office of Communications

Job Description

Fast-paced communications office seeks highly motivated self-starter with a minimum of 8 years experience in public and media relations and crisis management. Our office seeks a good strategic thinker to initiate research and work independently. Qualified applicants must possess impeccable writing skills and solid experience in speech writing, interaction with executive level management, press release and correspondence writing. Writing samples are required.

The Georgia Department of Human Resources, Office of Communications, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Speech Writer.

This position will be administratively assigned to the Office of Communications Services (OCS).

The Speech Writer must be able to work directly with senior executives, to determine what points, themes, positions, or messages the executive would like to cover. The speechwriter will be expected to conduct their own research on the topic, and to flesh out this framework with anecdotes, and examples. The incumbent needs to be able to accept feedback and comments on the different drafts of the speech, and be able to incorporate the proposed changes into the draft. The speech writer may have to be able to work on several different speeches at once, and manage their time so that they can meet strict deadlines for finishing the speech on time.

Note: Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, if evaluated as equivalent

In addition to the qualifications, the ideal candidate will have one or more of the following:

• Impeccable writing skills
• Demonstrated experience in speech writing, press release, and correspondence writing
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects at one time as well as stay within strict timelines
• Demonstrated ability to explain very complex information in simple, straight forward and informative ways
• Strategic thinker able to initiate research and work independently
• Excellent speaking skills

This position is located in downtown Atlanta. We are located adjacent to Underground Atlanta. Affordable parking is nearby as well as direct access to MARTA's rail and bus system.

Metro Atlanta has the vibrancy of the world’s great urban centers combined with the Southern charm of small town centers such as Roswell and Decatur. Here you’ll find historic sites from the Civil War through the Civil Rights era, as well as world-class shopping, entertainment, and nightlife.

To be considered for this position, you must also send (as attachments) 3 - 5 written speech samples.

To ensure proper routing/handling of your credentials, please type the following in the subject line of your email: OC/Speech Writer
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, criminal background check and reference check