Speechwriter and Researcher Position Available In Gwinnett, Georgia

Speechwriter and Researcher 
Salary $76,069.00 – $88,430.00 Annually Location Gwinnett County, GA Job Type Full-Time Appointed Job Number 20012057 Department Department of Communications Opening Date 05/02/2025 Closing Date 5/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Exempt

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Class Summary Job Description The Speechwriter and Researcher is responsible for researching, analyzing, and interpreting information; writing and editing; and serving as a point of contact on projects for the department. The ideal candidate is an exceptionally creative communicator who has excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; an observer with keen attention to detail; flexible, open-minded, and willing to adapt to changing or competing priorities; able to manage multiple demands; and someone who enjoys learning and continually seeking new ways to grow personally and professionally. Essential Duties Producing well-researched and original content for speeches, newsletters, presentations, and digital platforms Converting information into readable and easy-to-understand content tailored to specific audiences Tailoring writing styles for speeches and presentations in the speaker’s voice, while maintaining the County’s brand standards and tone
Proofreading assignments to correct errors before submission, and revising work based on editorial feedback
Adhering to the organization’s writing style guide
Collaborating with public relations professionals to ensure understanding and execution of communications needs and requirements
Carrying out research and checking facts
Organizing writing schedules to complete drafts or finished projects within deadlines
Pitching new content ideas that further the organization’s objectives
Maintaining internal data repository for information cited in various communications
Providing guidance or facilitates training that supports public speaking standards and development across the organization
Researching speaking engagement opportunities by connecting with event organizers to understand speaking requests
Performing other duties of a similar nature or level Grade The Grade for this position is 103. The salary will be based on education and experience. Minimum qualifications Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications, English, or a related field
Three years of relevant experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform essential duties such as those listed above will also be considered Preferred qualifications Experience interacting with executive-level leadership Writing Samples Required Candidates are required to upload their five best original samples, including at least three speeches or talking points, event or video scripts, feature stories, articles published in print or online, or blog posts. Public Speaking Leading meetings with executive leadership and providing coaching and feedback to develop and improve speaker profiles
Rotating as a designated reader during the Board of Commissioners hearings
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 The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change. For more information about this department, please click here. Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com. Employer
Gwinnett County
Address
75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046
Phone
770.822.7915
770.822.7923
Website
http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com