Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitleSpeechwriter - Executive Division (EXEC/PO _SW_NYC_6349)

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $118224 to $118224 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County New York

Street Address 28 Liberty Street

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10005

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Qualifications:
• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant, professional work experience in a writing-intensive field such as speechwriting, editorial writing, or government press. However, well-qualified applicants with fewer years of experience will be considered.
• Prior experience in any of the following is strongly preferred:
o Speechwriting;
o Advising local, state, or federal elected officials on communications/messaging strategy; and/or
o Experience working in New York state/New York City government or politics.
• Demonstrated ability to capture the principal’s voice in writing while also driving the broader communications/messaging strategy.
• Excellent writing, presentation, research, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly and accessibly for diverse audiences.
• Sound judgement, including the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Collaborative and open-minded, with a willingness to receive and incorporate feedback and other edits to improve and strengthen final deliverables.
• Proactive with the ability to self-manage multiple projects and competing priorities while also meeting tight deadlines.

Duties Description Executive Division
Press Office – New York City
Speechwriter
Reference No: EXEC/PO _SW_NYC_6349

The Press Office in the Executive Division of the Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced and talented Speechwriter to join the Attorney General’s communications team. The Speechwriter will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with OAG bureau chiefs, press officers, and senior staff to synthesize detailed information on the work of the office into clear, effective, and compelling speeches, op-eds, scripts, and talking points that are geared to a variety of audiences.

In addition, the Speechwriter will prepare briefing and other media materials for the Attorney General. While speeches are edited in close collaboration with the Attorney General, the Speechwriter will also work closely with other communications staff to plan and execute speaking events that advance the Attorney General’s broader communications/messaging strategy. This position will be based in New York City and reports to the Director of Communications.

Additional Comments The annual salary for this position is $114,824 + $3,400 in location pay. As an employee of OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our state through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York state benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Legal Recruitment Bureau

Telephone 2124168080

Fax

Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of the Attorney General, Legal Recruitment Bureau

28 Liberty

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10005

 

Notes on ApplyingHOW TO APPLY:

Applications are being received online. To apply, please go to our website, https://ag.ny.gov/job-postings.
Reference No: EXEC/PO _SW_NYC_6349

Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
• Cover Letter
? You may address your letter to the Legal Recruitment Unit.
? Indicate why you are interested in this position and what makes you a strong candidate. You may wish to include information about what life experiences you will bring to the position that will enhance OAG’s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.
• Resume
• Writing Sample
- Provide a portfolio with three to six (3-6) samples that you feel best demonstrate your writing abilities.
- Provide samples that are directly relevant to this position such as speeches (of varying lengths), op-eds, scripts, talking points, etc.
- Please include a cover page that provides general information about each sample and a brief explanation of why chose to submit it as part of your application.
• List of three (3) references
? Only submit professional references, supervisory references are preferred.
? For each reference, indicate the nature and duration of your relationship.
? Include contact information and email addresses for each reference.
? Please note that your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the position.

If you have questions regarding a position with OAG, the application process, or need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.

For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: ag.ny.gov