Speech Writer jobs in Germantown, MD

Speech Writer researches, drafts, writes, and edits a variety of speeches, talking points, press statements, web content, news releases, and other materials for executives. Translates the ideas, objectives, position, and management philosophy into messaging that relates to the topic, speaker, and intended audience. Being a Speech Writer ensures consistent messaging strategy and brand identity are included in every piece. Provides subject matter expertise in delivering presentations and speeches Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Speech Writer typically reports to a manager. The Speech Writer work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Speech Writer typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Writer-Editor (Speech Writer)
  • U.S. Department of Justice
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Summary

    ATF is a law enforcement agency in the U.S. Department of Justice that protects our communities from violent criminals/criminal organizations, illegal use/trafficking of firearms, illegal use/storage of explosives, acts of arson/bombings, acts of terrorism, and illegal diversion of alcohol/tobacco products. We partner with communities, industries, law enforcement, and public safety agencies to safeguard the public through information sharing, training, research, & technology. Visit www.atf.gov

    This job is open to
    Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

    Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

    Federal employees - Competitive service

    Current or former competitive service federal employees.

    Individuals with disabilities

    Land & base management

    Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.

    Military spouses

    Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

    Veterans

    Clarification from the agency

    Your application will be considered if you are a: Current or former career/career-conditional; Reinstatement eligible; Special Appointing Authority (i.e., Military Spouse, Land and Base Management, 30% Veteran, Sch A) eligible; VEOA eligible Veteran; ICTAP eligible; or OPM Interchange Agreement eligible.

    Duties

    This position is located under the Office of Public and Governmental Affairs, Public Affairs Branch in Washington, District of Columbia.

    The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an authority on technical writing, particularly speeches, for the ATF Director and Deputy Director.

    As a Writer-Editor (Speech Writer), GS-1082-13, your typical work assignments may include:

    Writing and editing speeches and other written content covering the entire spectrum of the Bureau's program areas;
    Researching, analyzing, interpreting and blending information from various sources into unified products;
    Determining information to use and reconciling contradictions in the information compiled,
    Evaluating information requirements and tailoring the material to meet the needs or interests of a variety of audiences;
    Ensuring all speeches and other communications represent ATF's policies and objectives.

    Requirements
    Conditions of Employment

    The time-in-grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement. The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

    This is a non-bargaining unit position.

    MOBILITY PLAN: New employees hired pursuant to this vacancy announcement must sign a mobility agreement. The purpose of ATF's mobility policy is to enhance career development and progression, and achieve mission and business effectiveness. To accomplish these objectives, the mobility plan will facilitate the movement of employees through special short-term assignments or permanent reassignments throughout the Bureau. Applicants who decline to sign a mobility agreement, as required, will be removed from the hiring process.

    Key Requirements:
    Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
    Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation.
    Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov
    May be required to serve a one year probationary period.

    Qualifications

    To qualify for 13, candidates must also have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-12.

    Additional Conditions of Employment:
    GS-13 - You qualify if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal, State, or Local government or equivalent public or private sector experience, performing the following duties:

    Developing and preparing data, speeches, correspondence and other informational materials; and
    Researching and analyzing laws, regulations, policies and programs to ensure complete and accurate information; and
    Providing advice and assistance for the preparation of written material; and
    Communicating with experts and officials to obtain and verify information and/or data, complete assignments and resolve problems related to the preparation of written material.

    A writing sample may be requested at the time of interview.

    Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.

    Experience must be in the normal line of progression or must be related to the work of the position advertised and must be reflected in resume.

    Please do not cut and paste the position description, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

    The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP). The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and score 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at: https://www.usajobs.gov//working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/.

    Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP). The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and score 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at: https://www.usajobs.gov//working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/

    Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): VEOA allows eligible veterans to apply and compete for positions announced under merit promotion procedures when the hiring agency is recruiting from outside its own workforce. To be eligible for a Veteran Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If you are applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement.

    Education

    This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

    Additional information

    Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement.

    Notice to Prospective Employees of Ethical Obligations from ATF's Human Resources Operations Division. Please click on the following link to read important information. DOJ Ethical Obligations

    Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov

    EEO Statement: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a parent, genetic information, disability, age, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to discrimination, or retaliation for participating in EEO activity or for opposing discrimination, should contact the ATF's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at (202) 648-8760 within 45 calendar days of when the alleged harm occurred.

    Please click on the following link to read important information. DOJ EEO Policy Statement

    DIVERSITY Statement: "As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service."

    Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you receive the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here.

    "Federal Regulations state no ATF employee, his/her spouse, or his/her minor child shall have, directly or indirectly, any financial interest, including compensated employment, stock, or proprietary interest in the alcohol, tobacco, firearms or explosives industries. You should be aware that you may be asked to relinquish any ownership of or interests in the alcohol, tobacco, firearms or explosives industries before a determination can be made whether access to ATF information, information technology systems, and/or facilities can be authorized."

    Benefits
    How You Will Be Evaluated

    You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

    Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

    The assessment questionnaire is designed to measure your ability in the following competencies:

    Oral Communication
    Technical Competence
    Writing

    To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12289390

    Required Documents

    Resume showing relevant work/volunteer experience, education, and training. Include the start and end dates (from month/date/year to month/date/year) and the number of hours per week worked/volunteered. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must support your answers to the completed online assessment questions.
    SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable for Time in Grade and/or Eligibility):
    Most recent SF-50 if you are a current or former Federal employee
    An SF-50 showing your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade
    Award 50's do not provide sufficient information and will not be accepted for the purpose of verifying time-in-grade.

    Examples of appropriate SF-50's include:
    Within grade increases at the highest grade held; or
    Promotions with an effective date more than one year old; or
    SF-50's at the highest grade held with an effective date more than one year old.
    Veterans' preference documentation (Member Copy 4 of DD-214, Revised October 2013 SF-15 https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf and VA letter, if applicable. NOTE: The revised October 2013 SF-15 is the latest copy and all others are not usable.
    CTAP/ICTAP documentation, if applicable.
    Schedule A documentation, if applicable. Note: DOJ welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Qualified applicants with disabilities may be eligible for special hire, non-competitive appointment under Schedule A eligibility. Please visit http://www.usajobs.gov//working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/individuals-with-disabilities or contact the Selective Placement Program Coordinator at 202-648-7454.
    Military Spouses (if applicable) - You MUST submit verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e., a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage) AND: (1) a copy of your spouse's active military orders; OR (2) verification of your spouse's 100% service-connected disability (VA Letter and/or DD-214); OR (3) verification of the service member's death while on active duty (DD-1300/Death Certificate). You are not eligible if you were not married to the veteran at the time of death or have since remarried.
    Interchange Agreement with Other Merit Systems Eligible: Documentation of eligibility as listed in each individual interchange agreement.
    Other noncompetitive or special appointing authorities (e.g., Peace Corps, VISTA, Public Land Corp, Military Spouse, 30% Disabled Veterans, Certain Former Overseas Employees, Foreign Service, etc.) must provide substantiating documentation as required.
    Any other supporting documentation required for verification as described in the announcement.

    It is your responsibility to ensure all documents are received on time and the materials are legible. If applying on-line poses a hardship to any applicant, please contact us at the telephone number listed on this announcement. Applicants MUST CONTACT US PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE to speak to someone who can provide assistance for on-line submission. Requests for extensions will not be granted. Paper applications submitted without prior approval from the agency point of contact may be handled as incomplete. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: If your contact information changes after the closing date of this vacancy announcement, update your profile information in MYUSAJOBS as well as contact the Human Resources Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement to ensure you can be contacted throughout the selection process.

    Prior to selection, the candidate may be required to provide an original copy of any supporting/ validating documentation as well as other documentation to verify eligibility. All required materials must be uploaded using the supporting documentation instructions described in the announcement.

    Failure to provide the required documentation by the closing date of this announcement will result in elimination of further consideration for this position.

    How to Apply

    Please read the entire announcement and all instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include the initial online assessment and submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. You must submit a complete application package by 11:59 PM (ET) on 02/19/2024 to be considered. The application process is as follows:

    To begin the application process, click the Apply Online button.
    Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
    Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date.
    After submitting an online application, you will be notified whether or not you are required to take additional online assessments through the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment system. This message will be delivered to you via email notification. The email may be routed to your "Spam" or "Junk" folder.
    If you are asked to take the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be presented with a unique URL to access the USA Hire system. Access to USA Hire is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials. Be sure to review all instructions prior to beginning your USA Hire Assessments. Click here for Computer System Requirements
    Note, set aside at least 3 hours to take these assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue at a later time, you can re-use the URL sent to you via email and also found in your USAJOBS account under the Track this application link for the corresponding application.

    To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period return to your USAJOBS account. There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Edit My Application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement is closed.

    To verify the status of your application both during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account. Your applications will appear on the Welcome page. Navigate to the job application and click Track this application to view your application status. The link will take you to the hiring agency application system, which has the most up-to-date status of your application. There you can review any notifications sent to you related to this application, including the invitation to take the USA Hire assessment. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means click here.

    Agency contact information
    Carolyn Brown
    Phone

    202-648-7330

    Email

    Carolyn.W.Brown@usdoj.gov

    Address

    Office of Public and Governmental Affairs
    99 New York Ave., N.E.
    Washington, DC 20226
    US

    Next steps

    Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments. The online assessments must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.

    Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments.
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Writer-Editor (Speech Writer)
  • US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and...
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Duties This position is located under the Office of Public and Governmental Affairs, Public Affairs Branch in Washington, District of Columbia. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an a...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Speech Writer
  • Aptive
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary Aptive is seeking a full-time executive speech writer for a federal client with demonstrated experience drafting articles, blogs, op-eds and speeches reflecting an executive’s personal sty...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Speech Writer
  • People, Technology & Processes
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Position title: Speech Writer Location: Washington, DC, Hybrid Work Authorized (1 day/week in office) Scope: People, Technology and Processes, LLC is seeking a Speechwriter to develop the required del...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Speech Writer
  • Sellers & Associates, LLC
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Job Title / Labor Category Title Speech Writer Location DC US (Primary)SELLERS & ASSOCIATES - US Security Clearance Requirements Secret Job Description Sellers & Associates, LLC (S&A) is a Veteran Own...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Speech Writer
  • Koniag Professional Services LLC
  • Arlington, VA FULL_TIME
  • KPS Job ID 2475042 Koniag Professional Services, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Speech Writer with a Secret Clearance to support KPS and our government customer at the Pentagon. Th...
  • 17 Days Ago

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VP, Media Relations
  • Alliance Defending Freedom
  • Washington, DC
  • Onsite: either Lansdowne, VA office or Washington DC office At Alliance Defending Freedom, we are committed to victory. ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Business Development Manager
  • Dexis Online
  • Arlington, VA
  • Dexis is a professional services firm that solves the most pressing social challenges in complex environments, paving th...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Technical Writer
  • Customer Value Partners
  • Arlington, VA
  • Job Description Job Description CVP is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to join the team, lead technical writing ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Speech Writer - Executive Communications Specialist
  • Technical Writer Consulting Services, LLC (TWCS)
  • Washington, DC
  • Speech Writer - Executive Communications Specialist Are you an exceptional, experienced speech writer - communications s...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Speech Writer
  • Customer Value Partners
  • Washington, DC
  • Job Description Job Description CVP is seeking a Speech Writer/Senior Communication Specialist to join our growing team....
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Event Planner & Manager
  • Allegheny Science & Technology
  • Arlington, VA
  • **Description** ***Allegheny Science & Technology (AST)*** is looking for an ***Events Planner & Manager***to support pl...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Graphic Designer (3528)
  • Three Saints Bay, LLC
  • Washington, DC
  • Bennett Aerospace, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, is seekin...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Strategic Communications Specialist / Must Possess a Secret Clearance
  • VELOCITY EXECUTION GROUP INC
  • Washington, DC
  • Job Description Job Description Strategic Communications Specialist - Senior Work Location: Crystal City, VA | Hybrid Su...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Germantown is an urbanized census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland. With a population of 90,676 as of 2013 U.S. Census Bureau estimates, Germantown is the third most populous place in Maryland, after the city of Baltimore, and the census-designated place of Columbia. Germantown is located approximately 25–30 miles (40–48 km) outside of the U.S. capital of Washington, D.C. and is an important part of the Washington metropolitan area. Germantown was founded in the early 19th century by European immigrants though much of the area's development did not occur until the mid-20th centu...
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Speech Writer in San Jose, CA
Kennedy penned their own famous remarks, the movers and shakers of today more often turn to skilled writers to bring their ideas to the masses in language that their audience can understand and grab onto.
December 17, 2019
Speech Writer in Vallejo, CA
Let a competent speech writer improve the way that Francis talks, and let a public relations person lock the aforementioned gift away in a dark, dusty room, never to be seen in public again.
December 10, 2019
Speech Writer in Springfield, OR
Many politicians don't write their own speeches, preferring to delegate the task to a dedicated speech writer.
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