Senior Executive Speech Writer and Editor

Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

CACI is seeking a Senior Executive Speech Writer and Editor who will offer high-level communication support to senior executives at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), specifically within the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) Front Office.

Ideal candidates should possess substantial government experience in executive communications support and a significant background in writing and editing executive-level communications for events such as speaking engagements, speeches, testimonies, proposals, and other official correspondence.

This position is a hybrid work position with telework authorized and onsite work requirements rotating between the customer site in Springfield, VA and CACI’s PMO at the National Harbor in Oxon Hill, MD.

Candidates selected for interview will be asked to provide a sample of previous work for review prior to the interview.

About the Role:

• Perform communications support services including, but not limited to, Internal Articles, Talking Points, Initiative Proposals, Research Reports, and Other Outreach Communications.

• Produce timely Executive level briefings, papers, and correspondence by researching, writing, and coordinating content development. Utilize data from print and digital resources, archive records, interviews, and internal and external stakeholders.

• Conduct research and synthesize existing research into clear, understandable content that resonates with the designated target audiences to achieve communication objectives.

• Utilize plain language writing techniques to develop documents that translate highly technical, complex ideas, processes, or procedures into easy-to-understand language.

• Deliver comprehensive social media support including, but not limited to, the creation of blogs, social media posts, LinkedIn updates, podcasts, and management of internal and external feeds to cultivate and sustain the OCIO’s online presence.

• Facilitate strategic media outreach, industry engagement, and technical content creation including, but not limited to, speaker engagements, industry monitoring, research, writing, design, editing, proofreading, and stakeholder coordination in a dynamic, high-visibility, IT-driven environment.

• Provide media communications outreach to support OCIO messaging, marketing, branding and strategic communications outreach efforts.

• Coordinate with visual and virtual information specialists to develop quality products and communications.

• Remain current in daily press and media developments.

• Craft Media and Industry Action Plans that establish innovative standards, best practices, and strategic recommendations for effective media and marketing strategies aligned with operational objectives.

• Produce comprehensive media and industry reports, capturing recommendations, best practices, and process enhancements aligned with our strategic plan, vision, goals, and objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain a DHS Entrance on Duty (EOD).

• BA/BS with 10+ years of applicable experience or equivalence providing executive communication and/or speech writing support (equivalency includes MA + 7 years applicable experience, BA + 10 years applicable experience or AA + 12 years applicable experience).

• Experience drafting, reviewing and preparing speeches, talking points, scripts and messages for federal government executives and/or political appointees for large external audiences as well as internal workforce communications.

• Strong organization and communications skills and ability to work collaboratively with Senior Government Leaders.

• Exceptional Written and Verbal Communication Skills: proficient in crafting clear, concise messages across various styles and tones; capable of effectively addressing both executive leadership and employees.

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio), content management systems, and workflow and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams.

• Strong initiative to proactively establishing relationships, setting up working groups to achieve outcomes, finding opportunities to innovate and improve value, as well as providing new ideas for improvement.

• Ability to work independently on a complex task with little direction and management oversight.

• Ability to understand the day-to-day operational needs of customers and identify areas for improvement in business processes and propose solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism or related field

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate effectively with program employees, government/client representatives, and internal organizational functional representatives

• Ability to discover relevant data, understand the context it is being used, and apply experience analysis to turn data into useful information

• Ability to receive vague guidance, conduct research to better understand requirements, and achieve high quality results

• An understanding of the fundamentals of public affairs including planning, execution across all key functional areas such as media relations, internal communication, external outreach, visual communication, executive communication/speechwriting, social media, market research, and assessment and evaluation

• Experience developing communication plans and associated content including news stories, social media posts, marketing materials, and multimedia products

• Ability to create external outreach plans, manage large scale events, and develop partnerships

• Ability to provide advice and counsel to senior officials

• Experience developing, measuring, and assessing performance metrics for web, social media, and press media – ability to recommend and make adjustments based on data and analytics

• A collaborative, team-centric attitude and enthusiasm that encourages outreach and partnership

• Ability to manage multiple projects and requirements simultaneously in a diverse and dynamic environment with short-notice and under high pressure in high visibility situations

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)

Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$77,200 - $162,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.