Salary: $84,000.00 - $95,000.00 Annually
Location : Denver, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: GOVELECT_SPCHWRTR_ESW11.12.26
Department: Office of the Governor
Opening Date: 11/12/2026
Closing Date: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address: 200 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80203
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Type of Announcement: This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply: Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.
Department Contact Information: [redacted] TO APPLY: Please submit an online application for this position at buildingcoloradosfuturetogether.org. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received before the closing date.
Department InformationDescription of JobDepartment: Office of the Governor
Position Title: Speechwriter
Summary of Functions: The Speechwriter is responsible for the remarks delivered each year by the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, and the First Lady, as well as other briefings and communications materials, from op-eds to press releases to talking points, working closely with the Governor, the policy and communications teams, and other stakeholders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Draft speeches and talking points for the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, and the First Lady, including writing, research, story gathering, and editorial support for several hundred speeches a year
- Lead the writing of the annual State of the State address and work with a broad range of stakeholders on it and on other high-priority projects
- Respond to the Governor's evolving communications need
- Oversee the speechwriting process for other contributors and work collaboratively with content partners
- Develop fresh thinking and creative ideas for speeches and other content
- Transform complex material into digestible, conversational language and use storytelling to make policy relatable to constituents
- Research and fact-check remarks and supporting materials
- Work with the communications team to translate speeches into a multi-platform communications plan
- Manage complex project timelines under tight deadlines to meet the Governor's needs
Organizational Relationships: Chief Communications Officer; Governor's Office; Office of the Lieutenant Governor; Office of the First Lady; Press team; Community engagement team
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsPreferred Education/Experience:- College degree or work experience equivalent
- 2-4 years experience in communications/project management
Preferred Qualifications:- Government experience
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Attention to detail and organization skills
Conditions of employment: Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment and reside in Colorado once employed
Supplemental InformationHOW TO APPLY: Please submit an online application for this position at buildingcoloradosfuturetogether.org. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received before the closing date.
A resume must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your resume must provide sufficient detail about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements.
Benefits The State of Colorado offers a competitive benefits package to permanent employees:
- PERA retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
- Automatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)
- 11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave
- Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.
