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INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)
IT / Software / Data Analyst
#28617
Remote / WFH
Department of Justice
Job Description
Department of Justice
JC-519864
Deputy Speechwriter
INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 6/15/2026
Job Description and Duties
The Directorate Division, Office of Communications is looking for a Deputy Speechwriter to actively support the Department of Justice (DOJ) with researching and preparing information for public dissemination associated with the Attorney General's Office through various media forums. Under the direction of the Director and Executive Speechwriter in the Office of Communications, the Deputy Speechwriter is responsible for drafting speeches, talking points, and statements for the Attorney General, in addition to writing and editing press releases, op-eds, and other departmental publications. The Deputy Speechwriter will also be expected to reply to difficult and complex departmental inquiries and correspondence.
Working Conditions
This position has been designated as eligible for telework and is currently a remote-centered position. The position may however require in-person attendance when requested. The selected candidate would report to Department of Justice headquarters in Los Angeles if/when required to attend mandated in-person meetings, trainings, etc. Expenses related to travel to the office for required events are the responsibility of the employee. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-519864
Position #(s):
420-085-5601-013
Working Title:
Deputy Speechwriter
Classification:
INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
Day
Work Week:
Monday-Friday
Department Information
This position is located in the Directorate Division, Office of Communications and may be filled in either Sacramento (JC-519849) or Los Angeles County (JC-519864). Please indicate your county of interest in the "Explanations" section of your State application.
Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
For more information about the Department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at https://www.oag.ca.gov.
Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal LeaveProgram (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR
Special Requirements
A fingerprint check will be required.
Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-519864) and the title of this position in the '"Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required upon appointment.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 6/15/2026
Hiring Unit Contact:
Dalia Reed
(916) 210-6018
Dalia.Reed@doj.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Job Related Information
JC-519864
Deputy Speechwriter
INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 6/15/2026
Job Description and Duties
The Directorate Division, Office of Communications is looking for a Deputy Speechwriter to actively support the Department of Justice (DOJ) with researching and preparing information for public dissemination associated with the Attorney General's Office through various media forums. Under the direction of the Director and Executive Speechwriter in the Office of Communications, the Deputy Speechwriter is responsible for drafting speeches, talking points, and statements for the Attorney General, in addition to writing and editing press releases, op-eds, and other departmental publications. The Deputy Speechwriter will also be expected to reply to difficult and complex departmental inquiries and correspondence.
Working Conditions
This position has been designated as eligible for telework and is currently a remote-centered position. The position may however require in-person attendance when requested. The selected candidate would report to Department of Justice headquarters in Los Angeles if/when required to attend mandated in-person meetings, trainings, etc. Expenses related to travel to the office for required events are the responsibility of the employee. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-519864
Position #(s):
420-085-5601-013
Working Title:
Deputy Speechwriter
Classification:
INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
Day
Work Week:
Monday-Friday
Department Information
This position is located in the Directorate Division, Office of Communications and may be filled in either Sacramento (JC-519849) or Los Angeles County (JC-519864). Please indicate your county of interest in the "Explanations" section of your State application.
Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
For more information about the Department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at https://www.oag.ca.gov.
Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal LeaveProgram (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR
Special Requirements
A fingerprint check will be required.
Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-519864) and the title of this position in the '"Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required upon appointment.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 6/15/2026
Hiring Unit Contact:
Dalia Reed
(916) 210-6018
Dalia.Reed@doj.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Job Related Information
