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State of Montana Copywriter in Helena, Montana
About the Department The Department of Commerce aims to make sure Montana is the best place to work, live and play. We work alongside private industry and local organizations to create jobs, grow businesses, develop affordable housing and improve community infrastructure. (You can learn more about ushere.) About this Position The Commerce Director’s Office provides centralized finance, budget, communications, marketing, legal, IT and HR services and resources for the Department Divisions and attached boards. The Copywriter reports to the Communication Director and is responsible for the development of content for all the Department’s various programs. The Copywriter coordinates with subject matter experts in the drafting of press releases, web articles, newsletters and print material as needed and supports VisitMT’s earned media program. This position is open until filled with a first application review date of March 17, 2025 Education and Experience: // · A Bachelor’s degree in English, Creative or Technical Writing, Journalism, Marketing, Communications or a similar field · Applicable experience in copywriting, copyediting or similar fields · Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Competencies: /Knowledge of:/ · Professional writing and communication styles · Project management · Brand guidelines and standards and how to implement them · AP Style guidelines · Writing for media, press releases · Writing for web, social and other digital channels · Copy editing · User experience and design · Microsoft Office, Word and PowerPoint templates and forms · Social media, email listserv and website management /Ability to:/ · Work effectively with a diverse group of people · Manage multiple competing priorities · Maintain a high level of accuracy in their work · Communicate effectively with supervisor and colleagues · Work well both independently and in a group How to apply Apply online by submitting yourresume and cover letter. /(Please note: You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)/ Benefits · Lookhereto see the additional benefits! They include: o Work/life balance o Health coverage o Retirement plans o Paid vacation and sick leave and holidays o And more… · Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) –Employmentwith the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Lookhereto learn more and see if you may qualify!* * Other important information to be aware of * Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you can receive updates and monitor the status of your application. * If you fail to upload the requested application documents and/or preference documents, we will notify you via email. Failure to upload these documents after notification will result in your application being removed from consideration. * This position allows for a hybrid work schedule from a remote location within the State of Montana. Weekly travel to Helena offices will be required. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy. New employees may be required to complete training in person before hybrid work schedules begin. *Title: *Copywriter Location: Helena Requisition ID: 25140513