Copywriter & Communications Specialist

State of Oklahoma•Oklahoma City, OK

6d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Oklahoma Department of Commerce is the State economic development office. Our mission is to cultivate an environment where businesses and communities can grow and thrive. We are a trusted government agency that partners with businesses and communities for strategic and sustainable growth and success, moving Oklahoma forward to becoming a top-ten state. The Oklahoma Department of Commerce seeks to fill a Copywriter & Communications Specialist position. This position is a full-time position in the state government. Oklahoma Department of Commerce offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, visit the Oklahoma State Benefits Overview. The annual salary for this position is up to $75,000 based on education and experience. Qualified applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Professional Writing, English, Business, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of full-time professional experience in copywriting, content management, or strategic communications. (Internship experience will not count toward the professional requirement.)
Writing samples or a portfolio demonstrating professional copywriting and strategic content development are required.
Advanced copywriting and editing skills across print and digital formats.
Strong critical thinking skills with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, identify content gaps, and propose creative solutions.
Analytical ability to review content performance data and refine messaging accordingly.
Excellent communication skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects under deadline constraints.
Successful candidates must be able to work both independently and in a group setting.

Nice To Haves

WordPress experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary writer for the agency, crafting clear, persuasive copy that highlights Oklahoma’s economic advantages, industry strengths, and state programs.
Produce high-quality, polished copy for a wide range of print and digital materials, ensuring high editorial standards and messaging consistency.
Use critical thinking to independently identify story gaps, propose new content concepts, and determine optimal formats for reaching target audiences.
Write strategic messaging for B2B lead nurture campaigns, newsletters, and digital platforms to drive audience interaction and program awareness.
Proactively research, pitch, and develop new content concepts, editorial series, and communication strategies aligned with agency economic development priorities.
Formulate plans to package, adapt, and distribute core messaging across appropriate communication channels to maximize audience reach.
Write and edit high-quality copy for agency publications, including industry brochures, economic recruitment materials, reports, and program literature.
Develop strategic copy for B2B email nurture sequences. Monitor audience analytics (open rates, click-through rates) to evaluate copy effectiveness and implement messaging adjustments.
Identify topics, conduct interviews, and write content for monthly and quarterly electronic publications targeting businesses, community leaders, and the public.
Work alongside the internal team to draft and post content for social media accounts, ensuring all posts align with broader agency objectives and active campaigns.
Regularly review and update website copy to ensure messaging remains current, accurate, and aligned with strategic communication goals.
Consult directly with division leadership and program managers across the agency to uncover key messaging needs and translate complex initiatives into clear public copy.
Collaborate with internal design, technology, and multimedia staff to align copy with visual assets.
Additional duties as assigned.