Accountability Reporter, Climate
1 month ago
Please list all professional experience and explain any gaps in employment history. All of your application materials, which may include PDF files of work samples and/or links to audio, video, photography or graphics, must be uploaded to the field labeled Resume/Cover Letter/Work Samples to be considered for the position.
Job Description
The Washington Post's Climate & Environment Department is seeking an accomplished journalist to join our team in the pursuit of high-impact accountability stories that will hold policymakers, private actors and other powerful institutions to account. This role will play an essential part in pursuing our mission of providing the world's most authoritative coverage of climate and the environment.
We are looking for a journalist who can unearth revelations that will enrich the public's understanding of the forces helping shape the trajectory of the planet and their implications for people's health and prosperity.
Responsibilities:
Identify high-impact targets - both short-term accountability stories and major projects - that will be of wide interest to the public.Maintain a high level of ambition to take on difficult assignments and hidden stories that deserve public scrutiny - whether those are occurring inside governments, companies or in far-flung places.Employ a wide variety of reporting techniques, including source development, documents, data and field work.Collaborate deeply with colleagues in the Climate & Environment Department and across the newsroom to produce stories that are as powerful as possible.Show a strong commitment to fair and accurate reporting at every stage of the process.
Preferred Qualifications:
A track record of producing exclusive stories and investigations.A high metabolism and disciplined, rigorous approach to reporting.Strong analytical, data and writing skills.A commitment to engaging in a range of storytelling forms, including visually led approaches.
This position is based in our Washington, D.C., newsroom.
Interested applicants should upload a résumé, a cover letter and three clips (as PDFs) to our jobs portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, but those received by Aug. 16 will be prioritized. The cover letter should be addressed to Managing Editor Scott Vance, Climate and Environment Editor Zachary Goldfarb and Deputy Climate and Environment Editor Juliet Eilperin.
Compensation and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is: $97, $162, The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.
Compensation and Benefits
Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:
Competitive medical, dental and vision coverageCompany-paid pension and 401(k) matchThree weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leaveNine paid holidays and two personal days20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parentRobust mental health resourcesBackup care and caregiver concierge servicesGender affirming servicesPet insuranceFree Post digital subscriptionLeadership and career development programs
Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.
The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed.
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