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Reporter

Santa Rosa, CA

Sponsorship not specified$28k-$33kDetected 27 days ago
HelmSOAR

About the role

  • Summary: The Press Democrat is looking for a reporter to helm one of our most important beats: public education in Sonoma and Napa counties.
  • The work involves a mix of quick-turn daily assignments, features, long-form narrative stories and watchdog investigations.
  • A critical component of this job going forward is reporting on the fiscal health of districts and college systems in our region, many of which are struggling with deficits as enrollment drops, costs soar and one-time funding dries up.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver a strong mix of daily spot news, enterprise assignments, and deep-dive projects that showcase investigative and narrative depth
  • Look beyond official board agendas to develop original, proactive story angles while covering essential daytime and evening meetings and events
  • Capacity to manage a steady volume of daily news while staying motivated to uncover and pursue long-form, investigative watchdog opportunities

Requirements

  • Proven ability to translate intricate institutional topics into clear, compelling, and easily digestible stories for everyday readers
  • Comfort analyzing public budgets and the confidence to pose challenging questions to elected officials and bureaucrats
  • A Bachelor's degree is required
  • a university or post-graduate degree in journalism is welcomed
  • Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
  • Must be available for shift work.

Compensation

  • The hourly range is $28.33 - $32.74 + cell phone stipend.
  • Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc.
  • In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Benefits

  • public education in Sonoma and Napa counties.
  • We also carve out considerable space for coverage of solutions and we are looking for a journalist ready to roam far and wide to report stories that raise questions and engage readers in new and thoughtful ways.
  • The hourly range is $28.33 - $32.74 + cell phone stipend.
  • Lead comprehensive coverage of public education in the region, focusing primarily on the largest K-12 districts in Sonoma and Napa counties
  • Drive feature and watchdog reporting for the area's three higher-education institutions: Santa Rosa Junior College, Napa Valley College, and Sonoma State University
  • Navigate the complex landscape of California education policy, politics, and funding, translating these intricate topics into clear, easily digestible stories for everyday readers
  • At least 2 - 3 years of daily newspaper reporting experience, with a strong preference for previous education beat coverage
  • Benefits and Compensation:
  • May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours
  • Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc.

Company info

  • The Press Democrat, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is the leading source of news and information for Sonoma and Napa counties.
  • We are dedicated to providing in-depth local journalism that informs, engages, and holds power accountable.
  • As part of the Northern California Community Newspapers group, The Press Democrat joins forces with sister publications across the region to provide comprehensive local and regional coverage.
  • We are a dynamic, community-focused news organization committed to serving our readers with integrity and innovation across print and digital platforms.
  • Join a team passionate about making a difference in the communities we cover.
  • "4x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023-2026"
  • EEO Statement:
  • We are an equal opportunity employer.
  • All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
  • A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process.
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