Public Safety Reporter

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily public safety developments
• Quickly respond to breaking news, gathering information from multiple sources and providing real-time updates
• Develop and maintain a network of sources within law enforcement agencies, emergency services, community organizations and advocacy groups to stay informed about ongoing issues and emerging trends
• Tell the stories of those impacted by crime
• Highlight neighborhood efforts to address crime and its impact
• Juggle breaking, daily and in-depth stories
• Use metrics to inform story decisions

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master’s in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1-3 years related experience preferred, but recent graduates will be considered
• Strong communication skills, news judgment and headline-writing ability
• Ability to multitask and excel in a fast-paced environment under intense deadline pressure
• Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently with a team of journalists
• Strong writing, spelling and grammar skills and knowledge of AP style
• Command of principles of ethical conduct

Qualifications

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Skills

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Benefits

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce.

Pay

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