D.C. Regional Editor

The Washington Post; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid pension and 401(k) match

Three weeks of vacation

Up to three weeks of paid sick leave

Nine paid holidays

20 weeks paid parental leave

Mental health resources

Free Post digital subscription

Leadership and career development programs

Job summary

The Washington Post is seeking a collaborative editor to lead coverage of the Washington region from its D.C. newsroom. This role requires a strong track record in editing high-quality journalism across topics like politics and community life.

Candidates should demonstrate excellent news judgment and headline-writing skills, alongside familiarity with analytics tools. The salary ranges from $125,000 to $175,000, and competitive benefits including healthcare, parental leave, and a pension plan are provided.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of editing in a fast-paced newsroom.
• Ability to make sound decisions under deadline pressure.
• Experience editing diverse story types, from breaking news to investigations.
• Understanding of digital audience strategies.
• Ability to use data to inform editorial decisions.

Responsibilities

• Edit news, features, and investigative stories with accuracy and engagement.
• Guide breaking news coverage across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
• Write headlines to maximize audience engagement.
• Collaborate with reporters to elevate stories.
• Monitor performance data to inform coverage decisions.

Skills

Editing high-quality journalism

Excellent news judgment

Headline-writing skills

Familiarity with analytics tools

Communication skills

Interest in local news

Job description

Role Overview

The Washington Post is seeking a sharp, collaborative and audience-focused editor to lead coverage of the Washington region, including the District, Maryland and Virginia. This is a central role on the Local desk, shaping coverage that captures the complexity, urgency and humanity of one of the nation’s most dynamic regions.

The editor will work across a wide range of topics—politics, immigration, the economy, and community life—ensuring that our journalism is authoritative, engaging and essential to readers across the region. The position is based in our Washington, D.C., newsroom.

Responsibilities

• Edit news, features, enterprise and investigative stories with a commitment to accuracy, accountability, clarity and engagement.
• Work across subject areas, including immigration, the economy and politics in the Washington region.
• Guide coverage of breaking news across D.C., Maryland and Virginia, ensuring timely and authoritative reporting.
• Write and refine headlines to maximize reach and audience engagement.
• Collaborate with reporters to conceptualize, shape and elevate stories from idea to publication.
• Monitor performance data and audience trends to inform coverage decisions and presentation.
• Coordinate closely with the Local Editor and Deputy Local Editor to shape priorities and coverage strategy.
• Partner with colleagues across the newsroom to elevate coverage of the Washington region and connect local stories to national conversations.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of editing high‑quality journalism in a fast‑paced newsroom.
• Excellent news judgment and the ability to make sound decisions under deadline pressure.
• Experience editing a wide range of story types, from breaking news to enterprise and investigations.
• Strong headline‑writing skills and an understanding of digital audience strategies.
• Familiarity with analytics tools and a demonstrated ability to use data to inform editorial decisions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Deep interest in local news and the issues shaping the Washington region.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $125,000 – $175,000. The actual starting salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company‑paid pension and 401(k) match
• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and two personal days
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
• Robust mental health resources
• Backup care and caregiver concierge services
• Gender‑affirming services
• Pet insurance
• Free Post digital subscription
• Leadership and career development programs

Application Deadline

Interested candidates should upload a résumé and a cover letter to our jobs portal by June10. The cover letter should be addressed to Deputy Local Editor AprilBethea and Local Editor TheresaVargas.