Investigative Education Reporter (Remote, Newark)

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

PTO 20 days

401(k) match

Parental leave

Cell/Internet stipend

Job summary

Civic News Company is seeking a Newark Reporter for Chalkbeat to cover Newark schools with investigative rigor and accountability. You will develop diverse sources, report deeply, and craft compelling stories that inform local communities and policymakers.

The role is fully remote eligible and based in the Newark area, offering a salary range of $75,000 to $90,000 plus a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in journalism.
• Expertise in investigative techniques; using public records and data to find compelling stories.
• Breaking news metabolism and decisiveness.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Connections to Newark.
• Fluency in a language other than English, especially Spanish or Portuguese.

Responsibilities

• Beat and accountability reporting for Newark schools.
• Source development and relationship-building with diverse communities.
• Strong writing and reporting to produce clear, compelling stories.
• Represent Chalkbeat publicly at events and in the community.

Skills

Journalism experience

Source development

Investigative techniques

Breaking news

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Job description

Civic News Company is seeking a Newark Reporter for Chalkbeat to cover Newark schools with investigative rigor and accountability. You will develop diverse sources, report deeply, and craft compelling stories that inform local communities and policymakers.

The role is fully remote eligible and based in the Newark area, offering a salary range of $75,000 to $90,000 plus a generous benefits package.