Legislative Public Information Writer, Nonpartisan

MN House Of Representatives; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned sick time

Paid holidays

Earned overtime

Job summary

The Minnesota House of Representatives is seeking a Writer for the House Public Information Services to produce online content for the 2027 legislative session. The role covers on-site, same-day committee and floor session reporting, with opportunities for longer feature stories.

Strong reporting and writing skills are essential and knowledge of state government is highly valued. These are in-person, hourly, at-will positions beginning Jan.

Qualifications

• Strong reporting and writing skills are required, and news reporting experience is strongly encouraged.
• Must be able to write clearly and quickly about complex subjects.
• Understanding of state government, legislative and office procedures highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide online content during the 2027 legislative session, including on-site, same-day committee and floor session coverage.
• Longer, in-depth feature stories will also be sought.
• Some long and irregular hours may be required.

Skills

Reporting

Writing

News reporting experience

Clear writing

State government knowledge

Job description

The Minnesota House of Representatives is seeking a Writer for the House Public Information Services to produce online content for the 2027 legislative session. The role covers on-site, same-day committee and floor session reporting, with opportunities for longer feature stories.

Strong reporting and writing skills are essential and knowledge of state government is highly valued. These are in-person, hourly, at-will positions beginning Jan.