Managing Editor, Politics and Leadership

FiscalNote; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

FiscalNote is seeking a Managing Editor, Politics and Leadership based in Washington, DC. You will lead a newsroom team covering federal government, campaigns, and leadership, shaping editorial vision across CQ Roll Call platforms and Roll Call products.

You will oversee content strategy, mentor editors, and ensure high-quality reporting with rigorous standards. The role requires 10+ years in daily journalism and 3+ years in management, plus familiarity with CQ/Roll Call systems.

Qualifications

• Submit four published writing samples demonstrating reporting and writing ability.
• Based in Washington, DC with daily presence in the office at 1201 Pennsylvania Avenue, 6th Floor.
• 10+ years of work experience in daily journalism with increasing levels of responsibility including 3+ years in management.
• Knowledge of CQ Roll Call systems and processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of editors and reporters focused on the three branches of the federal government, plus campaigns.
• Help determine content for CQ products, newsletters and CQ website.
• Set the plan for each print edition, Roll Call website and newsletter.
• Coordinate with team leaders and assignment editors to execute the editorial vision.
• Mentor and coach newsroom staff and provide feedback.
• Write and perform second edits for other team coverage.
• Edit newsletters and columns as needed.
• Moderate panels, webinars, and newsroom events including podcasts.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Newsroom experience

CQ Roll Call knowledge

Bachelor's degree

10+ years journalism

Management experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

Job description

About the Position

Reporting to the CQ Roll Call Editor in Chief, the Managing Editor, Politics and Leadership helps set the editorial vision for all journalism and content across the CQ Roll Call platforms, with a particular focus on campaigns, members of Congress and congressional leadership.

About the CQ Roll Call Team

Washington’s CQ Roll Call brings up-to-date news, analysis and insights to senior decision-makers on Capitol Hill. This trusted source of unbiased, impartial information provides authoritative, nonpartisan and accurate congressional news and legislative tracking tools to its subscribers. Through more than 40 print and online products, CQ Roll Call offers insight on the people and institutions that influence public policy and legislation, keeping readers updated on a weekly, daily and real-time basis with coverage of every legislative action in Congress via breaking news, bill tracking, and member profiles.

Application Requirements:

All applicants must submit four (4) published writing samples from newspapers, news websites or news magazines that demonstrate reporting and writing ability.

The position is based in Washington, DC and requires a daily presence in our office at 1201 Pennsylvania Avenue, 6th Floor. The base salary range for this position is $120,000 - 140,000 per year.

What to Expect in This Role

• Managing a team of editors and their reporters focused on the three branches of the federal government: legislative, executive and judicial, as well as political campaigns.
• Helping determine content for CQ products, including CQ Magazine, newsletters and CQ website.
• Helping determine content for Roll Call newspaper, including setting the plan for each print edition, as well as the Roll Call website and newsletter.
• Coordinating with team leaders and assignment editors as needed to ensure the editorial vision is carried out for all journalism and content across the CQ Roll Call platforms.
• Coordinating with the Managing Editor for Legislative Policy on operations and production, including content needs for both the CQ and Roll Call websites, Roll Call newspaper and CQRC newsletters, committee markups and congressional profiles.
• Coordinating with the Managing Editor for News Production on operations and production, including content needs for both the CQ and Roll Call websites, Roll Call newspaper and CQRC newsletters.
• Providing regular and constructive feedback, coaching and mentoring to any direct reports and fellow editors and staff writers across the newsroom.
• Writing and doing second edits for other team coverage as needed.
• Editing columnists for Roll Call as needed.
• Editing newsletters as needed.
• Moderating panel discussions, webinars, and other newsroom and corporate events, including CQ Roll Call podcasts.

What Sets You Apart

• Experience working in a newsroom in an editor role
• Knowledge of CQ and RollCall systems and processes
• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• 10+ years of work experience in daily journalism, preferably focused on policy and political stories about the federal government, with increasing levels of responsibility including 3+ years in management roles

Excited about this role, but don't meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We'd still love for you to apply!

When applying to FiscalNote, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Our Recruiting team maintains awareness of all open roles which means your application may be assessed against multiple positions and we will reach out to gauge your interest in other opportunities as appropriate. Questions or concerns? Contact [e-mail], we'd be happy to connect!

As part of FiscalNote's commitment to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with medical conditions or disabilities that will enable their access to the hiring process. If you need an accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] to let us know the nature of your request.

About FiscalNote

FiscalNote is a leader in policy and global intelligence. By uniquely combining data, technology, and insights, FiscalNote empowers customers with critical insights and the tools to turn them into action.

Home to CQ, FrontierView, VoterVoice, and many other industry-leading brands, FiscalNote helps organizations stay ahead of political and business risk.

At FiscalNote, We Lead with Values

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Company Benefits

FiscalNote supports our people by enabling team members with flexibility and benefits to promote well-being and balance, ensuring all FiscalNoters can bring their authentic selves to work. We start by offering competitive salaries, retirement accounts, and equity packages to ensure we’re all FN owners. Plus, our comprehensive benefits packages align with regional requirements and expectations no matter where you are located across the globe. Learn more at https://careers.fiscalnote.com/benefits/.

FiscalNote values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation or age. FiscalNote is an EEOC employer.

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