Politics Editor: Lead Regional Coverage & Accountability

University of Missouri-Saint Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Moving allowance

University benefits

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

University of Missouri-Saint Louis seeks a Politics Editor to lead and strengthen coverage of politics and government in the St. Louis region and beyond. The editor will supervise four reporters, coordinate with editors, and oversee Missouri statehouse coverage from Jefferson City.

The role emphasizes shaping daily political news, ensuring accuracy, and driving enterprise reporting in a collaborative newsroom environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum four years of experience in journalism or editing.
• Experience leading and mentoring reporters is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead politics and government coverage for St. Louis region, Missouri and Illinois.
• Develop coverage plans for elections, legislative sessions and events.
• Oversee Jefferson City reporting and coordinate state government coverage.
• Edit scripts, web stories and briefs for accuracy and style.
• Supervise reporters and provide direction and feedback.

Skills

Editing

Newsroom experience

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CMS

Audio scripting formats

AP Style

Job description

University of Missouri-Saint Louis seeks a Politics Editor to lead and strengthen coverage of politics and government in the St. Louis region and beyond. The editor will supervise four reporters, coordinate with editors, and oversee Missouri statehouse coverage from Jefferson City.

The role emphasizes shaping daily political news, ensuring accuracy, and driving enterprise reporting in a collaborative newsroom environment.