Remote Managing Editor for Civic News & Investigations

The Maine Monitor; Maine, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cell phone stipend

Retirement plan with 3% employer match

Expense reimbursement

Short-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Remote work and flex time

Job summary

The Maine Monitor is seeking a Monitor Local Managing Editor to oversee day-to-day operations and editorial vision for civic news across Maine. You will lead the team, coordinate with editors, freelancers and interns, and drive high-impact public service journalism.

The role requires leadership, strong editing skills, and a commitment to diversity, with opportunities to guide multiple newsletters and participate in outreach and fundraising activities.

Qualifications

• Has some newsroom leadership experience and a track record of producing and editing impactful, human-centered journalism.
• Is a collaborative editor, manager, and mentor who loves to champion and support the work of a team and has experience developing the skills of early career journalists.
• Has knowledge of the State of Maine and the issues facing its residents from the coast to the rural woodlands.
• Is an organized and creative leader who can articulate and execute a vision.
• Is committed to building a caring work environment and culture by respectfully providing and accepting feedback, encouraging and modeling work-life balance, and embodying a growth mindset.
• Has outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Co-leads the day-to-day editorial operation of Monitor Local, working with the editor.
• Identifies and oversees contract work with freelance reporters and photographers, in consultation with the editor.
• Identifies and develops newsroom talent, and inspires freelancers by providing meaningful feedback and creating opportunities for professional growth and achievement.
• In partnership with the editor, manages the Dirigo Reporting internship, including recruiting, editing, and mentoring.
• Practices good stewardship with company resources, including prudent management of the newsroom operational budget.
• Builds and maintains collaborative and strategic partnerships with other newsrooms in coordination with the editor, audience team and MCPIR Executive Director.
• Collaborates across the organization and supports The Maine Monitor in fundraising efforts, including participating in outreach and fundraising events and occasional editing of donor campaign materials.

Skills

Newsroom leadership

Editing

Mentoring

Collaboration

Maine knowledge

Editorial vision

Job description

The Maine Monitor is seeking a Monitor Local Managing Editor to oversee day-to-day operations and editorial vision for civic news across Maine. You will lead the team, coordinate with editors, freelancers and interns, and drive high-impact public service journalism.

The role requires leadership, strong editing skills, and a commitment to diversity, with opportunities to guide multiple newsletters and participate in outreach and fundraising activities.