Assistant Government Editor

Hearst•Dallas, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Accountability reporting defines The Dallas Morning News. This editor helps lead our local government team, guiding coverage of the city of Dallas, Dallas County and Collin County, and working closely with political reporters in Dallas, Austin and Washington. The role blends sharp editing, newsroom leadership and strong story ideas to produce journalism that informs and challenges readers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field
At least two to five years of newsroom editing experience
Strong editing instincts and planning skills
Working knowledge of SEO and digital storytelling
Confidence making fast decisions on deadline
Solid news judgment, accuracy and headline skill
Ability to adapt quickly as news shifts
Clear, direct and collaborative communicator

Responsibilities

Set the daily news agenda and build long-range projects that stand apart
Drive original ideas rooted in diverse communities and perspectives
Embrace creative storytelling devices.
Insist on reporting that is fair, accurate, deeply sourced and clearly written
Step into breaking news coverage across digital platforms when needed
Manage multiple deadlines with sound judgment and speed
Lead, coach and mentor reporters, strengthening their work
Identify stories with clear audience and digital impact
Shape stories for digital reach through strong headlines, SEO, links and visuals
Use analytics and audience insight to sharpen coverage
Responsible for all aspects of employee management, including recruitment, interviewing, selection, onboarding, and retention
Conduct regular performance evaluations; provide constructive feedback and coaching to support employee development and accountability
Administer progressive discipline and counseling as needed, in alignment with company policies and procedures
Oversee scheduling, workload distribution, and delegation of responsibilities to ensure balanced team performance and productivity