D.C. City Hall Reporter
About The Position
The Washington Post is seeking an aggressive, curious and enterprising reporter to cover D.C. City Hall at a pivotal moment in the city’s history. This reporter will chronicle the arrival of the District’s first new mayor in more than a decade, covering the transition of power, the personalities shaping the new government and the policy decisions that will affect more than 700,000 residents. The beat sits at the center of some of the region’s most important stories, from housing affordability and economic development to public safety, transportation, education and the future of downtown Washington. We are looking for a journalist who thrives on accountability reporting, source-building and explanatory journalism. The ideal candidate will have the curiosity and persistence to reveal how decisions are made inside city government, the urgency to break news on a competitive beat and the storytelling skills to help readers understand how local government affects their daily lives. This is a rare opportunity to cover the beginning of a new political era in the nation’s capital and to help define how audiences understand the city's future. This position is based in our Washington, D.C., newsroom.
Requirements
- A track record of strong reporting on government, politics, public policy or related subjects.
- Demonstrated ability to break news and produce impactful enterprise reporting.
- Strong source-building skills and comfort navigating political institutions.
- Ability to explain complex policy issues clearly and engagingly.
- Excellent news judgment and the ability to work effectively under deadline pressure.
- A collaborative mindset and eagerness to work across teams.
- A commitment to accuracy, fairness and the highest standards of journalism.
Responsibilities
- Cover the mayor’s office, D.C. Council and key agencies, producing timely and authoritative reporting on city government.
- Break news on the policies, politics and personalities shaping the District of Columbia’s future.
- Develop and maintain sources throughout city government and within advocacy organizations, neighborhoods and the business community.
- Track the implementation and impact of major policy initiatives, helping readers understand how decisions affect their communities.
- Produce enterprise and accountability stories that illuminate how power operates at City Hall and how it affects the public.
- Cover campaigns, elections, budget debates and other major political developments affecting the District.
- Collaborate with visual journalists, data reporters and editors to create compelling, multi-format storytelling.
- Identify emerging issues and trends that will shape the future of the city.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
- Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
- Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
- Nine paid holidays and two personal days
- 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
- Robust mental health resources
- Backup care and caregiver concierge services
- Gender affirming services
- Pet insurance
- Free Post digital subscription
- Leadership and career development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
