Politics Editor

Key Responsibilities: Lead STLPR's coverage of politics and government across the St. Louis region, Missouri and Illinois. Develop and execute coverage plans for elections, legislative sessions, major political events and other significant developments, including coordination with editors and reporters across the newsroom. Oversee STLPR's Jefferson City reporting team and help coordinate coverage of Missouri state government and the legislature. Coordinate the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, working with the political team to develop timely, informative and engaging topics that provide audiences with context and perspective on Missouri and Illinois politics and policy. Edit broadcast scripts, web stories, and briefs for clarity, accuracy and consistency with STLPR's editorial standards and voice. Supervise and edit stories from STLPR's political reporting team, providing clear direction, regular feedback and support for professional development. Occasionally edit high-impact stories outside of your direct team, particularly when subject matter expertise or newsroom need arises. Supervision Received: The Politics Editor reports to the Managing Editor of News. Supervision Exercised: This position supervises a team of 4 reporters and may occasionally coordinate with interns or freelance contributors.

Location: This position is based in St. Louis. The Politics Editor must live in or relocate to the region. A moving allowance is available in applicable situations. Shift40 hours a week, M-F with occasional on-call/weekend editing shift Minimum QualificationsA Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary Preferred QualificationsAdditionally, we are looking for candidates with the following: At least five years of professional newsroom experience, with at least two years in an editing, producing or assigning role. Strong editing skills and a track record of improving clarity, structure and depth in others' work. Proven ability to manage fast-moving news while maintaining accuracy and editorial integrity. Familiarity with a newsroom CMS, audio scripting formats, and AP Style. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working across teams. Strong organizational skills and comfort managing shifting priorities on deadline.

Preferred: Experience covering politics in Missouri and Illinois, with an understanding of legislatures in both states. Familiarity with the St. Louis region and its communities. Comfort editing both audio and digital formats. Experience managing or mentoring reporters. Interest in contributing to the development of sustainable newsroom workflows. Anticipated Hiring Range$70,000 - $86,632 Grade: GGS-011 University Title: MEDIA PRODUCTION DIRECTOR III Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR. Application MaterialsApplication materials include a cover letter and resume. Finalists will be asked to provide references at a later date. Applicants must combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment to the UMSL Careers: https://www.umsl.edu/services/hrs/careers/index.html Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.). For questions about the application process, please email employment@umsl.edu. If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu Sponsorship InformationEmployment visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Benefit EligibilityThis position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu.