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$97,400 – $162,300
Listed on WaPo’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
A reporter covering D.C. city government at a transformative moment as the city installs its first new mayor in over a decade. This role suits journalists who excel at breaking news, building sources within institutions, and explaining policy to general audiences.
Our summary, not WaPo’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- Track record of government, politics or public policy reporting
- Ability to break news and produce enterprise reporting
- Strong source-building and political navigation skills
- Clear explanation of complex policy
- News judgment and deadline performance
- Collaborative work style
- Commitment to accuracy and journalistic standards