Government Affairs Investigative Reporter Job at Advance Local in Harrisburg

**Job Description**

**_Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our mission to strengthen and empower the communities we serve._**

_This position pays between $60,000 to $72,000 annually._

PennLive is looking for an innovative reporter to lead our Capitol bureau coverage.

Were seeking someone who can dive in and cover the day-to-day chaos during busy legislative session days, but whose main focus will be watchdog journalism.

We need a curious journalist who can produce coverage with impact. An individual who can build sources, dig into data, follow the money, pinpoint problems, and advocate for taxpayers and people in need.

This isnt an entry-level job. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate she/he has delivered difficult watchdog work before. If thats you, let us know what youve done and bring some ideas about what youll accomplish in Pennsylvanias Capitol.

With your application, please include a cover letter, telling us why youd be a good fit for this position.

**Qualified candidates should have:**

+ A bachelors degree in journalism or communications or related field or equivalent experience.

+ Minimum 5 years reporting experience

+ The ability to work quickly, but with accuracy and good news judgment.

+ Watchdog or investigative journalism experience.

+ Ability to develop and cultivate sources.

+ Good understanding of using social media for research and to engage readers.

+ Digital storytelling skills and open mind to trying new approaches.

+ Relentless curiosity.

Please dont ask if this job can be done remotely. The successful applicant will work primarily out of the Capitol, in Harrisburg, PA, with the option, at times, to work from our newsroom or home.

This job requires reliable transportation to meet with sources and attend events.

**Additional Information**

Advance Local Media offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package with affordable options for your healthcare including medical, dental and vision plans, mental health support options, flexible spending accounts, fertility assistance, a competitive 401(k) plan to help plan for your future, generous paid time off, paid parental and caregiver leave and an employee assistance program to support your work/life balance, optional legal assistance, life insurance options, as well as flexible holidays to honor cultural diversity.

PA Media Group is a part of Advance Local Media, one of the largest media groups in the United States, which operates the leading news and information companies in more than 20 cities, reaching 52+ million people monthly with our quality, real-time journalism and community engagement. Our company is built upon the values of Integrity, Customer-first, Inclusiveness, Collaboration and Forward-looking. For more information about Advance Local, please visit www.advancelocal.com .

PA Media Group is a digitally focused news and information company which publishes and operates PennLive, Penn Studios, The Patriot News and a growing suite of digital, video and print products. The Pulitzer Prize winning Patriot-News has been serving the communities and people of central Pennsylvania since 1854. PA Media Group is committed to being the most comprehensive, in-depth source of news and information for readers delivered how they want it online, on their phone or tablet, and in print.

_Advance Local Media is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, and is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law._

_If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information._

Advance Local Media does not provide sponsorship for work visas or employment authorization in the United States. Only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered for this position.