Writer (Reporter/Photographer) NF-04 Job at U.S. Department of Defense in Washin

Overview This position is located at Stars and Stripes Central in Washington, D.C. This job is a Pentagon reporter for Stars and Stripes. The job is to report on a range of topics affecting U.S. military service members, including DoD policies, congressional legislation, health care, quality-of-life issues and deployments. Responsibilities Reports and writes stories that adhere to the highest principles of professional journalistic ethics. Provides fairness and balance in all articles and photographs. Aggressively responds to breaking spot news. Reports feature stories that provide diversity and broad audience appeal. Provides photographs to accompany stories and looks for opportunities to supply standalone feature or news photographs. Regularly produces profile stories and longer pieces on significant newsmakers and leaders within the coverage area. Develops an understanding of newsmakers and events and is able to provide perspective for the readership. Requirements Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required. Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. A one year probationary period may be required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation. Extensive temporary duty travel is required, to include travel to conflict/war zones and other hazardous areas. Valid motor vehicle operator's permit (US and/or local military-issued license in assigned area) required. #J-18808-Ljbffr