Lee Enterprises Inc is hiring: City/County Government Reporter-Billings, MT in B
Lee Enterprises Inc, Billings, MT, United States, 59107
Overview
City/County Government Reporter - Billings Gazette
The Billings Gazette, Montana's largest newspaper, is looking for a full-time city/county government reporter to cover the state's largest city. The reporter should be eager to cover council meetings and investigations into topics such as sewage plant operations, tax district issues, and local government impacts on readers. The role emphasizes long-term investigative and enterprise reporting that serves as watchdog journalism, with the ability to ask tough questions, investigate trends, and find fresh angles.
We have a vibrant and hardworking newsroom, which provides a strong environment for a new reporter to develop skills and grow as a writer. We work hard and have fun.
A bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field is preferred. Strong recent graduates with reporting experience will be considered. Social media and video experience are a plus.
Why Billings?
Billings touts itself as Montana's trailhead and is a gateway to Yellowstone National Park, the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Area, the Beartooth Scenic Byway, the Badlands of Eastern Montana, the Crazy Mountains, and Paradise Valley, with ample outdoor recreation opportunities. The city also offers a vibrant dining and arts scene, including venues like Art House, the Alberta Bair, and a large art museum, along with numerous restaurants and venues.
Why Lee?
Lee Enterprises offers competitive wages in a dynamic, interesting work environment with opportunities for career growth. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company-provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance, a 401K with company match, and generous paid time off, including paid parental leave for new parents.
Lee Enterprises is a major subscription and advertising platform and a leading provider of local news and information, with daily newspapers, digital products, and nearly 350 weekly and specialty publications serving 75 markets in 26 states. Our legacy websites and acquisitions reach more than 34 million digital visitors. Lee is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. For more information, visit www.lee.net.