Investigative Reporter Job at Investigative Reporters and Editors in Jackson

Investigative Reporter at Investigative Reporters and Editors Deep South Today — the nonprofit newsroom network that includes Mississippi Today in Jackson, Verite News in New Orleans, and The Current in Lafayette — is launching a first‑of‑its‑kind partnership with The New York Times to expand investigative journalism across the Deep South. Together, we’re building a regional investigative team that will dig deep into the systems and decisions shaping life in the Deep South, with a focus on exposing abuses of power, corruption and injustices that too often go unchecked. Reports to: Lead Investigative Editor About The Role You’ll be based inside the Pulitzer Prize‑winning Mississippi Today newsroom while working alongside a regional team that includes a dedicated editor, reporters, data journalists, and partner newsrooms at The New York Times on stories that dig deep, expose injustices and demand accountability. Your primary responsibility is to produce original, revelatory reporting that people can’t ignore. This is a full‑time role with benefits. We’re Looking For a Reporter Who Has a proven record of important enterprise or investigative stories. Yearns to tell stories that are both deeply reported and powerfully written. Is excited to pursue ambitious stories — from systemic failures to corruption — that others have overlooked. Knows their way around public records and is comfortable digging into big stacks of documents. Strives to collaborate closely with a sharp team that includes data journalists, editors, reporters, and partner newsrooms. We’re committed to building an inclusive newsroom that represents the people and communities we serve. We especially encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply for this position, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people and people who are differently abled. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries Non‑profit Organizations #J-18808-Ljbffr