Editor, Great Divide Education team Job at Boston Globe Media in Boston

Editor, Great Divide Education team

Boston Globe Media is hiring an editor for the Great Divide, an award-winning education unit within The Boston Globe newsroom examining issues of race, identity, class, and opportunities in public education.

Location: Boston, MA. The BGMP office is located in downtown Boston, near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, and is easily accessible by MBTA and commuter rail lines. This position is based in Boston, and candidates should be based in the area or willing to move.

Salary: $90,400 – $112,300 annually.

Responsibilities

• Possess an editorial vision, including beats and areas of coverage
• Assign, edit, and publish stories in a timely manner
• Represent the Globe at community events and industry conferences
• Maintain a budget, expenses, and relationships with vendors

Qualifications

• At least 5–8 years as a reporter and editor
• Prior experience covering topics of education, race, and inequality preferred
• Proven experience managing diverse digital teams to successful results
• An entrepreneurial mindset and ability to think creatively
• Comfortable with change and working within a dynamic team environment
• A willingness to adapt and be audience focused, with a curious mindset and a commitment to creating an inclusive work environment
• A team player who will work closely and collaboratively with other members of the Metro department and the newsroom more widely.

Legal Statements

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

At Boston Globe Media, our mission is to empower, connect, and convene our communities with independent, trusted journalism and storytelling. We know a critical part of achieving this is by having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Boston Globe Media is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates and colleagues of all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and skills.

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