American Public Media Group is hiring: Deputy Managing Editor – Investigative Jo

Deputy Managing Editor – Investigative Journalism

American Public Media Group, St. Paul, MN – Salary: $110,000–$130,000 USD. The Deputy Managing Editor (DME) guides the APM Reports team within MPR News, leading award‑winning investigative and documentary reporting across the organization. The DME will lead the team on complex, original journalism, set vision, mentor staff, uphold high standards, and work with partners and networks for investigative projects.

Position Summary

A thriving mission‑driven multimedia organization, MPR produces award‑winning news, information, and music programming. Across our organization we build a collaborative workplace where diverse voices and inclusion are essential. As the journalism pillar of the MPR family, MPR News is committed to courageous, impactful reporting that holds the powerful accountable, gives voice to the voiceless, and uncovers wrongdoing. The DME will be an inspiring, insightful leader, mentor, and collaborator, creating journalism that serves the public interest, coordinating with stakeholders, teams, and departments.

Work Schedule

This position will be based in Minnesota, with occasional nights, weekends, and holidays in addition to regular hours.

Compensation and Location

Expected Compensation Range: $110,000–$130,000 USD annualized.

Work Location: St. Paul, MN

Application Deadline: Until filled.

Application Process: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; we are not sponsoring work visas.

Position Responsibilities

• Manage team workflows to maintain a broad content stream and impactful stories for all channels
• Lead the MPR News/APM Reports editorial leadership team; ensure teams meet daily and project deadlines
• Assist with determining news coverage priorities
• Participate in and help lead editorial meetings
• Assign stories and support MPR News coverage needs and processes
• Coordinate across channels, including digital, production, images, video, graphics, and marketing
• Foster a knowledge‑sharing environment
• Work on special projects as assigned
• Champion and develop high journalism standards for enterprise reporting

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 5 years of editorial, enterprise, and/or supervisory journalism experience
• 10 years of journalism reporting or producing experience

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Proficient in news gathering, editing, and fact‑checking
• Experienced with AP Style and data journalism reporting
• Proven track record of editing original, complex investigative stories on tight deadlines
• History of producing sophisticated, high‑quality journalism on complex topics
• Strong capacity for managing teams and multi‑stakeholder reporting
• Experience with legally sensitive or confidential information and discretion
• Ability to handle multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight timelines
• Ability to work and lead efficiently, calmly, and cooperatively under deadline pressure
• Willingness to innovate, learn new skills, and create ways to serve the audience across channels

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with long‑format or podcasting production
• Ability to inspire, mentor, and build successful teams
• Strategic and digital thinker who never buries the lead
• Innovative learner creating the future of enterprise and investigative journalism across channels
• Capable of delivering for all channels in breaking‑news situations
• Familiarity with digital and production systems such as CMS and audio production

Reporting to

APM Reports team members

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Must be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work outside standard office hours as needed
• Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods
• Required to move about in the community
• Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping
• Moderate noise level

Benefits

APMG offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical plans with HSA and FSA options, dental, vision, life, short‑term and long‑term disability, paid parental and caregiver leave (after 1 year), 3 weeks of vacation per year (prorated), 12 days of sick time, 10 holidays plus 2 floating holidays, volunteer time, long‑term care and critical illness coverage, employee assistance program, 403(b) retirement plan, and more.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

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