Senior Reporter

The RoleGovernment Executive is seeking a Senior Reporter to join our newsroom covering the federal workforce, agency leadership and Congress. You will report on federal agency operations and management, focusing on agencies such as Homeland Security, Treasury, State and Veterans Affairs, the Social Security Administration, and how White House decisions impact career federal employees. You will also cover key developments on Capitol Hill, including oversight hearings, government shutdowns, funding and policy debates, and legislation shaping federal agencies and the workforce. This position reports directly to the Executive Editor. The role can accommodate remote or hybrid work, but candidates must be based in the Washington, D.C., area.Our Ideal Candidate Is:Drawn to complex topics and able to present them in clear and accessible languageCurious and enjoys reading studies, speaking with federal leaders, managers and researchers, and turning data into clear, engaging storiesRelishes working with a team of reporters and editors who bring different perspectives and produce high‑quality journalismA confident speaker who enjoys discussion in various formats, from phone calls with sources to television interviews, podcasts, and live or virtual eventsResponsibilitiesBreak news and produce daily reporting on federal agencies, Congress, and the White HouseWrite longer stories, features, and interviewsCover oversight hearings, shutdowns, budget fights, and other major policy developments on Capitol HillReport on how agency decisions affect federal workers and how government programs are runDevelop original reporting through strong sourcing across agencies, Congress, and federal employee groupsUse data, reports, and public records to produce clear and accurate storiesCover events and conferences and represent Government Executive as a moderator, panelist, or speaker at live and virtual eventsQualifications7+ years of journalism or related experience covering government, policy, or similar fieldsStrong reporting and writing skills with a record of accurate daily journalismAbility to explain complex issues in clear, direct languageExperience working in a fast‑moving newsroomStrong understanding of AP StyleComfort speaking on panels, podcasts, and at eventsBenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance plans401(k) retirement plan with company matchOpen time off policyTwelve weeks paid parental leaveSupportive, collaborative teamsUnique opportunity to help government officials from a private sector companyExpansive learning and development opportunitiesPermanent remote work in 20+ states across the US, with the option to work out of Washington, DC, New York, or Connecticut officesCompensationThe compensation range for this role is $80,000 to $100,000 per year.Government Executive Media Group, Inc. and its affiliates ("GovExec") are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate against our applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.#J-18808-Ljbffr