Reporter (Report for America)

The Concord Monitor is a Pulitzer Prize-winning daily newspaper located in New Hampshire’s capital city. We strive to publish people-driven narrative stories and high-quality investigative journalism. The Monadnock Ledger-Transcript is a twice-weekly paper circulated in the southwestern portion of the state that is committed to local journalism that matters. Both news outlets aim to be digital-first publications. Our parent company is Newspapers of New England, a family-owned business.
Open Position

Location: Concord, New Hampshire

Beat: New Hampshire state government, politics and democracy
Position:

New Hampshire has a citizen-driven legislature with 400 House members, 24 state senators, and a five-person Executive Council that works with the governor to approve major nominations and spending contracts. The state is unique with its "Live Free or Die" motto and tax structure that puts a tremendous burden on property owners. Several major policy decisions lay ahead to cover, including the legalization of recreational marijuana and efforts to protect abortion in the state Constitution.

Salary and Benefits:
$38,000-$43,000 based on experience

The position includes health, dental and vision insurance coverage. Employees receive two weeks of paid vacation per year with one additional week of vacation earned after the first year. Plus, employees receive three personal days, seven paid holidays and five sick days. A company laptop is offered and $32 per month cell phone reimbursement is provided.