State Politics Reporter

The Reno Gazette Journal/rgj.com,part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is searching for a state politics reporter who can cut through the horserace and insider nonsense and write for ordinary Nevadans who have to live with the consequences. We need someone who is driven by getting scoops while finding opportunities to take on watchdog and enterprise stories in Carson City that will have a statewide impact. Our ideal candidate produces smart, contextual stories on tight deadlines while developing high-impact journalism on longer-term schedules. This reporter should be passionate about telling our readers everything they need to know about Nevada politics — from breaking news to analysis that helps them understand what’s at stake in the issue at hand. This role will fit your style if you’re a resourceful, flexible and creative journalist who understands the urgency of breaking news as well as when to continue pursuing a story and go deeper. The Reno Gazette Journal is the leading news organization in Northern Nevada, focusing on journalism that changes lives and laws for the better. Reno is no stranger to major breaking news events — and Nevada is a one-of-a-kind state when it comes to stories. We are part of a thriving metropolitan area that includes about 470,000 residents.