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Correspondent, Justice Department at NPR

Department: Washington Desk - NWASHDEducation: education_required

Compensation

$127,500 – $142,000/yr

Setup
Hybrid
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Type
Full-time
Level
senior
Posted

Description

NPR is hiring a full-time Justice Department Correspondent to cover the Department of Justice, federal law enforcement, federal immigration jurisprudence and prosecutions, and related legal policy. The role produces breaking news, investigative and enterprise reporting, and multiplatform content for broadcast, podcasts, digital features, and member stations; it requires at least five years of professional journalism experience, a bachelor's degree or equivalent, and a hybrid work arrangement in Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia. The anticipated salary range is $127,500 to $142,000 plus benefits.

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