This position is represented by Pacific Northwest Newspaper Guild Local 37082 (“Grist NewsGuild”).RESPONSIBILITIESConceive of, report, write, and produce stories of varying lengths on topics at the intersection of climate change, policy, politics, and cultureProduce 5-7 stories per month, ranging from 600-1,500 wordsTranslate important trends and news in climate change so readers can understand a warming planet's impact on everyday livesContribute to Grist's newsletters, special packages, and other projects, as requestedBe excited about sharing your methods and talents with your colleagues and learning about theirsOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSAt least two years of relevant experience, preferably focused on climate, energy, and the environment (including fellowships, internships, or academic projects)Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experienceProfessional reporting experience, knowledge, and interest in climateA track record of covering stories of national importance and impactExperience finding sharp, provocative angles on the news of the dayComfort with magazine-style journalismAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple priorities and deadlinesComfort with technology, social media, and digital tools for journalismProficiency with desktop writing tools and web technologies for news gathering and publishingSuperior organizational skills and obsessive attention to detailsAbility to work independently, demonstrate good personal judgment, and exercise a commitment to ethical conduct toward sources, story subjects, and readersExcellent communication, interpersonal, and writing skillsDemonstrated poise, tact, diplomacy, and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organizationAnd it sure would be nice if you also had:Excitement about exploring innovative and creative ways to tell stories in a fast-moving news environmentA passion for helping Grist reach new audiences with climate news and informationThe ability to identify stories that will resonate with readers and demonstrate the intersectionality of climate changeA keen sense of what people are talking about, and ability to monitor a wide variety of sources to stay on top of the zeitgeistInterest in, and ideas for, delivering news on non-Grist platforms like newsletters and social mediaOUR HIRING PROCESSApplicants must submit a resume and cover letter explaining why you're a great fit for this position. Here's what you can expect from our hiring process:30-minute prescreen interview with a member of our HR team60-minute Zoom interview with potential colleagues60-minute Zoom interview with hiring manager60-minute Zoom interview with department headCandidates who are asked to submit a work as a part of the hiring process (i.e., writing test or case study) will be compensated $200.00.If you have any questions or need to request an accommodation, please send an email to hr@grist.org.