Local Government Editor
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_onEssex Lane, Greenway / Upper Kirby, Greenway, Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77027, United States
About the Role
The Houston Chronicle is seeking a Local Government Editor to lead coverage of Houston City Hall, Harris County, and the region's fast-growing suburbs. As the nation's fourth-largest city, Houston and its politically significant county are at the center of a years-long clash between a Democratic-run county and a Republican state government. Decisions made here influence policy debates across Texas and increasingly at the national level.
This editor will play a central role in advancing the Chronicle's core content strategy: being first and best at breaking news, delivering high-impact exclusive reporting, and helping residents live here. Local government coverage sits at the center of that mission, explaining how decisions about flooding, housing, public safety, taxes, infrastructure, and growth shape daily life. You will lead a team responsible for competitive breaking news, agenda-setting coverage, and service journalism that makes Houston easier to navigate.
You will join a newsroom recognized nationally for innovation and investigative work, focused on growing digital audiences and deepening subscriber engagement.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
Essex Lane, Greenway / Upper Kirby, Greenway, Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77027, United States
Houston, Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSet the vision and daily news agenda for city and county government coverage
- check_circleLead a team of reporters to break news competitively and authoritatively
- check_circleDrive high-impact accountability and enterprise reporting
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Frequently asked questions about Local Government Editor at Hearst
What does a Local Government Editor at Hearst do?expand_more
A Local Government Editor at Hearst is responsible for the following: Set the vision and daily news agenda for city and county government coverage; Lead a team of reporters to break news competitively and authoritatively; Drive high-impact accountability and enterprise reporting; and Edit and elevate work across formats including breaking news, explainers, and data projects.
What are the requirements for this Local Government Editor role?expand_more
Hearst is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 8 years of relevant journalism experience; significant experience as a senior reporter and/or editor covering government or politics; and knowledge of Houston and Harris County government or comparable experience in another major metro.
Where is the Local Government Editor role at Hearst located?expand_more
Local Government Editor at Hearst is based in Essex Lane, Greenway / Upper Kirby, Greenway, Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77027, United States. This is a hybrid role.
Is this Local Government Editor job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Hearst has listed this Local Government Editor role as hybrid.