County & Courts Reporter

Description:

The Bonner County Daily Bee has a rare and immediate opportunity in beautiful Sandpoint, Idaho. The County and Courts reporter covers county government, the judicial and law enforcement activities in Bonner County, other vital news topics in the greater Sandpoint area, and general assignment stories. If you join our team, you will generate stories, photos, and videos for online and print social media editions.

Our offices are located in the Greater Pacific Northwest. We are lucky to live in a gorgeous part of the world that boasts four distinct and beautiful seasons and is home to some epic lakes, rivers, and mountains. It’s a recreational wonderland. OH, and Schweitzer Mountain ski resort is only 20 minutes away, so it’s a perfect fit for a reporter who loves the outdoors, fresh air, and freedom!

The Bonner County Daily Bee is a proud part of The Hagadone Corporation. As a vital member of the Hagadone Media Group, we work closely with our colleagues in 16 news organizations and communities across Idaho, Montana, and Washington.

Are you:

• A go-getter with a GREAT outlook on life?
• A team player who believes in this industry?
• Looking for a company that values journalism?
• Seeking a team that you can grow with? Foster a career with?
• Hoping to find a place where community journalism matters?
• Skilled in InDesign, InCopy, and related programs?
• Knowledgeable of Associated Press style and an understanding of the daily newspaper environment?
• A believer that community journalism is the lifeblood of democracy?
• The ability to contribute to a fun, productive, and rewarding culture?

And... do you sincerely desire to leave every person, product, and interaction better than you found it?

If you said YES, we want to talk to you TODAY!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sandpoint, ID: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Journalism or Professional Writing: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Interested candidates can send resumes to managing editor Caroline Lobsinger at clobsinger@bonnercountydailybee.com.