The First Church of Christ, Scientist
Senior Congressional Correspondent, The Christian Science Monitor - Washington,
The First Church of Christ, Scientist, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Congressional Correspondent, The Christian Science Monitor - Washington, DC
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Summary The Senior Congressional Correspondent uses a home base on Capitol Hill to anchor a beat that delves into governing ideals and how they are playing out in politics and policy. The writer will take the lead in Monitor coverage of Congress and is also encouraged to pursue additional government and politics stories as opportunities allow. The correspondent’s call to act is to think and act strategically, resisting the urge to get lost in granular details. They must be relentlessly committed to discerning what matters most for Monitor readers, identifying deeper patterns behind events, and challenging accepted narratives about lawmakers and lawmaking.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Embrace the newsroom’s three culture pillars: scrappy, rigorous, and unwavering fidelity to the mission.
Demonstrate strong reporting instincts, persistence, and professionalism in sourcing valuable information.
Show mastery of deadline writing and in-depth pieces, including features.
Practice editorial rigor resulting in strong story angles and energetic writing.
Engage collaboratively with editors and other writers.
Travel as required.
Communicate effectively with editors and senior management.
Have a keen understanding of how democratic institutions work within the constitutional structure.
Comply with Monitor Ethics Policy (no taking public positions on political or public-issue campaigns).
Reporting Relationships Supervisor: Politics Editor. Regular contacts include National News Editor, other National desk editors, and National correspondents.
Requirements
Minimum: A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years newspaper experience (or equivalent).
Preferred: Membership in The Mother Church is valued but not required.
Work Environment Works in a bureau office environment located in Washington, D.C.
Engagement with Christian Science Membership in The Mother Church is valued, but not required. The Senior Congressional Correspondent respects that while the Monitor is not a sectarian publication, it is grounded in the healing mission of the Church. The correspondent is receptive to developing a deeper understanding of how that mission informs and uplifts our journalism. For more background, see www.CSMonitor.com/About.
Compensation Pay range: $100,541 - $130,702.40 annually.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
Employment Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing.
Industries: Religious Institutions, Non‑profit Organizations, Technology, Information and Media.
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Summary The Senior Congressional Correspondent uses a home base on Capitol Hill to anchor a beat that delves into governing ideals and how they are playing out in politics and policy. The writer will take the lead in Monitor coverage of Congress and is also encouraged to pursue additional government and politics stories as opportunities allow. The correspondent’s call to act is to think and act strategically, resisting the urge to get lost in granular details. They must be relentlessly committed to discerning what matters most for Monitor readers, identifying deeper patterns behind events, and challenging accepted narratives about lawmakers and lawmaking.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Embrace the newsroom’s three culture pillars: scrappy, rigorous, and unwavering fidelity to the mission.
Demonstrate strong reporting instincts, persistence, and professionalism in sourcing valuable information.
Show mastery of deadline writing and in-depth pieces, including features.
Practice editorial rigor resulting in strong story angles and energetic writing.
Engage collaboratively with editors and other writers.
Travel as required.
Communicate effectively with editors and senior management.
Have a keen understanding of how democratic institutions work within the constitutional structure.
Comply with Monitor Ethics Policy (no taking public positions on political or public-issue campaigns).
Reporting Relationships Supervisor: Politics Editor. Regular contacts include National News Editor, other National desk editors, and National correspondents.
Requirements
Minimum: A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years newspaper experience (or equivalent).
Preferred: Membership in The Mother Church is valued but not required.
Work Environment Works in a bureau office environment located in Washington, D.C.
Engagement with Christian Science Membership in The Mother Church is valued, but not required. The Senior Congressional Correspondent respects that while the Monitor is not a sectarian publication, it is grounded in the healing mission of the Church. The correspondent is receptive to developing a deeper understanding of how that mission informs and uplifts our journalism. For more background, see www.CSMonitor.com/About.
Compensation Pay range: $100,541 - $130,702.40 annually.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
Employment Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing.
Industries: Religious Institutions, Non‑profit Organizations, Technology, Information and Media.
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