Des Moines Bureau Chief

Des Moines Bureau Chief - Iowa Statehouse
Lee Enterprises is seeking an ambitious, collaborative and driven journalist to lead our Des Moines bureau, directing statewide coverage of government, politics and public policy in Iowa.
This is a high-impact leadership role at the center of power in Iowa, responsible for setting the agenda on how our newsrooms cover the statehouse, governor's office and statewide elections - and how those decisions affect communities across the state.
What you'll do
As bureau chief, you will be covering Iowa's political ecosystem including the Legislature and governor to state agencies, campaigns and the influence networks that shape policy.
The Lee Enterprises Des Moines Bureau Chief works with the two bureau reporters from the Cedar Rapids Gazette in a shared bureau, coordinating coverage and sharing articles.
Duties:

• Focus on statewide coverage of government and politics, setting priorities that resonat...