Political Accountability Reporter

The Oklahoman part of the USA TODAY NETWORK is looking for an experienced journalist to bolster our coverage of Oklahoma politics and watchdog and accountability reporting. This reporter will offer readers a lens into the inner-workings of Oklahomas government and help lead our campaign coverage ahead of the 2026 elections with a focus on key statewide races. The reporter will also contribute to our legislative coverage by explaining who stands to benefit from or be harmed by legislation making its way through the Capitol. The reporters watchdog duties however will not be limited to only politics but to any accountability stories we deem worthy of are looking for a reporter who can break news build sources obtain and analyze public records and bring to light the stories Oklahomans need to know. The reporter will file a mix of daily and enterprise stories and experiment with alternative storytelling formats such as short-form reporter will contribute to the supportive team-centric environment that defines The Oklahoman :Collaborates well with others and can work with a team on the biggest stories that are accurate and publication to journalistic ethics and the USA Today Style comfortable using online content management systems to file stories with compelling headlines and necessary elements such as hyperlinks and photo social media platforms such as TikTok X Facebook Instagram and Reddit to enhance reporting and promote in a fast-paced news environment and knows how to report breaking news for rapid online basic photos and video as occasional weekends and nights as to speak Spanish would be a :Bachelors or masters degree in communications journalism or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and least five years of reporting or equivalent experience with an emphasis on accountability and watchdog reporting.A valid drivers license reliable transportation and the minimum liability insurance required by state InstructionsWe are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply dont limit your upload to a resume; show us what youve done. To do so put together a single document file that includes the following in this order:Your resume one to two pages.A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what youve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.#Newsgnt#LI-NC1