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Immigration and DHS Reporter

Immigration and DHS Reporter

CompanyThe Washington Post
LocationWashington, DC, USA
Salary$122500 – $204100
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Deep understanding of U.S. immigration policy
  • Robust network of sources in the Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and other federal agencies
  • Ability to report and write breaking news with speed and precision
  • Commitment to fair, accurate, and rigorous reporting, upholding the highest standards of journalism ethics

Responsibilities

  • Break news about federal immigration and border enforcement policies
  • Deliver ambitious analysis and enterprise stories shaped by original reporting and fresh insights
  • Develop and maintain high-level sources

Preferred Qualifications

  • A high metabolism and proven ability to report and write breaking news with speed and precision
  • A track record of delivering exclusive news and impactful enterprise stories on a competitive beat
  • A deep understanding of U.S. immigration policy and border enforcement, and the ways decisions in Washington can impact communities around the country