What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Reporter for the Missouri River Basin position at Report for America?
The Indigenous Media Freedom Alliance seeks an experienced environmental reporter to cover the Missouri River basin, including tribal nations along the river. This position is part of the Report for America reporting corps and the Mississippi River Basin Project sponsored by the University of Missouri.
This reporter will tell the stories of how agriculture and multiple uses along the Missouri River basin environmentally impact tribes. The impact of the energy industry, particularly regarding hydraulic fracking, on the Missouri River and its surrounding communities will be explored.
Reporting from Bismarck, North Dakota, this position demands a seasoned journalist with at least five years of experience. Salary is commensurate with experience, and benefits are included.
Applicants should have strong storytelling skills and the ability to convey complex environmental issues in an engaging manner. Experience covering indigenous communities and environmental topics is preferred but not required.
