Watchdog Reporter Sought to Focus on Education
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
By: Stuart Shinske

Join the news operation the Associated Press called the best in New York State in its circulation category -- and show how tax dollars are spent and misspent in New York's beautiful Hudson River Valley.

Love to break the big story? Crunch data to reveal unknown trends? Have your stories drive change? The Poughkeepsie Journal seeks an experienced investigative reporter to create exclusive watchdog content on all platforms. The successful candidate is experienced in building and analyzing databases, maximizing Freedom of Information laws and making the most of social networking to break news, crowdsource and build engagement. Candidates should have demonstrated expertise in education coverage and the ability to frame content in a "what it means to you" focus. Send cover letter, resume and very specific watchdog-reporting work samples to Executive Editor Stuart Shinske, Poughkeepsie Journal, Box 1231, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602 or e-mail sshinske@gannett.com. The Journal appreciates the benefits of diversity in the work place and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.