Public Safety Reporter

Making Sense of Public Safety

The San Antonio Report (SAR), a digital news brand of Texas Public Radio (TPR), is seeking a versatile and enterprising reporter to cover the public safety beat.

Responsibilities

This beat includes coverage of major crimes, emerging public health concerns and the criminal justice system. Our public safety reporter focuses on the structures of policing and public safety in Bexar County — making sense of trends and major public safety concerns as well as governmental policy changes, investments and priorities.

We are looking for a reporter who can recognize nuance in crime coverage while going beyond the press release and one-off happenings to tell bigger stories about public safety in San Antonio that our readers want and need to know. This reporter will need to be comfortable cultivating sources within city and county departments, talking to government officials, crime victims and those who are accused of crimes.

Skill & Experience Requirements

● Strong reporting skills, with specific experience covering breaking news, law enforcement, courts and criminal justice preferred.

● An understanding of documents that are public record and the ability to source documents and research to aid in reporting.

● Proven ability to write well-organized, accurate copy on tight deadlines while also conceiving and pursuing long-term projects or stories.

● Strong writing skills with proven ability to explain San Antonio’s unique challenges as it

relates to public safety.

● Willingness to work closely with editors and other colleagues in shaping the best stories for our audience.

● Schedule flexibility (some nights, weekend work)

● Spanish proficiency is a plus.

How To Apply:

Please submit to [email protected]:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Professional References

• Salary Requirements

Please indicate where you learned about this position. No phone calls, please.

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