The Washington Post seeks an experienced editor to join its Standards desk, which is responsible formaintaining The Post’s commitment to accuracy, consistency and fairness.
The Standards desk upholds The Post’s policies by supporting the newsroom, including overseeing the implementation of the corrections policy and advising our journalists on the most complicated stories and projects.The desk also sets and enforces reporting and sourcing standards and works with our legal team.
The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Post ethics and standards, as well as significant editing and decision-making experience.This role also requires excellent news judgment as well as meticulous fact-checking, research and line-editing abilities.Discretion, interpersonal skills and a cool head amid chaos also are essential.
Preferred qualifications:
This position is based in our Washington, D.C., newsroom.