Managing Editor, Arizona

We’re hiring a Managing Editor, Arizona — and this is not your typical newsroom role. At State Affairs, we’re building the nation’s leading platform for state government news and policy intelligence. That means real impact: Informing the people who shape laws, decisions and the future of entire states. If you’re a sharp editor with a passion for politics, policy and storytelling, this is your chance to: Lead coverage at the Arizona Statehouse Shape high-impact journalism that decision‑makers rely on Work at the intersection of reporting, data and AI‑driven insights Help build something category‑defining from the ground up We’re looking for someone who can edit, report, mentor and think strategically — someone who thrives on deadlines, elevates stories and isn’t afraid to dig deep into how government really works. Position: Phoenix-based | In-office at the Capitol Salary: $85K–$125K + benefits Essential Qualifications for this position include: 7+ years of professional work experience as a reporter or editor Bachelor’s degree in journalism, or related field Prior professional work experience leading a team Knowledge of digital literacy and multimedia platforms and methods Knowledge of data‑based reporting Ability to meet deadline Ability to adhere to the journalism code of ethics Ability to be persistent in conducting research Ability to edit stories, graphics, pull quotes, info boxes, etc. for content, errors and libel, taking into consideration AP style and the in‑house style guide Ability to analyze and interpret metrics and use them to inform coverage decisions in real‑time and the long‑term Ability to communicate quickly and effectively with reporters to break news online and follow up when appropriate with more in‑depth enterprise pieces. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications for this position include: Prior professional work experience in government reporting Prior professional work experience in a start‑up organization #J-18808-Ljbffr Arizona Capitol Times/State Affairs