The nonprofit Salt Lake Tribune seeks a Utah Lands Editor to lead a team of four reporters devoted to covering how we engage with outdoor spaces across Utah. Home to five national parks, tens of millions of acres of federally owned land, the Colorado River, the Great Salt Lake, more than a dozen ski resorts and countless ranches and farms, there is no better place to be when it comes to reporting on the environment and the economy connected to it.

This reporting team takes great care in building trust with sources, seeking every day to share the full story of how Utah’s resources are allocated and used. We work to share stories rooted in people, as well as our land, water and air, and about the many spots in Utah that bring so many people joy. The economics of how our land is used is a major through line for us, be it in mineral and natural resource mining, agriculture or housing.

We’re focused on solutions-oriented reporting, sharing not just what might be wrong but also what can be done to make change. Accountability is a primary function for this team, and for The Tribune, which has served as Utah’s independent voice for more than 150 years.

Your reporters will break news and also produce analysis and accountability reporting. You must be comfortable working in an audience-first environment. At The Tribune we work to understand who is impacted and to place them at the center of our reporting. You will also have experience placing a single story across platforms, so what a viewer sees for a specific piece of reporting is different on YouTube, in a newsletter or in a story on sltrib.com. An audience team at The Tribune will serve as a partner to you in realizing this reporting across platforms.

Finally, you will be a proactive communicator who is capable of creating a supportive working environment, with clearly defined expectations. 

At least three to five years of experience as an editor is preferred.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Three weeks of vacation.
• Family leave.
• Cellphone stipend.

About The Salt Lake Tribune:

The Salt Lake Tribune is a community-owned nonprofit, having become the nation’s first legacy newspaper to make this transition. Based in Salt Lake City, The Tribune is a two-time Pulitzer winner that prides itself on aggressive watchdog reporting.

Utah offers unparalleled outdoor recreation opportunities in the Wasatch Mountains and the national parks such as Zion and Arches. Salt Lake City is home to a vibrant arts scene, a growing group of quality restaurants, the Utah Jazz, and an NHL franchise.

Why Join Us:

At The Salt Lake Tribune, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to producing high-quality journalism and engaging digital experiences. We offer a collaborative work environment where your contributions directly impact our mission to inform and empower our community. This role provides ample opportunities for professional growth in a rapidly evolving industry.

We are proud of the work we do of our newsroom culture. This is a collaborative, energetic organization constantly seeking ways to improve. The Tribune is an inclusive employer and is striving to continue diversifying our staff. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application Process:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can contribute to our team.

*Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Responsibilities and skills: 

• Editing news stories on tight deadlines with clarity, accuracy, and compelling storytelling. Knowledge and use of AP style.
• A strong dedication to diversity in storytelling and to helping reporters develop a broad range of sources.
• Understanding audience data – which stories are resonating with readers and which are not? Working with newsroom leaders to determine best practices moving forward.
• Ability to match the journalism with the optimal format, including Q&As, features, enterprise, video, etc.
• Understanding of social media – both as a news-gathering tool and as a way to push the news out quickly to build our audience.
• Engage the public: Presence at Tribune events, sharing enterprise/public service reporting in a manner in which readers understand the need for action/involvement.
• Participate in training sessions and seek learning opportunities.
• Oversight of The Tribune’s participation in the Colorado River and Great Salt Lake reporting collaboratives. Publication of a Utah Lands newsletter, with support from your reporting team.