**Job Description** **_Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our mission to strengthen and empower the communities we serve._** Cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer aim to hire a dogged, creative reporter who can discover fascinating human stories inside the Cuyahoga County courthouse. The ideal candidate will understand the legal system and legal documents, such as lawsuits, indictments and court orders. The reporter will develop sources and wade through the voluminous court docket to find stories with the most impact, translating legal jargon into compelling human stories. We are looking for a reporter who is passionate about journalism and enjoys working with a team to develop news stories, investigations and enterprise, but who also knows how to deliver breaking news quickly and accurately. We offer a newsroom where reporters are encouraged to innovate and pitch their ideas, editors work closely with reporters and talented journalists are willing to collaborate. The ideal candidate will have a competitive instinct and thrive on breaking news with exclusive and impactful stories. The base salary range is $55,000 to $60,000 per year. The ideal candidate will have: + A minimum of three years of journalism experience with a proven ability in reporting and writing. + A degree in journalism, communications, political science or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience. + A proven ability to develop sources, including in the criminal justice system and law enforcement + Strong reporting and writing skills + An ability to cut through legal jargon and produce clear copy + An ability to handle deadline pressure + Solid social media skills + This job requires reliable transportation to meet with sources and cover events. **Additional Information** Advance Local Media offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package with affordable options for your healthcare including medical, dental and vision plans, mental health support options, flexible spending accounts, fertility assistance, a competitive 401(k) plan to help plan for your future, generous paid time off, paid parental and caregiver leave and an employee assistance program to support your work/life balance, optional legal assistance, life insurance options, as well as flexible holidays to honor cultural diversity. Advance Ohio is a part of Advance Local Media, one of the largest media groups in the United States, which operates the leading news and information companies in more than 20 cities, reaching 52+ million people monthly with our quality, real-time journalism and community engagement. Our company is built upon the values of Integrity, Customer-first, Inclusiveness, Collaboration and Forward-looking. For more information about Advance Local, please visit visit www.advancelocal.com . Advance Ohio is a digitally focused company that operates cleveland.com and Sun News and is responsible for multimedia ad sales, marketing and content for The Plain Dealer, Sun News, and cleveland.com. _Advance Local Media is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, and is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law._ _If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information._ Advance Local Media does not provide sponsorship for work visas or employment authorization in the United States. Only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered for this position.