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University of Minnesota - 15th Ave Non-Exempt Temporary or Casual in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Apply for Job Job ID365162 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilySupplemental Employee Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code0001 Employee ClassCivil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job Fact Checker (Workday Magazine / Labor Education Service) We are hiring a part-time fact checker for Workday Magazine (10 hours/week). We are looking for a reliable and accurate fact checker to help make sure our team produces top-notch reporting. This is a good position for someone who has a strong interest in the labor movement and labor journalism, and comes with a strong background in fact checking and research for news organizations. This is a fully remote position. Description of Duties Fact checking: 75% Fact check articles for Workday Magazine. Includes line-by-line verification of facts, with sourcing. Work with the reporter to establish a deadline. Conduct outreach to sources when requested. Research: 25% Conduct research to support the reporting of Workday Magazine. Produce research memos on specific topics. Conduct research activities to support the education services of LES. Other projects/duties as assigned. Qualifications Required qualifications Two years of experience as a fact checker. Experience fact checking in a newsroom setting. Availability Monday through Friday. Preferred qualifications Experience working with Workday Magazine and the Labor Education Service. Experience with, and knowledge about, the labor movement and unions. Strong interest in labor reporting. Diversity The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
