Writer House Public Information Services

Writer

House Public Information Services

Full-time temporary at-will positions are available with the Minnesota House of Representatives as writers for the nonpartisan Public Information Services office.

Duties are to provide online content during the 2026 legislative session, including on-site, same-day committee and floor session coverage. Longer, in-depth feature stories will also be sought. Strong reporting and writing skills are required, and news reporting experience is strongly encouraged. Must be able to write clearly and quickly about complex subjects.

Understanding of state government, legislative and office procedures a must. Some long and irregular hours may be required.

Hourly wage is $29.34 - $52.80 commensurate with experience. Positions are anticipated to begin in mid-February and run approximately through the end of May, depending on session length.

The office supports the mission of the House of Representatives via nonpartisan news and information services including reporting on committees and floor sessions, informational publications, photography, and television coverage. View office information at www.house.mn.gov/hinfo/hinfo.asp. Information about nonpartisan legislative careers can be found at www.leg.mn.gov/webcontent/leg/Nonpartisan_careers_Minnesota_Legislature.pdf.

To ensure consideration, a cover letter, resume and clips must be received by 4: 30 p.m., Jan. 7, 2026. Email or send to:

Mike Cook

Assistant Director/Editor, Public Information Services

Minnesota House of Representatives

Third Floor, Centennial Office Building

658 Cedar St., St. Paul, MN 55155

mike.cook@house.mn.gov

Candidates with a disability who wish to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process may contact Kelly.Knight@house.mn.gov.

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Salary/Compensation: $29.34 - $52.80 per hour

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