Aspen Daily News Reporter

Western Garfield County sits at the crossroads of public lands management, Colorado River water pressures, wildlife habitat challenges and an evolving energy economy. The reporter covers how these forces intersect with local government and shape daily life for rural residents — from ranchlands and river corridors to neighborhoods in Glenwood Springs. They investigate conflicts, track policy decisions and monitor power brokers, while centering the voices of community members whose futures are most affected. The reporter evaluates whether proposed solutions balance economic realities with environmental health and deliver meaningful results for the region.

Salary and Benefits: $53,000 - $62,000

Health insurance
Company-issued laptop
Optional Aspen-Snowmass ski pass (employer-financed)
Three weeks of paid vacation annually
Flexible scheduling to accommodate key personal holidays (while federal holidays cannot be guaranteed due to the nature of daily reporting, editorial leadership works to ensure the reporter can observe the dates most important to them)
401k option, with a 3% company match up to $500

Moving Stipend: We can provide a $2,500 moving stipend.