NewsNation Scheduling Coordinator (Part Time)

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Chicago, IL

3d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

NewsNation is seeking a Part-Time Scheduling Coordinator to assist in facilitating crew, control rooms, and studios scheduling for our network headquarters in Chicago for live and pretaped programming.

Requirements

• 3 years of scheduling experience, preferably in a live television or video production environment
• Familiarity in operating in a union-represented workplace, understanding the nuances of represented employee scheduling.
• The ability to multitask, be incredibly detail oriented, and organized will be key to success in this position
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work both individually and in a team environment
• Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Nice To Haves

• Experience with WhenToWork or other scheduling programs a plus

Responsibilities

• Helping develop and maintain master schedules for control room and studio crews, allocating shifts based on availability and skill requirements in a 24/7 breaking news environment
• Handle any sick calls, PTO/vacation requests, and/or last-minute scheduling changes; rapidly responding to employee absences and callouts by locating and securing qualified crew replacements.
• Notify employees of their schedules, communicate last-minute changes, and serve as a point of contact for staff availability inquiries.
• Confirm all crew have arrived for their shifts and are in position.
• Participate in daily check-ins with operations management and scheduling meetings.

Benefits

• medical (with multiple plan options)
• dental
• vision insurance
• paid time off
• a 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid Parental leave
• life insurance
• 401(k)
• any local/state leave plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed