NewsNation Scheduling Coordinator (Part Time)

Scheduling Coordinator News. Nation | Chicago Position Summary News. Nation 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.

Responsibilities include

• 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. What Success Looks Like
• Staffing issues are addressed before they impact production.
• Schedules are accurate, timely, and aligned with operational needs.
• Employees receive clear direction and consistent communication.

Qualifications

• 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
• Experience with When. ToWork or other scheduling programs a plus
• All day parts (mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) may be a part of the schedule as situations demand
• Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 hourly
• #LI-On-site About News. Nation News. Nation is a national cable news network delivering fact-based news coverage to viewers across the United States. With operations in Chicago, New York, Washington, DC, and bureaus nationwide, News. Nation supports a 24/7 news operation focused on live programming, breaking news, and special event coverage Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.