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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for administrative operations associate in Chicago, IL is $20.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.36 and $21.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An administrative operations associate role involves managing office functions, coordinating workflows, and supporting organizational efficiency. It typically requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with office software, and the ability to handle multiple tasks, making it a stable position with opportunities for career growth in administrative and operational fields.

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An administrative operations associate is responsible for supporting daily business functions, managing office procedures, coordinating communication, and ensuring efficient workflow. They often handle tasks such as data entry, scheduling, and process improvement, using tools like Microsoft Office or other management software.

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Editorial Operations Associate

Chicago Public Media

Chicago, IL

$65K - $72K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

About Chicago Public Media

Chicago Public Media is one of the nation's largest local nonprofit news organizations. Home to WBEZ 91.5FM, the Chicago Sun-Times, and Vocalo. Chicago Public Media reaches more than 3.3 million people weekly across broadcast, print, and digital platforms. As a mission-driven organization, we aspire to be the most trusted news source Chicagoans turn to for understanding the people, events, and ideas shaping our community.

Chicago Public Media is a 100% community-funded newsroom powered by nearly 97,000 members whose support makes our journalism possible. This sustained community investment helped drive nationally recognized work in 2025, including 29 awards from esteemed organizations, including the Public Media Journalists Association, the Edward R. Murrow Awards, and the National Association of Black Journalists.

We believe independent journalism is essential to a healthy democracy and that access to objective, fact-based news is a right for every citizen. We serve the public interest by creating diverse content that informs and enriches our community, supported by a dedicated staff of approximately 250 professionals.

For more information, please see the Chicago Public Media Annual Report.

DESCRIPTION

The Editorial Operations Associate supports the Chicago Public Media newsroom staff in the administrative aspects of their work, including budgets and expenses, contracts, tools, subscriptions and more. Working closely with the Editorial Operations Manager, the associate acts as a liaison between the newsroom and non-content teams such as finance and legal, as well as external vendors or contributors. They also support internal initiatives related to staff development and workplace culture.

This is a full-time, exempt position. The person in this role is expected to work 40 hours a week, including at least two days from our Navy Pier office.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Support editorial operations manager in their role as budget administrator for newsroom budgets, contributing to regular budget reviews and forecasting, team expense tracking and more
  • Process newsroom payment requests
  • Assist with generating and processing contracts for newsroom freelancers and contracts
  • Assist with onboarding or offboarding of other newsroom staff
  • Collaborate with newsroom leadership on staff development initiatives
  • Coordinate staff conference attendance and training opportunities
  • Support the newsroom internship program
  • Assist in coordination of department meetings and communications
  • Manage shared newsroom resources, accounts and subscriptions
  • Contribute and support other newsroom administration duties, as needed
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • A minimum of 3-5 years professional experience in an administrative or financial services role.
  • Experience with budgeting and accounts payable.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Presentation and negotiation skills a plus

COMPENSATION

The expected pay range for this position is $65,000 - $72,000 per ANNUM.

Chicago Public Media provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographical location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Working at Chicago Public Media

At Chicago Public Media, we care deeply about our employees as we know attracting, developing, and growing talent is key to our success and enhancing our impact.

Our culture is one where collaboration, diversity of ideas, and innovation are encouraged. We value colleagues who will enhance our culture by bringing new ideas, divergent experiences, and talents to our dynamic workplace.

At Chicago Public Media we believe dedication to a great workplace includes supporting our employees and their families. As a result, we provide a broad and generous benefits package for employees at hire and in the years to come.

Our benefits include a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan.
Chicago Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we actively seek and welcome people from all backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences to join our team.

The essential functions described above are not all-inclusive and are not intended to create any contractual or other legal commitment. Chicago Public Media may change the content or format of this job at any time in its sole and exclusive discretion without notice.