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University of Georgia

Night Desk Assistant

Athens, GA · On-site

$12/hr

News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles ... This includes overnight shifts (for Night Desk Assistants), weekends, academic breaks, and holidays ...

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News Intern

Needham, MA · On-site

$20/hr

News Intern WCVB delivers breaking news to Boston-area audiences 24 hours a day across our ... Assignment Desk * Assist team members with content gathering and planning. * Gather and organize ...

Hearst Television

News Intern

Needham, MA · On-site

$20/hr

News Intern WCVB delivers breaking news to Boston-area audiences 24 hours a day across our ... Assignment Desk * Assist team members with content gathering and planning. * Gather and organize ...

Hearst Newspapers

News Intern

Needham, MA · On-site

$20/hr

News Intern WCVB delivers breaking news to Boston-area audiences 24 hours a day across our ... Assignment Desk * Assist team members with content gathering and planning. * Gather and organize ...

Newsday LLC

Assistant Editor

Melville, NY · On-site

$37 - $55.66/hr

Summary of Position The news desk is seeking an editor who can design pages, edit copy, write headlines and display copy for the news of the day in all forms: print, narrative stories, video ...

Hearst

WGAL News Intern - 2026 Fall

Lancaster, PA

Assignment Desk: * Assist team members in gathering news and information. This includes taking and placing telephone calls from reporters, sources, governments agencies and general public. * May also ...

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WGAL News Intern - 2026 Fall

Lancaster, PA

Assignment Desk: * Assist team members in gathering news and information. This includes taking and placing telephone calls from reporters, sources, governments agencies and general public. * May also ...

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WGAL News Intern - 2026 Fall

Lancaster, PA · On-site

Assignment Desk: * Assist team members in gathering news and information. This includes taking and placing telephone calls from reporters, sources, governments agencies and general public. * May also ...

Hearst

WGAL News Intern - 2026 Fall

Lancaster, PA

Assignment Desk: * Assist team members in gathering news and information. This includes taking and placing telephone calls from reporters, sources, governments agencies and general public. * May also ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for news desk assistant in the United States is $20.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A News Desk Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the newsroom's operations by handling tasks such as monitoring news wires, assisting with story research, coordinating logistics, and ensuring timely communication between reporters, producers, and editors. They often manage administrative duties and help prioritize breaking news, making themselves an essential link in the fast-paced news environment. This position provides hands-on exposure to the editorial process and offers valuable experience for those aspiring to advance in journalism, as it requires adaptability, strong organizational skills, and effective teamwork.

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CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer journalism or communication degreesBachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field
Work EnvironmentNewsrooms, media outlets, often in fast-paced environments supporting reportersField and studio reporting, interviews, live coverage
Employer & Industry UsageMedia companies, newspapers, online news platformsNews organizations, TV stations, online media
Search & Comparison IntentSupport roles assisting in news productionActive reporting and storytelling

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Night Desk Assistant

Athens, GA • On-site

University of Georgia
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Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number
G/R33382P
Working Title
Night Desk Assistant
Department
Housing-Resident Progs & Srvcs
About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
Part of the Division of Student Affairs, University Housing consists of nearly 2.8 million square feet of facilities and is home to more than 9,000 students. The department employs 220 full-time staff members, 21 graduate assistants and 565 undergraduate student workers. As a self-supporting auxiliary, University Housing operates a $59 million budget derived only from student housing fees and other non-state sources. In support of its mission to provide comfortable, affordable and secure housing options where the academic success and personal growth of residents are encouraged and supported, University Housing engages staff members in competency-based training and students in curriculum-based engagement focused on community building, interpersonal skills, social awareness and responsibility, and well-being.
College/Unit/Department website
www.housing.uga.edu
Employment Type
Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary
$12
Anticipated Start Date
08/10/2026
Posting Date
06/01/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
  • Student employees are considered temporary employees. A temporary employee may be separated at any time for any reason without notice and either the employer or the employee can end the employment relationship. Such separation is not grievable or subject to appeal. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Employee_Categories_Classification,Compensation,_andPayroll.pdf.
  • May not hold dual employment within the university during summer terms; student employees may not have another student position when employed with University Housing.
  • May not exceed 20 hours of work per week when enrolled in classes.
  • May not exceed 6 consecutive hours of work per shift without a 30-minute break.
  • Must be available to work a minimum of 8 hours of desk shifts per week. This includes overnight shifts (for Night Desk Assistants), weekends, academic breaks, and holidays throughout the semester.
  • Required to work during some home football games as required by your assigned community.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Must always be enrolled on at least a half-time basis at the University of Georgia when classes are in session (i.e., enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours for undergraduate and professional students during fall/spring semesters; enrolled in a minimum of five credit hours for graduate students during fall/spring semesters). Credit hour minimums during the summer terms may be different. Consult the University Housing Human Resources office for additional information.
  • Must be in good standing with the Office of Student Conduct and University Housing. Good standing is defined as not being found responsible for policy violations that would interfere with the ability to perform tasks typically assigned to student employees. Additionally, good standing means that the student employee has participated in the student conduct process if charged with any violations and completed any sanctions that may be assigned by the prescribed deadline.
  • New applicants should be available/present on August 10, 11, and 12, 2026 to attend mandatory training (This is not negotiable).


Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EOO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
  1. Follow appropriate community desk policies and procedures including, but not limited to key management, equipment check-out and access control.
  2. Follow appropriate protocols in addressing incidents and potential policy violations.
  3. Provide exemplary customer service to all residents, guests, visitors, faculty and staff who interact with community desks and community office spaces.
  4. Function as a resource for accurate information concerning Housing and university operations.
  5. Support the community office staff by performing assigned administrative responsibilities accurately and efficiently.
  6. Support, communicate, enforce and abide by all university and department policies, procedures and regulations.
  7. Assist community office staff during a crisis or emergency, maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
  8. Assist in the opening, closing and transition of residence halls. This may require early arrival and late departures, as well as working during break periods.
  9. Participate in all departmental and community training.
  10. Participate in all meeting activities including, but not limited to staff meetings, community staff meetings and one-on-one meetings with supervisor.
  11. Perform other duties consistent with the purpose of the position as assigned


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Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

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Year founded

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