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Chicago Sun-Times

Assistant News Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$77K - $85K/yr

Assisting with the supervisory duties of the wire desk, including maintaining our databases and training general assignment reporters and part-time staff. * Showing mastery of English grammar and AP ...

Chicago Public Media

Assistant News Editor

Chicago, IL

$77K - $85K/yr

Assisting with the supervisory duties of the wire desk, including maintaining our databases and training general assignment reporters and part-time staff. * Showing mastery of English grammar and AP ...

Apptronik

Senior Wire Harness Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

JOB SUMMARY As a Senior Wire Harness Engineer, you are a core technical contributor responsible for ... Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer * Must be able to lift 15 pounds ...

TelevisaUnivision

Assignment Desk Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

Assignment Desk Manager N+Univision 45 is looking for an Assignment Desk Editor Manager to join our team! The News Assignment Desk Manager plays a critical leadership role in the daily newsgathering ...

Univision

Assignment Desk Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

JOB TITLE: Assignment Desk Manager LOCATION: Houston Texas N+Univision 45 is looking for an Assignment Desk Editor Manager to join our team! The News Assignment Desk Manager plays a critical ...

STI

Help Desk Technician :: Columbia, SC

Columbia, SC · On-site

$18.50 - $25/hr

... responding to help desk requests via ticketing system * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting * Excellent communication and documentation skills Preferred skills:

STI

Help Desk Technician :: Columbia, SC

Columbia, SC · On-site

$16.25 - $22/hr

... responding to help desk requests via ticketing system * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting * Excellent communication and documentation skills Preferred skills:

Pacer Group

Help Desk Support

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

Job Title - Help Desk Support Duration - 5+ months Shift -Standard Location - Tucson, AZ 85706 Summary: * The Live Expert Service Desk Analyst will provide first and second tier technical support to ...

Pacer Group

Help Desk Support

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

Job Title - Help Desk Support Duration - 5+ months Shift -Standard Location - Tucson, AZ 85706 Summary: * The Live Expert Service Desk Analyst will provide first and second tier technical support to ...

Analytic Search Group

Service Desk Analyst

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$20 - $27.25/hr

Service Desk Analyst Our client, one of North America's leading distributors of process materials with 40 locations nationwide seeks a full time direct hire Service Desk Analyst. This position is on ...

Analytic Search Group

Service Desk Analyst

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$20 - $27.25/hr

Service Desk Analyst Our client, one of North America's leading distributors of process materials with 40 locations nationwide seeks a full time direct hire Service Desk Analyst. This position is on ...

Analytic Search Group

Service Desk Analyst

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$20 - $27.25/hr

divh2Service Desk Analyst/h2pOur client, one of North Americas leading distributors of process materials with 40 locations nationwide seeks a full time direct hire Service Desk Analyst. This position ...

Costa Vida

Senior Help Desk Technician

Pleasant Grove, UT · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

We are seeking an experienced, customer-focused Senior Help Desk Technician to support our Corporate Office, Costa Vida Headquarters restaurants, and FatCats Family Entertainment Centers. This role ...

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Univision

Assignment Desk Editor

Houston, TX · On-site

Assignment desk Editor LOCATION: Houston, Texas Univision 45 is looking for an Assignment Desk Editor to join our team! Univision 45 is currently accepting resumes for an Assignment Desk Editor based ...

Apptronik

Senior Wire Harness Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

JOB SUMMARY As a Senior Wire Harness Engineer, you are a core technical contributor responsible for ... Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer * Must be able to lift 15 pounds ...

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How much do wire desk jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for wire desk in the United States is $23.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Wire Desk specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wire Desk specialist, you need strong attention to detail, knowledge of banking operations, and understanding of domestic and international wire transfer regulations, often supported by experience in financial services or related certifications. Familiarity with payment processing systems such as SWIFT, Fedwire, and compliance tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work efficiently under pressure are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate, secure, and timely processing of wire transfers while maintaining regulatory compliance and minimizing financial risk.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working at a Wire Desk, and how can these be managed effectively?

Professionals at a Wire Desk often face challenges such as handling high volumes of wire transfer requests, ensuring strict compliance with regulatory and anti-fraud policies, and managing time-sensitive transactions. Accuracy and attention to detail are critical, as errors can result in significant financial or reputational risk. Effective communication with other departments, such as compliance, treasury, and customer service, is essential to resolve discrepancies quickly and maintain smooth operations. Staying current with regulatory changes and participating in ongoing training can help manage these challenges more effectively.

What are Wire Desk jobs?

Wire Desk jobs typically refer to positions within a bank or financial institution responsible for processing wire transfers—secure, electronic transfers of money between banks or accounts. Professionals on the wire desk handle the initiation, verification, and completion of domestic and international wire transactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. They may also assist customers with inquiries, investigate discrepancies, and monitor for fraudulent activity. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of banking regulations, and familiarity with wire transfer systems are important for these roles.

What is the difference between Wire Desk vs Customer Service Representative?

AspectWire DeskCustomer Service Representative
CredentialsTypically requires high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may need security or communication certificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; customer service training often preferred
Work EnvironmentSecurity or transportation settings, often in control rooms or security stationsOffice or retail settings, interacting directly with customers
Industry UsageCommon in transportation, security, and logistics industriesWidespread across retail, banking, telecom, and service sectors

Wire Desk roles focus on security, communication, or logistics within specific industries, often requiring specialized certifications. Customer Service Representatives handle client interactions across various sectors, emphasizing communication skills. While both roles involve communication and customer interaction, Wire Desk positions are more security or logistics-oriented, whereas Customer Service Representatives focus on client support and service delivery.

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Infographic showing various Wire Desk job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,154 per year, or $23.2 per hour.
Assistant News Editor

Assistant News Editor

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

$77K - $85K/yr

Full-time, Part-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

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.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The night assistant news editor is responsible for running the Sun-Times' news coverage in the evenings. The editor will oversee the work of General Assignment reporters on the News Desk by assigning them stories, guiding their reporting and editing their news copy for print and online to ensure it meets our standards of excellence. The editor will work Tuesday through Saturday nights.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Editing stories in a fast-paced environment for publication online and in print.
  • Coordinating coverage with our topic desks, in some cases making sure a story of interest is assigned, or making reporters available to work with other teams.
  • Staying on top of breaking news stories and monitoring coverage by other media to evaluate for potential Sun-Times coverage. Regularly reviewing social media, email inboxes and elsewhere for story ideas, possible sources and other communications.
  • Working with our audience team to make sure stories get their maximum readership with strong headlines, internal and related links and other SEO-friendly tactics.
  • Communicating with the print production desk to ensure all stories are moved for print in a timely manner.
  • Keeping in touch with audio editors at WBEZ to keep up with planned coverage, look for opportunities for collaboration, share sources and cross-post stories.
  • Having a sharp eye for spotting typos and holes in news stories.
  • Assisting with the supervisory duties of the wire desk, including maintaining our databases and training general assignment reporters and part-time staff.
  • Showing mastery of English grammar and AP style and our internal style guide.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • 2+ years of experience as a News Editor.
  • Ability to work an evening and weekend schedule (Tuesday - Saturday).
  • Outstanding news judgment and experience leading journalists to produce work of distinction and community impact.
  • Demonstrated passion for leading creative daily news coverage.
  • Ability to conceptualize and edit news stories for content, accuracy, pacing, ideas, narrative and voice.
  • Fluency and enthusiasm for multiplatform journalism.
  • Deep commitment to the highest standards of journalistic ethics and the mission of public media.
  • Ability to articulate your own ideas precisely and concisely - and to cultivate the strong ideas that come from other editors and reporters.
  • Strong relationship builder and naturally collaborative leader. Experience leading and inspiring diverse, inclusive teams to excellence.
  • Knowledge of the Chicago region's rich diversity of stories, sectors and communities is very helpful.

EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, humanities or related field
COMPENSATION
The expected pay range for this position is $77,214 to $85,000 per ANNUM. The position is also eligible for an additional 10 percent of the base salary when working a night shift.
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.

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