{"jobs":[{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/suntimes/jobs/4680167006","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_optional","internal_job_id":4546862006,"location":{"name":"Chicago, IL (Hybrid workplace) "},"metadata":[{"id":4251074006,"name":"Salary Range","value":{"unit":"USD","max_value":"115000.0","min_value":"88000.0"},"value_type":"currency_range"},{"id":4251107006,"name":"Seniority","value":"Manager","value_type":"single_select"}],"id":4680167006,"updated_at":"2026-05-08T07:46:19-04:00","requisition_id":"258","title":"Accounting Manager","company_name":"Chicago Sun-Times","first_published":"2026-05-08T07:46:19-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;For more information, please see the Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wbez.org/annual-report-2024\u0026quot;\u0026gt; Annual Report\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;The Opportunity\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The Accounting Manager is a hands-on, highly analytical individual with a strong foundation in not-for-profit and/or public accounting that leads our daily accounting operations while ensuring appropriate accounting compliance and control. The Accounting Manager bridges the gap between technical GAAP compliance and day-to-day operational excellence. The Accounting Manager oversees the general ledger, drives month-end close cycles, and ensures our organization is always \u0026quot;audit-ready.” This position is responsible for supervising the organization’s general accounting functions and manages three direct reports, an Accounting Supervisor and two Staff Accountants. The Accounting Manager interacts with individuals on all levels within the organization and provides accounting support to ensure compliance with agency and programmatic requirements.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The Accounting Manager must be a disciplined, analytical thinker who instinctively looks beyond the “what” of the numbers to investigate and understand the “why.” This individual must be able to identify underlying trends and anomalies and translate and communicate them into a cohesive, actionable narrative.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;General Responsibilities\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Maintain general ledger by monitoring and ensuring accuracy of accounting transactions, journal entries, and reconciliations performed by the Accounting Supervisor, Staff Accountants, Senior Accounts Payable Coordinator, and Senior Revenue Coordinator.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Lead the close operations of the accounting team, ensuring that the team adheres to a prescribed close calendar.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Oversee Accounts Payable and Fixed Assets subledger close.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Lead monthly departmental review meetings to analyze variances, establish accruals, and document corrections in preparation of monthly financial reporting.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Partner in preparation of monthly financial statements and variance analysis for CEO financial reporting package.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Lead accounting support and ensure readiness for CPM’s annual financial audit, tax filings, and regulatory and grantor reporting.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Assist with corporate sponsorship financial operations, as needed.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Participate in ACH approval and initiate wire transfers, as needed.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Skills and Knowledge\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Proficiency in Sage Intacct, Limelight, and MS Excel (advanced skills)\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to clearly and concisely communicate to all levels of the organization\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Intellectual curiosity, initiative, and strong work ethic\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Positive team player who embraces collaboration\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strong attention-to-detail and ability to assess accuracy and data integrity\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Fast learner who likes to solve problems in a dynamic environment\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;High level of discretion to maintain confidentiality\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Minimum Qualification:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;10+ years of not-for-profit and/or public accounting experience with increasing levels of responsibility, including the management of direct reports\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Education:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Certificates and/or Licenses:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; CPA or CPA candidate preferred\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Compensation\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The expected pay range for this position is \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;$88,000 to $115,000 per ANNUM.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position.\u0026amp;nbsp; 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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div data-block=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot; data-editor=\u0026quot;fdrl0\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Our culture is one where collaboration, diversity of ideas, and innovation are encouraged.\u0026amp;nbsp; We value colleagues who will enhance our culture by bringing new ideas, divergent experiences, and talents to our dynamic workplace.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our benefits include\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan. \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;, and we actively seek and welcome people from all backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences to join our team.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4008356006,"name":"Finance ","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4004054006,"name":"WBEZ","location":"Chicago, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/suntimes/jobs/4671002006","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_required","internal_job_id":4542148006,"location":{"name":"Chicago, IL (Hybrid workplace) "},"metadata":[{"id":4251074006,"name":"Salary Range","value":{"unit":"USD","max_value":"85000.0","min_value":"77214.35"},"value_type":"currency_range"},{"id":4251107006,"name":"Seniority","value":"Manager","value_type":"single_select"}],"id":4671002006,"updated_at":"2026-05-29T14:29:05-04:00","requisition_id":"249","title":"Assistant News Editor","company_name":"Chicago Sun-Times","first_published":"2026-04-07T13:34:16-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;For more information, please see the Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wbez.org/annual-report-2024\u0026quot;\u0026gt; Annual Report\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;THE OPPORTUNITY\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;RESPONSIBILITIES\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Editing stories in a fast-paced environment for publication online and in print.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Communicating with the print production desk to ensure all stories are moved for print in a timely manner.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Having a sharp eye for spotting typos and holes in news stories.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assisting with the supervisory duties of the wire desk, including maintaining our databases and training general assignment reporters and part-time staff.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Showing mastery of English grammar and AP style and our internal style guide.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;QUALIFICATIONS\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;2+ years of experience as a News Editor.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ability to work an evening and weekend schedule (Tuesday - Saturday).\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Outstanding news judgment and experience leading journalists to produce work of distinction and community impact.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Demonstrated passion for leading creative daily news coverage.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ability to conceptualize and edit news stories for content, accuracy, pacing, ideas, narrative and voice.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Fluency and enthusiasm for multiplatform journalism.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Deep commitment to the highest standards of journalistic ethics and the mission of public media.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ability to articulate your own ideas precisely and concisely – and to cultivate the strong ideas that come from other editors and reporters.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strong relationship builder and naturally collaborative leader. Experience leading and inspiring diverse, inclusive teams to excellence.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Knowledge of the Chicago region’s rich diversity of stories, sectors and communities is very helpful.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;EDUCATION\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, humanities or related field\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;COMPENSATION\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The expected pay range for this position is $77,214 to $85,000 per ANNUM.\u0026amp;nbsp; The position is also eligible for an additional 10 percent of the base salary when working a night shift.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position.\u0026amp;nbsp; 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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div data-block=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot; data-editor=\u0026quot;fdrl0\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Our culture is one where collaboration, diversity of ideas, and innovation are encouraged.\u0026amp;nbsp; We value colleagues who will enhance our culture by bringing new ideas, divergent experiences, and talents to our dynamic workplace.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our benefits include\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan. \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;, and we actively seek and welcome people from all backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences to join our team.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4016836006,"name":"CONTENT - CHICAGO SUN-TIMES","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4012058006,"name":"Chicago Sun-Times","location":null,"child_ids":[],"parent_id":null},{"id":4004054006,"name":"WBEZ","location":"Chicago, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/suntimes/jobs/4680179006","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_optional","internal_job_id":4546859006,"location":{"name":"Chicago, IL (Hybrid workplace) "},"metadata":[{"id":4251074006,"name":"Salary Range","value":{"unit":"USD","max_value":"59000.0","min_value":"49200.0"},"value_type":"currency_range"},{"id":4251107006,"name":"Seniority","value":"Associate","value_type":"single_select"}],"id":4680179006,"updated_at":"2026-05-08T08:31:59-04:00","requisition_id":"257","title":"Development Operations Associate","company_name":"Chicago Sun-Times","first_published":"2026-05-08T08:31:59-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;For more information, please see the Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wbez.org/annual-report-2024\u0026quot;\u0026gt; Annual Report\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;The Opportunity\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The Development Operations Associate supports the infrastructure and daily execution of Development fundraising operations at Chicago Public Media. This role ensures the timely and accurate processing of gifts, maintains data integrity within the CRM, supports donor stewardship workflows, and produces standardized operational reports.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;This position plays a critical role in supporting organizational growth, particularly as Chicago Public Media expands philanthropic fundraising.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;General Responsibilities\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Gift Processing, Data Management, \u0026amp;amp; Reporting (55%)\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Own the accurate and timely processing of all philanthropic gifts, including:\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Process all Development gifts and pledges in the CRM in coordination with the finance team\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ensure data accuracy of constituent data, financial data, and reporting data\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Monitor pledge schedules and payment timelines\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Build and maintain reports as they relate to other areas of responsibilities within the job description.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Monitor donor data managed with the CRM and provide support to ensure accuracy and standards of all Development donor data.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Donor Acknowledgment \u0026amp;amp; Stewardship Workflow (25%)\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Manage the operational execution of gift acknowledgments:\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Produce and distribute Development donor acknowledgment letters in a timely manner\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Maintain acknowledgment timelines and standards\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Maintain acknowledgment templates\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Manage the operational execution of Development tax letters:\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Produce and distribute annual donor tax letters for Development donors\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Event \u0026amp;amp; Campaign Operations Support (20%)\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Provide data and tracking support for fundraising events and future campaigns:\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Manage event gift tracking\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Support registration data workflows\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Provide on-site support for Development events in coordination with the Events and Stewardship Manager.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Required Skills and Experience\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in development operations, database management, or administrative operations\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to draft professional correspondence and internal documentation.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Experience working with CRM systems to maintain data integrity and streamline operations.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Excellence in Excel or Google Sheets, including the ability to organize complex data sets and utilize advanced functions.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ability to manage repetitive but high-accuracy workflows, ensuring consistency and quality in daily operations.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Preferred Skills and Experience\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Experience with Revolution CRM\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Experience in nonprofit fundraising and an understanding of donor cultivation cycles.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Familiarity with gift processing workflows, including gift entry, acknowledgment, and reconciliation.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The expected pay range for this position is\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;$49,200 to $59,000 per ANNUM.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position.\u0026amp;nbsp; 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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div data-block=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot; data-editor=\u0026quot;fdrl0\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Our culture is one where collaboration, diversity of ideas, and innovation are encouraged.\u0026amp;nbsp; We value colleagues who will enhance our culture by bringing new ideas, divergent experiences, and talents to our dynamic workplace.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our benefits include\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan. \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;, and we actively seek and welcome people from all backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences to join our team.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4008352006,"name":"WBEZ Development ","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4004054006,"name":"WBEZ","location":"Chicago, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/suntimes/jobs/4680181006","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_optional","internal_job_id":4546864006,"location":{"name":"Chicago, IL"},"metadata":[{"id":4251074006,"name":"Salary Range","value":{"unit":"USD","max_value":"85000.0","min_value":"67600.0"},"value_type":"currency_range"},{"id":4251107006,"name":"Seniority","value":"Associate","value_type":"single_select"}],"id":4680181006,"updated_at":"2026-05-13T17:20:51-04:00","requisition_id":"259","title":"Executive Team \u0026 Talent Acquisition Coordinator","company_name":"Chicago Sun-Times","first_published":"2026-05-13T17:20:51-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;For more information, please see the Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wbez.org/annual-report-2024\u0026quot;\u0026gt; Annual Report\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;The Opportunity\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media is in search of a dynamic, well organized and tech savvy Executive Team \u0026amp;amp; Talent Acquisition Coordinator to join our fast paced, collaborative environment.\u0026amp;nbsp; As the Executive Assistant to the CEO, your primary responsibility will be to provide \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;high-level administrative, operational, and coordination support to members of the Executive Team while also serving as a key partner to the Talent Acquisition function. This role blends executive support, cross-functional coordination, and candidate experience management, requiring exceptional judgment, discretion, and organizational skills.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-moving environment where priorities shift and excellence is expected. They act as a trusted gatekeeper for executives and a seamless extension of the Talent Acquisition team.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Key Responsibilities\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h4\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Executive Team Support\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h4\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Provide complex calendar management, scheduling, and logistics support for multiple executives, including internal meetings, external engagements, and travel\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Serve as a primary point of contact between executives and internal/external stakeholders, exercising sound judgment and confidentiality\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Prepare meeting materials, agendas, briefing documents, and follow-ups as needed\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Track action items, deadlines, and key deliverables across executive priorities\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Anticipate needs, proactively solve problems, and streamline administrative processes\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h4\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Talent Acquisition Support\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h4\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Coordinate interview scheduling across candidates and hiring managers\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Manage candidate communications to ensure a professional, timely, and welcoming experience\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Support logistics for recruiting activities including recruiting events\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Maintain accuracy in applicant tracking systems and related documentation\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Partner with the talent team to improve scheduling workflows, templates, and candidate experience processes\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the interview process, delivering a professional, inclusive, and responsive experience\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Support offer-stage logistics, including approvals, documentation, and coordination with HR\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Assist with onboarding coordination and handoff once offers are accepted\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h4\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Operational \u0026amp;amp; Cross-Functional Support\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h4\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Assist with planning and logistics for executive-led meetings, retreats, and company-wide events\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Support special projects for executives and the People and Culture team as needed\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, systems, and communication across supported functions\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Create, format and maintain high quality presentations supporting organizational initiatives and projects\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;The company reserves the right to add to, delete, change, or modify the essential duties and responsibilities at any time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Required Skills and Experience\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;2+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition Coordination, Recruiting Operations, Executive Assistant, or similar roles\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Advanced calendar management and scheduling skills across multiple stakeholders\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Proficiency with calendar systems, video conferencing tools, and productivity platforms (e.g., Google Workspace or Microsoft Office)\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Excellent organizational, communication, and candidate-facing skills\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;High level of professionalism, discretion, and emotional intelligence\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strong written and verbal communication skills\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and follow through consistently\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strong operational mindset with excellent attention to detail\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Clear, candidate-facing communication skills and high professionalism\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ability to prioritize effectively in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Preferred Skills and Experience\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Hands-on experience with Greenhouse or similar ATS platforms preferred\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Experience supporting recruiting or HR teams strongly preferred\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The expected pay range for this position is\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;$67,600 to $85,000 per ANNUM.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position.\u0026amp;nbsp; 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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div data-block=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot; data-editor=\u0026quot;fdrl0\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Our culture is one where collaboration, diversity of ideas, and innovation are encouraged.\u0026amp;nbsp; We value colleagues who will enhance our culture by bringing new ideas, divergent experiences, and talents to our dynamic workplace.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our benefits include\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan. \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;, and we actively seek and welcome people from all backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences to join our team.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4008355006,"name":"Executive ","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4004054006,"name":"WBEZ","location":"Chicago, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/suntimes/jobs/4654343006","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_optional","internal_job_id":4533858006,"location":{"name":"Chicago, IL (Hybrid workplace) "},"metadata":[{"id":4251074006,"name":"Salary Range","value":{"unit":"USD","max_value":"177140.0","min_value":"141710.0"},"value_type":"currency_range"},{"id":4251107006,"name":"Seniority","value":"Director","value_type":"single_select"}],"id":4654343006,"updated_at":"2026-02-13T13:12:52-05:00","requisition_id":"232","title":"Managing Editor, News","company_name":"Chicago Sun-Times","first_published":"2026-02-13T13:12:52-05:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;For more information, please see the Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wbez.org/annual-report-2024\u0026quot;\u0026gt; Annual Report\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Position Summary\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media is seeking a Managing Editor to lead our Chicago news coverage and help shape the future of regional nonprofit journalism. As a senior leader, you will partner closely with the Editor-in-Chief to execute the editorial vision for the nation’s largest local nonprofit newsroom, encompassing both the Chicago Sun-Times and WBEZ.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The Managing Editor ensures the strategic operation of our combined digital, print, and audio newsrooms. We are looking for a strategic thinker and pragmatic operator who can oversee daily editorial planning, coordinate workflows across platforms, and translate high-level goals into impactful journalism.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;If you are a collaborative leader dedicated to journalistic excellence and innovation, we encourage you to apply.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Key Responsibilities\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Partner with the EIC to implement editorial strategy and standards.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Oversee daily newsroom operations, including coverage planning and cross-desk coordination.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Foster collaboration between newspaper, radio, digital, and visual teams.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Lead newsroom culture and professional development with a focus on inclusion and excellence.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Manage logistics, project timelines, and newsroom-wide initiatives such as special investigations and election coverage.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Minimum Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;8–10 years of newsroom experience, including significant leadership and management roles.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strong editorial judgment and experience in both daily and enterprise journalism.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Deep understanding of local news and public media values; Chicago-area familiarity is preferred.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead through influence.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in both storytelling and leadership.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Education\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Bachelor’s degree in journalism, business or a related field required; Master’s degree is preferred.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The expected pay range for this position is \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;$141,710 - $177,140\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;per ANNUM.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position.\u0026amp;nbsp; 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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div data-block=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot; data-editor=\u0026quot;fdrl0\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Our culture is one where collaboration, diversity of ideas, and innovation are encouraged.\u0026amp;nbsp; We value colleagues who will enhance our culture by bringing new ideas, divergent experiences, and talents to our dynamic workplace.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our benefits include\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan. \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;, and we actively seek and welcome people from all backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences to join our team.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4008345006,"name":"Content Administration ","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4012058006,"name":"Chicago Sun-Times","location":null,"child_ids":[],"parent_id":null},{"id":4004054006,"name":"WBEZ","location":"Chicago, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/suntimes/jobs/4680169006","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_optional","internal_job_id":4546844006,"location":{"name":"Chicago, IL (Hybrid workplace) "},"metadata":[{"id":4251074006,"name":"Salary Range","value":{"unit":"USD","max_value":"67000.0","min_value":"53000.0"},"value_type":"currency_range"},{"id":4251107006,"name":"Seniority","value":"Associate","value_type":"single_select"}],"id":4680169006,"updated_at":"2026-05-08T07:57:15-04:00","requisition_id":"255","title":"Payroll and Accounts Payable Coordinator","company_name":"Chicago Sun-Times","first_published":"2026-05-08T07:57:15-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;For more information, please see the Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wbez.org/annual-report-2024\u0026quot;\u0026gt; Annual Report\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: \u0026#39;book antiqua\u0026#39;, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;The Opportunity\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The Payroll and Accounts Payable Specialist is a shared accounting role between Payroll and Accounts Payable. This role collaborates closely with Accounting, Human Resources (HR), and Accounts Payable and ensures timely and compliant processing of Payroll and Accounts Payable to support organizational financial processes. This role reports to the Senior Accounts Payable Coordinator.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: \u0026#39;book antiqua\u0026#39;, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;General Responsibilities\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Payroll:\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain payroll records, including earnings, deductions, and benefits\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Coordinate with HR on new hires, terminations, and compensation changes\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Prepare and distribute payroll reports to Accounting\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Accounts Payable:\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Review, code, and process vendor invoices in accordance with organizational policies\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Solicit and process vendor W-9s and ACH forms\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Respond to vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assist with audit requests and year-end reporting requirements (1099 and NEC forms)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Work with Senior Accounts Payable Coordinator to:\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Other duties as assigned\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: \u0026#39;book antiqua\u0026#39;, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Skills \u0026amp;amp; Knowledge\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong attention to detail and accuracy\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Knowledge of payroll laws and regulations\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficiency in HRIS (iSolved preferred), Sage Intacct, and MS Excel\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong organizational and time management skills\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to handle confidential information with discretion\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to effectively manage multiple, concurrent deadlines\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Effective written and verbal communication skills – Comfortable communicating to all levels of the organization\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: \u0026#39;book antiqua\u0026#39;, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Minimum Qualification:\u0026amp;nbsp; \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: \u0026#39;book antiqua\u0026#39;, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;3+ years of Accounts Payable and Payroll experience. Not-for-profit experience is preferred.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: \u0026#39;book antiqua\u0026#39;, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Education:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: \u0026#39;book antiqua\u0026#39;, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Certificates and/or Licenses:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; CPA or CPA candidate preferred\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-family: \u0026#39;book antiqua\u0026#39;, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Compensation\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: \u0026#39;book antiqua\u0026#39;, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The expected pay range for this position is \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;$53,000 to $67,000 per ANNUM.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: \u0026#39;book antiqua\u0026#39;, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position.\u0026amp;nbsp; 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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div data-block=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot; data-editor=\u0026quot;fdrl0\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Our culture is one where collaboration, diversity of ideas, and innovation are encouraged.\u0026amp;nbsp; We value colleagues who will enhance our culture by bringing new ideas, divergent experiences, and talents to our dynamic workplace.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our benefits include\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan. \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;, and we actively seek and welcome people from all backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences to join our team.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4008356006,"name":"Finance ","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4004054006,"name":"WBEZ","location":"Chicago, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/suntimes/jobs/4680175006","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_optional","internal_job_id":4546850006,"location":{"name":"Chicago, IL (Hybrid workplace) "},"metadata":[{"id":4251074006,"name":"Salary Range","value":{"unit":"USD","max_value":"150000.0","min_value":"120000.0"},"value_type":"currency_range"},{"id":4251107006,"name":"Seniority","value":"Associate","value_type":"single_select"}],"id":4680175006,"updated_at":"2026-05-08T08:08:52-04:00","requisition_id":"256","title":"Senior Financial Analyst","company_name":"Chicago Sun-Times","first_published":"2026-05-08T08:08:52-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;For more information, please see the Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wbez.org/annual-report-2024\u0026quot;\u0026gt; Annual Report\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;The Opportunity\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for CPM’s financial modeling and reporting including but not limited to Executive Management and Board reporting, quarterly forecasts, annual operating plans, longer-term strategic analysis, detailed reporting for audit, tax, and grants, and reporting for the annual insurance renewal. The Senior Financial Analyst creates the financial update and business narrative for Finance Committee and Board of Directors meetings. In addition to financial modeling and reporting, the Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for analytical decision support and scenario modeling to assist with executive level, strategic decision-making. The Senior Financial Analyst is tasked with ensuring that CPM’s third-party financial software meets the organization’s financial objectives along with the organization’s reporting and compliance needs. The Senior Financial Analyst in partnership with the accounting team serves as the project manager, systems implementation manager, systems administrator, and trainer for key financial systems including the general ledger reporting software, FP\u0026amp;amp;A reporting software, and expense reimbursement software. The Senior Financial Analyst has one direct report (Senior Data Analyst).\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;General Responsibilities\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Create and analyze financial models and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to the executive team for decision-making around new initiatives and projects\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Explain complex financial concepts to non-finance partners in a clear and concise manner\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Lead annual budget and forecasting cycles, setting out timelines and managing department heads to stay on plan\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Prepare executive and Board level presentations and reporting on business and financial performance\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Seek out areas where we can improve existing financial efficiencies\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Project manage and lead third-party financial system implementations and training ● Manages approval paths, users, dimensions, and other maintenance in third-party financial software, along with troubleshooting issues as they arise\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;In conjunction with People and Culture, administer the SAG/AFTRA collective bargaining agreement\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Other duties as assigned\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Skills \u0026amp;amp; Knowledge\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, key performance indicators (KPIs), budgeting, and forecasting\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Very strong analytical mindset with financial analysis and modeling skills\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Consistently able to demonstrate independent problem-solving and critical thinking skills Proactive style with very strong organization and attention-to-detail\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strong understanding of financial analysis, U.S. GAAP, and not-for-profit accounting principles\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strong people management skills\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Proficient in financial reporting (Sage Intacct, Limelight, Expensify), Excel (advanced skills), and data tools (SQL, Power BI)\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deliverables and priorities in a timely manner\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Exceptional written and verbal communication skills – Ability to translate complex analytics into actionable business recommendations\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Qualifications\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;10+ years of progressive finance experience with at least 5 years in financial planning roles.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Minimum of 3 years of experience in not-for-profit financial management, preferably with organizations of similar size and complexity.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Education:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; MBA preferred\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Certificates and/or Licenses:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; CPA preferred\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Compensation\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The expected pay range for this position is \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;$120,000 to $150,000 per ANNUM.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position.\u0026amp;nbsp; 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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div data-block=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot; data-editor=\u0026quot;fdrl0\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Our culture is one where collaboration, diversity of ideas, and innovation are encouraged.\u0026amp;nbsp; We value colleagues who will enhance our culture by bringing new ideas, divergent experiences, and talents to our dynamic workplace.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our benefits include\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan. \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;, and we actively seek and welcome people from all backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences to join our team.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4008356006,"name":"Finance ","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4004054006,"name":"WBEZ","location":"Chicago, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/suntimes/jobs/4680177006","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_optional","internal_job_id":4546840006,"location":{"name":"Chicago, IL (Hybrid workplace) "},"metadata":[{"id":4251074006,"name":"Salary Range","value":{"unit":"USD","max_value":"77000.0","min_value":"60000.0"},"value_type":"currency_range"},{"id":4251107006,"name":"Seniority","value":"Associate","value_type":"single_select"}],"id":4680177006,"updated_at":"2026-05-08T08:19:41-04:00","requisition_id":"254","title":"Staff Accountant","company_name":"Chicago Sun-Times","first_published":"2026-05-08T08:19:41-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;For more information, please see the Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wbez.org/annual-report-2024\u0026quot;\u0026gt; Annual Report\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;The Opportunity\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The Staff Accountant reports to and assists the Accounting Manager in the preparation and maintenance of CPM’s financial records and transactions. The position is the primary liaison with CPM’s Corporate Sponsorship team and is responsible for applied payments, invoicing, account aging review, and ad hoc reporting. The Staff Accountant also assists in the preparation of grant reporting, regulatory and tax filings, and CPM’s annual financial audit.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;General Responsibilities\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Perform monthly close and related accounting processes and analysis (e.g., financial statement analysis, journal entries, reconciliation) in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Analyzes and prepares monthly investment journal entries\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Prepares and posts monthly amortization of prepaid expenses\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Maintains fixed asset records and prepares and posts related journal entries for in-service placement and depreciation\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Responsible for monthly revenue reclassification and reconciliation\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Assist in the completion of the monthly financial statement close process\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Prepare monthly balance sheets, income statements, and statements of cash flow\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Prepare bank and balance sheet account reconciliations\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Assist with the preparation and maintenance of the annual consolidated and individual departmental budgets and quarterly forecasts\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Calculates and posts monthly Corporate Sponsorship commission and accruals\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Acts as primary liaison with the Corporate Sponsorship team and is responsible for monthly invoicing, account aging review, and ad hoc support and reporting\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Assists in grant reporting\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Provides accounting support for CPM’s annual financial audit, tax filings, and regulatory reporting\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Prepare budget-to-actual reports, perform variance analysis, and report significant issues to management\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Work collaboratively within the team, across the department, and with individuals external to Chicago Public Media\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Provide accounting support to management as requested\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Other responsibilities include but are not limited to participation in special projects or ad hoc analysis as assigned\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Skills \u0026amp;amp; Knowledge\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Bachelor’s degree in accounting\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Experience using ERP financial systems\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ability to research FASB codification preferred\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ability to troubleshoot and research solutions to problems\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ability to manage projects in a fast-paced environment\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Demonstrated budgeting, time management, and organizational skills \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Education:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Certificates and/or Licenses:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; CPA or CPA candidate preferred\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Compensation\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The expected pay range for this position is \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;$60,000 to $77,000 per ANNUM.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position.\u0026amp;nbsp; 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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div data-block=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot; data-editor=\u0026quot;fdrl0\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Our culture is one where collaboration, diversity of ideas, and innovation are encouraged.\u0026amp;nbsp; We value colleagues who will enhance our culture by bringing new ideas, divergent experiences, and talents to our dynamic workplace.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our benefits include\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan. \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;, and we actively seek and welcome people from all backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences to join our team.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4008356006,"name":"Finance ","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4004054006,"name":"WBEZ","location":"Chicago, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/suntimes/jobs/4658256006","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_optional","internal_job_id":4536142006,"location":{"name":"Chicago, IL (Hybrid workplace) "},"metadata":[{"id":4251074006,"name":"Salary Range","value":{"unit":"USD","max_value":"220000.0","min_value":"170000.0"},"value_type":"currency_range"},{"id":4251107006,"name":"Seniority","value":"Vice President","value_type":"single_select"}],"id":4658256006,"updated_at":"2026-02-26T14:53:05-05:00","requisition_id":"238","title":"SVP, Sales and Sponsorships","company_name":"Chicago Sun-Times","first_published":"2026-02-26T14:48:34-05:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;For more information, please see the Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wbez.org/annual-report-2024\u0026quot;\u0026gt; Annual Report\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Position Summary\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;We are seeking an entrepreneurial Senior Vice President, Sales and Sponsorship to join Chicago Public Media.\u0026amp;nbsp; This role is ideal for someone who thrives on creating new revenue opportunities, enjoys working across teams, and isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo of our current media sales systems. We want you to help us evolve our sponsorship and advertising businesses that are truly for the public of Chicago.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The Senior Vice President, Sales and Sponsorship will develop and execute a comprehensive advertising and sponsorship strategy that manages campaigns across multiple channels and platforms. This position will build a collaborative structure that leverages CPM’s talent and opportunity in Chicago’s vast corporate and community spaces.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;This role will:\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Be aggressive and innovative in driving revenue in the digital advertising space that includes custom content, programmatic, streaming, newsletters, social and podcasts.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Determine how to merge our radio, newspaper and digital sales teams, as well as advertising operations.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Analyze market trends, set budgets, measure campaign performance to drive brand awareness and sales initiatives that have a big impact.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Create seamless workflows and liaising between media agencies and account teams.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Build out new sales channels as we innovate, including hyperlocal sales models, monetization of archives, and more.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Partner with our Product team to optimize programmatic advertising, with a clear understanding that this revenue line comes second to membership.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Work closely with executive leadership to manage the go-to-market narrative with key stakeholders.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The role requires an analytical thinker who uses quantitative and qualitative data to develop strategies. The ideal candidate will have that competitive gene to help us build and grow a team of winners to exponentially grow revenue in new and innovative areas.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Proven experience in sales leadership within the media industry, with a preference for candidates who have experience in digital, public radio or newspapers.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Demonstrated ability to close sales and strategically improve sales processes.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Exceptional ability in managing and developing sales talent, with a track record of motivating teams to exceed their targets.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Strategic thinker with excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Education\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Bachelor\u0026#39;s degree in Business, Marketing, Communication, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The expected pay range for this position is $170,000 to $220,000 per ANNUM.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position.\u0026amp;nbsp; 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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div data-block=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot; data-editor=\u0026quot;fdrl0\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0026quot; data-offset-key=\u0026quot;bv4vu-0-0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Chicago Public Media\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Our culture is one where collaboration, diversity of ideas, and innovation are encouraged.\u0026amp;nbsp; We value colleagues who will enhance our culture by bringing new ideas, divergent experiences, and talents to our dynamic workplace.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our benefits include\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan. \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Chicago Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;, and we actively seek and welcome people from all backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences to join our team.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4019811006,"name":"Circulation / Sales CST","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4004054006,"name":"WBEZ","location":"Chicago, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]}],"meta":{"total":9}}