Newsroom Ops Manager — Fast-Paced Support & Planning

Thenewyorktimes; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Times is seeking an Operations Manager for the Newsroom Operations team in New York. The role requires coordinating daily tasks, managing Workday onboarding, expenses and staff time, and coordinating with Facilities, HR and vendors to support editors and journalists.

This hybrid position demands strong time management, journalistic independence, and the ability to multitask under deadline pressure.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an operational or administrative role.
• Able to work under deadline pressure and be accessible after hours or weekends.
• Professional judgment with respect to detail and confidentiality.
• High energy working style with a keen sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Support editors during breaking news and timely events.
• Coordinate and plan culture-building activities for on- and off-site departments.
• Manage staff expenses in Workday and verify timebanks for transfers and payouts.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable for the department and coordinate with Facilities on desk moves.
• Facilitate onboarding in Workday and assist with training and equipment.

Skills

Operations management

Deadline-driven

Communication

Professional judgment

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

Workday

Zip

G-Suite

Job description

The New York Times is seeking an Operations Manager for the Newsroom Operations team in New York. The role requires coordinating daily tasks, managing Workday onboarding, expenses and staff time, and coordinating with Facilities, HR and vendors to support editors and journalists.

This hybrid position demands strong time management, journalistic independence, and the ability to multitask under deadline pressure.