Newsroom Administrator

Job Description

The Hill, a division of Nexstar Media Group, is hiring a Newsroom Administrator to provide office support to its newsroom at 16th & K Street NW in Washington, DC. This new position reports to The Hill's Chief Operating Officer and will contribute to the company's growth by ensuring our editors and reporters can stay focused on growing our digital audience.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage certain aspects of Accounts Payable, including invoice entry and approval tracking
• Manage royalty payments and help with 1099 reporting for freelancers and contributors
• Monitor and reconcile corporate credit card spending
• Assist with recruiting reporters and editors: reviewing candidate applications, coordinating interview schedules, gathering feedback from interviews
• Review, route and reply to reader correspondence, press releases, and general mail
• Perform receptionist duties including greeting visitors; signing for packages; as well as answering, screening, and directing incoming phone calls
• Order and maintain office supplies, place service orders for equipment repairs
• Coordinate maintenance and related activities with landlord and building management
• Provide administrative support to Managing Editor, Editor in Chief and others as assigned, preparing expense reports, booking business travel, etc.
• Assist with shortlist subscription mailings

Skills & Qualifications:
• At least one year's experience in a professional office environment
• Familiarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures
• Competency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and experience with accounting software
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maturity
• Detail-oriented with excellent organization, analytical, and prioritization skills
• Able to accurately handle multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment
• Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions

About The Hill

Established in 1994, The Hill is the country's definitive digital source for non-partisan political news and information. Inside the Beltway, it's known as an essential, agenda-setting read for lawmakers and influencers. Beyond the Capitol, The Hill's trusted content is shared more often on social media than any other major political news brand in America.
Our properties include TheHill.com, reaching a monthly audience of 41M; Hill.TV, the largest independent video platform within the Beltway with 1.4B annual views; The Hill's print edition, one of the most influential sources for law and policy makers; Elevate Studios, creating breakthrough branded content offerings for leading marketers; and The Hill Events, which hosted 70 virtual events last year, featuring 92 Members of Congress and 88 industry leaders in meaningful policy discussions.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rn57e3-18-116-36-192-42 in your application.