Job description

Summary: The San Diego Union-Tribune is seeking a Business Operations Coordinator to join our team. This role manages daily workflows, internal processes, and cross-department communication to keep the company running efficiently. Although this is a remote position, candidates must reside in the Southern California area. What you will do: Process Management: Streamline daily business procedures and improve overall operational efficiency, maintain operational documentation, and identify bottlenecks Budget and Finance: Assist with budget preparation, track expenses, and prepare financial expense reports, working closely with Finance to reconcile operational records Communication: Act as a bridge between different departments to solve day-to-day workplace issues and align workflows, ensuring clear communication across teams Reporting & Administrative Support: Maintain operational dashboards and compile recurring status reports for management What you will bring: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience) Experience: 2–4 years of experience in business operations, project coordination, or administrative management Skills: Proficiency in office productivity tools and financial tracking systems, along with strong communication and problem-solving abilities Benefits and Compensation: The hourly range is $24.04 - $26.44. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mymedianewsgroup.com Who we are: The San Diego Union-Tribune is San Diego’s largest media company and its oldest business, dating back to the founding of the Union in 1868. From breaking news to local events and lifestyle features, the Union-Tribune’s diverse portfolio of publications has something for everyone in San Diego County. Explore our diverse offerings, including the award-winning San Diego Union-Tribune, the digital hub SanDiegoUnionTribune.com, and a collection of engaging community newspapers. We believe a diverse and representative newsroom is essential to achieving this goal and the San Diego Union-Tribune is committed to building a stronger, more inclusive San Diego. EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. How To Apply: Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here Closing Date: Continuous recruitment until the position is filled Conditions of Employment: A full pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks #LI-AR1 #LI-REMOTE

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Although this is a remote position, candidates must reside in the Southern California area.
Process Management: Streamline daily business procedures and improve overall operational efficiency, maintain operational documentation, and identify bottlenecks
Budget and Finance: Assist with budget preparation, track expenses, and prepare financial expense reports, working closely with Finance to reconcile operational records
Communication: Act as a bridge between different departments to solve day-to-day workplace issues and align workflows, ensuring clear communication across teams
Reporting & Administrative Support: Maintain operational dashboards and compile recurring status reports for management
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
Experience: 2–4 years of experience in business operations, project coordination, or administrative management
Skills: Proficiency in office productivity tools and financial tracking systems, along with strong communication and problem-solving abilities
Continuous recruitment until the position is filled
A full pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks

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Platform: workday
Effort: long

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Dental

401k

Paid Time Off