Operations Manager

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT THE BIG PICTURE:

As the Operations Manager, you will assist in the development, implementation, and ongoing assessment of the National Catholic Register (NCR) and Catholic News Agency (CNA) operations strategy for all of its platforms: newspaper, website, radio program and other digital assets. You will coordinate budget preparation process and ongoing management, provide recommendations on team workflow, technology needs and process improvement.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Organize and coordinate operations to ensure the NCR and CNA team’s efficiency, productivity, and effectiveness.
• Assist Executive Director and Editor in Chief in establishing and implementing strategic goals for NCR platforms.
• Work with managers/editors to assess and improve operational management, systems and processes; identify and address problems and opportunities; propose and implement solutions, best practices and training.
• Prepare annual budgets, review financial reports, and coordinate with team to meet budget expectations.
• Manage relationships with vendors and contractors, including researching, negotiating and implementing rates/pricing, terms and contracts.
• Assist managers and editors in workflow management for various platforms.
• Evaluate and coordinates team’s use of adequate and suitable technology and other practical resources to complete activities.
• Coordinate with EWTN and providers on technical maintenance, development, hosting and server for NCRegister.com and CatholicNewsAgency.com.
• Oversee coordination of staff travel, annual meetings, conferences and EWTN Family Celebration.
• Manage special projects as assigned by the Executive Director, i.e. brand redesign, archiving etc.
• Ensure EWTN/NCR/CNA policies and procedures are implemented and followed.
• Manage staff for performance, training & development.
• Collaborate with managers and Human Resources on personnel needs, transitions and onboarding new team members.

ABOUT YOU:

• You have a minimum of 5 years of experience in operations, business management, project management or relevant role, preferably in mass media related field.
• You have extensive knowledge of and faithful practice of the Roman Catholic faith.
• You are experienced in managing budgets and demonstrated financial acumen.
• You have intermediate to advanced experience working with, developing & training on media related new technologies.
• You possess excellent organizational, project management and communication skills.
• You demonstrate a proven ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, with successful results.
• You are competent in your decision-making skills and respond to high-pressure situations.
• You are able to build relationships and collaborate successfully within a team environment.
• You hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Journalism, Liberal Arts or other related field.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE:

• We offer a career with purpose! Apply your God-given talents, knowing your contributions help advance EWTN’s mission of sharing the Gospel with the world.
• Family-oriented working environment. We value the importance of work/life balance, and welcome you as an EWTN family member, not just an employee.
• Worship at work! Freedom to participate in daily Mass, Adoration, and prayer throughout your workday.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental,
• Vision, Life/Disability insurance and Retirement Savings Plan.
• 11 Paid Holidays and generous Paid Time Off program.
• Tuition reimbursement for online continuing education and degree programs through our partnership with Catholic Distance University.
• Ability to learn alongside legacy employees while bringing new ideas to the growing team!

WHAT TO DO NEXT: 

If you’re ready to get started on EWTN’s mission to bring the Gospel to the world, please email a cover letter, resume and your salary expectations to [email protected]. Thank you for considering EWTN and we look forward to hearing from you!