Assignment Editor
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, United States
Assignment Editor
Posting Number:
req25306 Department:
AZ Public Media Content Prod Location:
Tucson Campus Address:
Tucson, AZ USA
Arizona Public Media (AZPM) is an editorially independent public service organization, provided as a community service of the University of Arizona, and is committed to delivering trusted in-depth journalism and storytelling that informs, connects, and strengthens the communities of Southern Arizona. We value accuracy, fairness, different perspectives, and community engagement in all our reporting.
Arizona Public Media’s News department is seeking a highly organized, editorially driven Assignment Editor. Under the direction of the News Director and AZPM leadership the Assignment Editor with help manage daily in-depth news coverage across radio, television, and digital platforms. This role is central to newsroom operations — identifying story opportunities, setting coverage priorities, managing logistics, monitoring breaking news, and ensuring timely, accurate, and compelling journalism that serves Southern Arizona communities. The Assignment Editor will help develop and train staff, support and implement newsroom systems, assist with scheduling, contribute to social media strategy and posting, and edit and approve copy. This position requires strong news judgment, exceptional communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. A successful candidate will have the ability to work in a fast‑paced professional newsroom environment, have the ability to respond quickly to breaking news situations and the ability to work occasional evening, weekend, and rotating holiday shifts.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work‑life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities
Track daily and longer‑term coverage plans using newsroom planning tools.
Coordinate logistics including interviews, field crews, and special event coverage.
Under the direction of the AZPM News Director, assign stories to multimedia journalists and production services staff.
Under the direction of the AZPM News Director, assist with editorial planning for special projects, elections, and major community events.
Support adherence to AZPM editorial standards, and ethical, legal, and public media requirements by applying them in daily work and identifying issues for the News Director as needed.
Collaborate with radio, television, and digital staff and students to ensure cohesive cross‑platform coverage.
Maintain and cultivate relationships with community and University organizations, government agencies, and local stakeholders.
Participate with the News Director and Chief Original Content Officer in the semi‑ and annual evaluation of AZPM Multimedia Journalists.
Support writing, editing, or field production, as needed.
Monitor multi‑platform news, social media, community sources, and public records to identify developing news and issues of importance to the community.
Generate and evaluate story ideas aligned with AZPM’s public service mission. Adhere to AZPM’s Code of Editorial Ethics and Practices and AZPM’s Editorial Standards. Actively participate in creating and maintaining a professional and cooperative working environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
Ability to respond quickly to breaking news situations.
Strong news judgment and understanding community issues and public media values.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Team player with ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt quickly to breaking news.
Proficiency with electronic news gathering tools (e.g. digital recorders and microphone), editing and general newsroom software, digital publishing platforms, and social media monitoring tools.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
BA/BS degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
Experience in public media or nonprofit journalism.
Experienced video/still photographer and/or editor.
Experience working on stories centered on Southern Arizona communities and issues.
Experience with investigative or enterprise story development.
Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Other Details
FLSA: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Broadcasting and Journalism
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $47,356 - $59,195
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full‑time equivalency (FTE)
Grade: 6
Compensation Guidance: The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
Grade Range: represents a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level: PC3
Job Family: Journalism
Job Function: Broadcasting & Journalism
Type of criminal background check required: Name‑based criminal background check (non‑security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Target Hire Date: 3/30/2026
Expected End Date:
Contact Information for Candidates: Bohdan Zachary | bohdanz@arizona.edu
Open Date: 3/2/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant: Please provide one (1) recent writing sample that demonstrates your editorial judgment, news writing ability, and/or experience assigning, shaping, or developing news content.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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req25306 Department:
AZ Public Media Content Prod Location:
Tucson Campus Address:
Tucson, AZ USA
Arizona Public Media (AZPM) is an editorially independent public service organization, provided as a community service of the University of Arizona, and is committed to delivering trusted in-depth journalism and storytelling that informs, connects, and strengthens the communities of Southern Arizona. We value accuracy, fairness, different perspectives, and community engagement in all our reporting.
Arizona Public Media’s News department is seeking a highly organized, editorially driven Assignment Editor. Under the direction of the News Director and AZPM leadership the Assignment Editor with help manage daily in-depth news coverage across radio, television, and digital platforms. This role is central to newsroom operations — identifying story opportunities, setting coverage priorities, managing logistics, monitoring breaking news, and ensuring timely, accurate, and compelling journalism that serves Southern Arizona communities. The Assignment Editor will help develop and train staff, support and implement newsroom systems, assist with scheduling, contribute to social media strategy and posting, and edit and approve copy. This position requires strong news judgment, exceptional communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. A successful candidate will have the ability to work in a fast‑paced professional newsroom environment, have the ability to respond quickly to breaking news situations and the ability to work occasional evening, weekend, and rotating holiday shifts.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work‑life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities
Track daily and longer‑term coverage plans using newsroom planning tools.
Coordinate logistics including interviews, field crews, and special event coverage.
Under the direction of the AZPM News Director, assign stories to multimedia journalists and production services staff.
Under the direction of the AZPM News Director, assist with editorial planning for special projects, elections, and major community events.
Support adherence to AZPM editorial standards, and ethical, legal, and public media requirements by applying them in daily work and identifying issues for the News Director as needed.
Collaborate with radio, television, and digital staff and students to ensure cohesive cross‑platform coverage.
Maintain and cultivate relationships with community and University organizations, government agencies, and local stakeholders.
Participate with the News Director and Chief Original Content Officer in the semi‑ and annual evaluation of AZPM Multimedia Journalists.
Support writing, editing, or field production, as needed.
Monitor multi‑platform news, social media, community sources, and public records to identify developing news and issues of importance to the community.
Generate and evaluate story ideas aligned with AZPM’s public service mission. Adhere to AZPM’s Code of Editorial Ethics and Practices and AZPM’s Editorial Standards. Actively participate in creating and maintaining a professional and cooperative working environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
Ability to respond quickly to breaking news situations.
Strong news judgment and understanding community issues and public media values.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Team player with ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt quickly to breaking news.
Proficiency with electronic news gathering tools (e.g. digital recorders and microphone), editing and general newsroom software, digital publishing platforms, and social media monitoring tools.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
BA/BS degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
Experience in public media or nonprofit journalism.
Experienced video/still photographer and/or editor.
Experience working on stories centered on Southern Arizona communities and issues.
Experience with investigative or enterprise story development.
Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Other Details
FLSA: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Broadcasting and Journalism
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $47,356 - $59,195
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full‑time equivalency (FTE)
Grade: 6
Compensation Guidance: The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
Grade Range: represents a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level: PC3
Job Family: Journalism
Job Function: Broadcasting & Journalism
Type of criminal background check required: Name‑based criminal background check (non‑security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Target Hire Date: 3/30/2026
Expected End Date:
Contact Information for Candidates: Bohdan Zachary | bohdanz@arizona.edu
Open Date: 3/2/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant: Please provide one (1) recent writing sample that demonstrates your editorial judgment, news writing ability, and/or experience assigning, shaping, or developing news content.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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