OFFICE MANAGER - WALB

Gray Television

Albany, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$50,000–$55,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounts Payable, Administrative Skills, Billing, Business Administration, Change Management, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Digital Media, Employee Assistance Plan, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Establish Priorities, Event Management, FCC (Federal Communications Commission), File Maintenance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Government Regulations, HRIS/HRMS, Human Resources, Interpersonal Skills, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing Assembly, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multimedia, Needs Assessment, OSHA, Office Management, Onboarding, Online Marketing, Order Supplies, Organizational Skills, Payroll Administration, Payroll Management, Payroll Software/Services, Prescription Drugs, Records Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Sports, Team Player, Television Broadcasting, Time Management, Video Production, Worker's Compensation

LOCATION

Albany, GA

POSTED

1 day ago

About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% ofUS television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account with Company contributions
Flexible Spending Account
Employer-paid life and disability benefits
Paid parental leave benefits
Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage:

$50,000 - $55,000/yr.

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. (or at Manager's Discretion)

Job Type:

Full-Time

About WALB:

WALB is the dominant #1 news station in Southwest Georgia. This station is an award-winning NBC / ABC / CW affiliate in Albany, GA. WALB began broadcasting on April 7th, 1954, becoming the flagship TV station of Gray Television. We service more than 40 counties across South Georgia.

Job Summary/Description:

WALB is looking for an office manager to help with day-to-day administrational task and duties to keep WALB's office running smoothly. WALB employs 70-80 employees at any given time. We are looking for a proven leader to coordinate events, help facilitate payroll, and assist with HR duties.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Partner with Corporate Human Resources, Benefits, and Payroll to ensure accurate employee records and payroll processing
- Perform light accounting and support office financial activities
- Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding
- Conduct new-hire orientations, including company benefits, policies, and procedures
- Manage payroll changes such as hires, promotions, pay adjustments, and terminations
- Maintain personnel files and update employee records within HR systems
- Manage station reporting records on the FCC website and complete annual FCC reports
- Ensure compliance with FCC regulations and applicable governmental agencies
- Assist with recruitment efforts and job postings
- Support the administration of Workers' Compensation matters and OSHA guidelines (knowledge preferred)
- Assist with planning and execution of station events
- Handle general administrative duties, including ordering office supplies
- Process vendor invoices through the company's accounts payable system
- Manage front desk reception responsibilities
- Work closely with, and serve as backup to, the Office Accounting Manager

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Minimum 3+ years of administrative and human resources experience, with a focus on employee relations and payroll
- Basic knowledge of accounting concepts and principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills
- A college degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is a plus
- Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
- Solid understanding of employment laws and payroll regulations
- Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (UKG or similar platforms preferred)
- Proven ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WALB-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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Gray Television

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