[grc] Job opening at KMUD-Garberville

[Ann Garrison]

Public Affairs Program Director
       Redwood Community Radio
       Redway, CA
       Full Time
       www.kmud.org
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Redwood Community Radio seeks a Public Affairs Program Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Public Affairs Director works in conjunction with
the Music Program Director to schedule, review and train programmers. The
position is demanding, and requires constant contact with over 150 KMUD
programmers.  Production - Record promo’s, and psa’s for programmers,
staff, and community members. / Download, edit, and schedule our public
affairs programming. / Review and research public affairs programing that
are important and relevant to our community. / Support programmers for
pre-recording interviews and content. / Maintain and set up equipment for
remote live events, live in the studio events and recordings / Maintain the
KMUD automation system Rivendell. Program Directing - Monitor and review
programming in order to ensure that schedules are met, guidelines are
adhered to, and performances are quality. / Plan and schedule programming
and event coverage based on broadcast  length, time availability, and other
factors such as community needs and listener demographics / Co-chair the
Program Selection and Review Council with the Music Program Director /
Maintain and update Programmer Agreement as needed. / Conduct, develop, and
schedule monthly training for new and existing programmers. / Work with the
Music Program Director to create and publish the program schedule grid, and
maintain all of our on-line program schedules. / Participate in the
planning and execution of fundraising activities. / Substantive knowledge
of, and ability to educate programmers about, FCC, KMUD, and CPB policies.
/ Maintain involvement in radio associations in order to stay current in
the field. / Possess ability to perform broadcast tasks on air as needed. /
Excellent public relations skills, and ability to establish and maintain
relationships with the community. / Attend quarterly programmer meetings.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will develop and maintain good working
relationships with KMUD programmers, volunteers, community members and
staff. / Excellent problem solving skills, and ability to function in an
energetic and demanding environment is crucial. / Knowledge of and
familiarity with radio broadcast equipment. / Ability to work
collaboratively and effectively in a multicultural workplace, with staff,
volunteers, community members, programmers. / Excellent written,
presentation, and interpersonal communication skills. / Computer literacy,
using both Macs and PC’s.  Knowledge of Linux is a plus. / Ability to lead
the work of others in broadcast operations including, scheduling, training,
delegating tasks, and evaluating; ability to provide mentorship to
employees and volunteers / Skill in providing instruction, guidance, and
training to others on radio equipment and on air tasks. / Ability to
independently plan, organize , and prioritize tasks, work effectively under
pressure, and handle multiple tasks requiring attention to detail in a
timely manner. / Excellent written and verbal communication skills. /
Ability to maintain confidentiality. / Ability to train volunteers. /
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as
necessary. / Ability to work effectively with socio-economically, racially,
culturally, and linguistically diverse communities. / Ability to model
respectful, inclusive, responsible behavior that is consistent with RCR’s
mission and its written family values. / Familiarity with the utilization
of social media platforms. / There is a three-month introductory period.
The employee will be evaluated before the end of the introductory period.
Employees of Redwood Community Radio are reviewed on an ongoing bi-annual
basis. Benefits - This position offers paid vacation, sick leave, an annual
personal day and at least 11 paid holidays per year, in accordance with
KMUD Employee Benefits Policy. KMUD annually observes a 2 percent cost of
living annual increase (COLA).  The COLA is applied on January 1st of each
year. Working Conditions - RCR has a small paid staff and about 400
volunteers.  RCR has regular membership drives. They require a substantial
amount of time and coordination. The atmosphere is animated and
stimulating.  The ability to work in this kind of environment is essential.
Equipment Used & Physical Working Conditions - Computer (Mac & PC),
voicemail, copier.  Applicant must be able to remain in a stationary
position approximately six hours a day.  The person in this position needs
to occasionally move about the inside of the office to access file
cabinets, office machinery, etc. Applicant must have the ability to operate
a computer and other office productivity machinery, copy machine, and
computer printer. Applicant must also be able to lift and carry up to 25
lbs. EOE

To Apply:  RCR must receive a cover letter, resume and three professional
references no later than November 25, 2016.  We would prefer receiving your
application (ideally as one attachment) emailed to hiring at kmud.org    You
may also mail your application to KMUD Redwood Community Radio, Membership
Coordinator Hire, P.O. Box 135 Redway, CA 95560.  And, you can deliver your
application  (M-F, 9am – 4pm) to 1144 Redway Dr., Redway, CA 95560.


For real,
Ann Garrison <http://www.anngarrison.com/>
Independent Journalist,
SKYPE: Ann Garrison, Oakland
415-503-7487