Program Director

Company: National Federation of Community Broadcasters
Location: Portland
Posted on: November 7, 2024

Job Description:

Date Submitted: October 23, 2024
Job Title: Program Director
Station: WMPG
Location: Portland, Maine
Deadline to Apply: 11/13/2024
Salary Range: $45,000Job Description:Title: WMPG Program Director
Division: Student Affairs
Department: Student Engagement and Leadership
Location: Office on Portland campus with expectation of work in Portland, Gorham, and Lewiston
Schedule: Weekdays 9am-5pm with occasional nights, weekends
Reports to: WMPG Station ManagerSTATEMENT OF THE JOB:
The Program Director serves as an integral part of the WMPG management team and is involved in all
aspects of planning for the station and meeting WMPG's long-term goals and strategic vision. The
Program Director recruits, trains and supervises University of Southern Maine (USM) students and
community members as volunteers in on-air radio broadcasting and audio production; manages the
program schedule and makes annual changes to keep the programming fresh; maintains the WMPG
Music Library; and connects with the USM community for outreach and engagement to strengthen
WMPG's relationships within USM and the community.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts broadcast training that addresses Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules,
  and technical, ethical, and aesthetic skills related to conducting music shows, talk shows, and
  podcasts.
• Manages volunteers to ensure the schedule functions as intended, ongoing training is provided,
  technical quality is sufficient, and FCC regulations are followed.
• Complies with FCC regulations as they relate to the WMPG broadcast license.
• Assures that WMPG's music, cultural, and information programming remains relevant and vital
  to local needs.
• Works with the WMPG Programming Committee to annually review and update the program
  schedule.
• Maintains the 24-hour program schedule.
• Maintains and updates the WMPG programming page, podcast page, front page headlines, user
  profiles, Spinitron, program and transmitter logs.
• Arranges substitution and vacation programming policy.
• Designs special programming and events to cover important historical/cultural dates and use
  students and volunteers to create these special programs.
• Communicates regularly with on-air staff regarding WMPG policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains ongoing relationships with the USM community.
• Conducts outreach with USM faculty and staff, administration, and students to offer a range of
  audio broadcast/production opportunities, and WMPG/USM partnerships.
• Provides technical support to USM faculty, staff, and students to create audio productions.
• Serves as a non-voting member of the WMPG Advisory Board.
• Assists in the development of an annual "State of the Station" report.
• Assists with the coverage of office and general operations of the station as needed.
• Oversees operations and maintenance of the Music Library.
• Assists in the development of an annual management plan with the management team.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.SPECIAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:*
  • Responsibility to regularly handle cash or cash equivalents.
  • Direct responsibility for care, safety, and security of minors (under 18), incapacitated persons, or
    persons with developmental disabilities who participate in university-sponsored programs.
  • Work on federally funded projects.FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY: N/ASUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITY:
    • In partnership with WMPG management team, oversees and coordinates over 150 volunteers,
      students, interns, etc.PUBLIC AND PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES RELATED TO JOB PERFORMANCE:
      • Maintains and participates in relevant memberships/associations, such as the National
        Federation of Community Broadcasters.
      • May represent WMPG at conferences.INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS:Internal: Student Affairs, USM Foundation, Office of Public Affairs, Academic departments
        External: As a community radio station, frequently interacts with the public and greater
        community is required - this includes donors, volunteers, community organizations, etc.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
        • Technological savviness - ability to leverage various technologies to accomplish tasks.
        • Ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
        • Excellent time management and organizational skills and demonstrated ability to effectively
          handle multiple and shifting tasks at one time.
        • Ability to maintain a high level of internal and external customer service and professionalism in
          a fast-paced office.
        • Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively in a busy work environment with frequent
          interruptions.
        • Ability to promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation and positive
          relationships.
        • Ability to foster collaborative working relationships among a variety of stakeholders.
        • Ability to get along with people of all backgrounds (races, ethnicities, ages, etc.).
        • Highly organized.
        • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
        • Ability to train people on how to use technical equipment.
        • Working knowledge of the principles of journalism and the ethics of communication.
        • Knowledge of music.
        • Proficiency with digital editing, studio production and automation software.
        • Aptitude for creativity.QUALIFICATIONS:Required:
          • Bachelor's degree and 2 years management and radio experience or equivalent required.
          • Working knowledge of all FCC rules.
          • Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
          • Experience working with diverse populations to make WMPG a welcoming space for everyone.
          • Strong audio editing skills (Hindenburg, Pro Tools, Adobe Audition, Audacity).
          • Non-profit radio experience and an understanding of a college/community radio station
            environment.
          • Working knowledge of the principles of journalism and the ethics of communication.For Human Resources Use
            Approved: 2001
            Revised: 2017, 2024
            Job Family: 17-Media
            Salary Band: 02
            Unit: UMPSA
            CUPA code: 443110
            Employee: Vacant
            Position #: 00026008
            Ratings: K4, S3, I3, C3, WE2, SP3, FR1 (570)Send required application materials to: stationmanager@wmpg.org
            Address application materials to: WMPG Station Manager
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