Long Island Community Hospital
Director of Broadcasting KCCU
Long Island Community Hospital, Lawton, Oklahoma, United States, 73505
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Cameron seeks a creative and visionary leader to serve as Director of Broadcasting. The Director will lead a team of professionals dedicated to providing a quality public radio service. KCCU-FM is a network of four full-power stations and one translator providing public radio programming to Oklahoma and North Texas. Suitable candidate must have desire to continue the development of new and innovative technologies being utilized by KCCU.
Knowledge of FCC rules relating to public radio is required. The experience to develop, monitor, and control budgets is required. Knowledge of CPB funding and ability to complete CPB forms and reports is required. Strong working knowledge of public radio fundraising, underwriting and grant writing is required. Ability to communicate with NPR, APM, CPB and other public broadcasting organizations is necessary. This position is responsible for moving the station forward working with a wide range of constituencies in a group of diverse communities.
The candidate should be computer literate with a working knowledge of computer networking, PC-based digital editing, AudioVAULT® automation software (or the equivalent) and traffic software. Basic PC troubleshooting and the ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite is highly desirable. The candidate should also be comfortable submitting financial data using Enterprise Resource Management software such as Ellucian’s Banner Advancement Module or other ERM program(s). Responsible for representing Cameron University and KCCU on the local, state, regional and national level.
This position will require occasional travel on behalf of KCCU and the University, setting up booths at various arts shows, home and garden shows and concerts, and holding quarterly meetings with stakeholders in various communities the KCCU network serves. The Director of Broadcasting is responsible for maintaining a positive image not only of KCCU, but of Cameron University as a whole.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Radio/Television, Mass Communications or a related field. Three to five years experience in radio management. Knowledge of new radio technologies and the AudioVault automation system. Knowledge of the new NPR content depot system to deliver programming to stations is required. Overall knowledge of public radio in general, the organization and funding of public radio stations. Knowledge of FCC rules required to keep the KCCU stations operating within the federal regulations. Ability to write grants to local and national foundations and develop new sources of funding for programming is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master Degree in Radio/Television or Mass Communications. Five or more years of management experience of a public radio station or network of stations. Webpage design and knowledge preferred. Knowledge of the public radio program delivery systems and satellite delivery systems a plus. Knowledge of public radio programming options and funding sources. Knowledge of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting budgets and Community Service Grant requirements provided to public radio stations. Ability to write grants to local and national foundations and develop new source of funding for programming is highly desirable.
SALARY RANGE:
Commensurate with experience.
INSTITUTION:
Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops.
APPLYING:
Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.
DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, only candidates whose applications are received by December 10, 2023, are assured of receiving full consideration.
EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability
Required Skills
Required Experience
Cameron seeks a creative and visionary leader to serve as Director of Broadcasting. The Director will lead a team of professionals dedicated to providing a quality public radio service. KCCU-FM is a network of four full-power stations and one translator providing public radio programming to Oklahoma and North Texas. Suitable candidate must have desire to continue the development of new and innovative technologies being utilized by KCCU.
Knowledge of FCC rules relating to public radio is required. The experience to develop, monitor, and control budgets is required. Knowledge of CPB funding and ability to complete CPB forms and reports is required. Strong working knowledge of public radio fundraising, underwriting and grant writing is required. Ability to communicate with NPR, APM, CPB and other public broadcasting organizations is necessary. This position is responsible for moving the station forward working with a wide range of constituencies in a group of diverse communities.
The candidate should be computer literate with a working knowledge of computer networking, PC-based digital editing, AudioVAULT® automation software (or the equivalent) and traffic software. Basic PC troubleshooting and the ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite is highly desirable. The candidate should also be comfortable submitting financial data using Enterprise Resource Management software such as Ellucian’s Banner Advancement Module or other ERM program(s). Responsible for representing Cameron University and KCCU on the local, state, regional and national level.
This position will require occasional travel on behalf of KCCU and the University, setting up booths at various arts shows, home and garden shows and concerts, and holding quarterly meetings with stakeholders in various communities the KCCU network serves. The Director of Broadcasting is responsible for maintaining a positive image not only of KCCU, but of Cameron University as a whole.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Radio/Television, Mass Communications or a related field. Three to five years experience in radio management. Knowledge of new radio technologies and the AudioVault automation system. Knowledge of the new NPR content depot system to deliver programming to stations is required. Overall knowledge of public radio in general, the organization and funding of public radio stations. Knowledge of FCC rules required to keep the KCCU stations operating within the federal regulations. Ability to write grants to local and national foundations and develop new sources of funding for programming is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master Degree in Radio/Television or Mass Communications. Five or more years of management experience of a public radio station or network of stations. Webpage design and knowledge preferred. Knowledge of the public radio program delivery systems and satellite delivery systems a plus. Knowledge of public radio programming options and funding sources. Knowledge of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting budgets and Community Service Grant requirements provided to public radio stations. Ability to write grants to local and national foundations and develop new source of funding for programming is highly desirable.
SALARY RANGE:
Commensurate with experience.
INSTITUTION:
Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops.
APPLYING:
Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.
DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, only candidates whose applications are received by December 10, 2023, are assured of receiving full consideration.
EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability
Required Skills
Required Experience