MEDIA OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Position Information Official Job Title: MEDIA OPERATIONS SPECIALISTWorking Title: WUWM Media Technology and Operations ManagerPosition Number: 02383815Division: College of Letters & ScienceDepartment: B484500 WUWMPosition Type: Non-Teaching Academic StaffAppointment Type: Fixed Term/Project, Non-TeachingPay Basis: AnnualSalary Grade: 20FLSA Status: ExemptPercent: 100%Posting Type: StaffUWM Description: The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsins second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as R1 by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County. UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background.School/College/Division Description: WUWM has the largest public radio newsroom in southeastern Wisconsin. In addition to covering the local issues that are most important to the community, WUWMs news team runs special reporting initiatives on significant beats, including the environment, education, and race and ethnicity. Their local show and podcast, Lake Effect, brings the community local conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee.Job Summary: WUWM is seeking a Media Technology and Operations Manager to manage large projects specific to radio production, physical location and studio spaces. This position will be responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of systems and networks for production. This includes managing the complex broadcast network infrastructure and providing support and maintenance for staff to diagnose and troubleshoot problems. This position will also assist with design and implementation of systems and networks to ensure high quality programming in compliance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. This includes identifying processes, collaborating with partners and vendors, estimating timelines and implementing systems to facilitate the progress and completion of short- and long-term media technology projects. This position will provide process improvement suggestions and conduct cost analyses to identify obstacles and drive project completion.This position will also be responsible for providing operational support of physical spaces with production, working with the Vice President of Operations to manage the day-to-day operations of the buildings. This includes general maintenance; communicating issues with the space; supporting purchasing; ensuring network and websites are working and streaming media; and supporting/devising internal management of data, audio and documents that support efficient workflows.Please note that this position will require time being on-call, including evening and weekend hours.Work will be performed primarily on-site at the Chase Tower in Milwaukee. Hybrid work options may be available with specifics regarding work location requirements discussed during the interview process.Minimum Qualifications 3+ years of experience in a professional environment managing technology and related projectsAn associates degree or higher in radio technology, IT project management or other technology fieldPreferred Qualifications A bachelors degree in project management or IT related fieldExperience managing complex broadcast network infrastructure or comparable experienceExperience in managing and developing technology systems in radio or public media organization3+ years of professional organizational technology and systems experienceExperience building positive relationships with vendors and partners to complete complex, multi-step projectsTarget Salary Range $57,000-$61,000/annually (Salary will be determined by finalist's experience, training, education, and equity-based factors.)Benefits and Total Rewards As part of UWMs commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays.Application Instructions Applicants will be expected to provide:A ResumeA cover letter that addresses the candidates professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.A list of three professional references with contact informationIn instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.Application Deadline 07/28/2024Position Contact Contact Phone: 414-251-6419Legal Notices AA/EO Statement: UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.Reasonable Accommodations: UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment.Employment Authorization: In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.#J-18808-Ljbffr