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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MORNING EDITION HOST/NEWS PRODUCER
KHSU-FM, ARCATA, CA
General Description: KHSU 90.5 FM, the public radio station licensed to Humboldt State University, is seeking an experienced local news producer and an on-air host for National Public Radio's highly rated news magazine program Morning Edition. This is a full-time, twelve month appointment.
Responsibilities include:
· Host Morning Edition Monday - Friday from 6-9 a.m., which involves on-air announcements and operations of KHSU's satellite audio recording and playback equipment.
· Prepare and present original local news and information segments daily for broadcast
· Write, report and announce local news segments for all station news and information programming
· Recruit, train and supervise student interns, reporters or news readers as necessary
· Work with station General Manager and Program Director to develop and strengthen station's overall news operations
· Work with the station General Manager and Program Director to oversee KHSU's daily and weekly public affairs programs
· Actively participate in all pledge drive operations
• Perform other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or related field or equivalent experience and knowledge; at least two years experience in broadcast journalism, preferably in public radio; credible on-air delivery that matches NPR style and quality; strong writing skills; applicants should demonstrate ability to produce both spot news and long-form feature material; excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills; sound news and editorial judgment; experience with digital audio recording and editing software - Adobe Audition preferred.
The qualified candidate must be able to produce high-quality work on deadline, work well with a wide range of diverse people, work independently, adjust quickly to a changing, sometimes high pressure environment, provide leadership, function cooperatively and productively as a team player.
COMPENSATION: $30,000 annually, including full benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, vacation and sick leave. The position will remain open until filled. Priority will be given to applications received by 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2008.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send a cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references, plus writing and audio samples of on-air work to Morning Edition Host/News Producer Search Committee, KHSU-FM, Humboldt State University, 1 Harpst Street, Arcata, CA 95521. This is a non-state position administered through the HSU Sponsored Programs Foundation, an Equal Opportunity/Title IX employer.
POSITION: Federal Work-Study, Clerical Assistant
Must have Federal Work-Study award for 2008-09
Must have Federal Work-Study award for 2008-09
- From 6-15 hours per week with a flexible schedule to accommodate class schedule.
- Start date: August 1, 2008
- $8.50 per hour
- Number of openings: 2
Job Description:
Basic tasks include general office work, mail sorting, preparation of fundraising mailings, creating spreadsheets, assembling thank-you packages to donors, billing, and phoning donors as necessary. Incumbent will be trained to perform database tasks including data entry, processing and analysis, balancing payment ledgers, formulating databases queries, and producing various reports. Work load varies, peaking during fundraising events. Work hours are flexible and can be scheduled around student's class schedule.
Qualifications:
Must have Federal Work-Study award for 2008-09 with adequate funds to complete the Spring 2009 semester. Computer literate with experience using word processors and spreadsheets. Able to problem solve and interpret data. Detail oriented. Able to handle cash and light bookkeeping. Candidate must illustrate ability to maintain confidentiality.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
--Database experience especially desirable.
--Ability to work through school break periods.
Application deadline: Open until filled.
Application Instructions:
Drop off/fax/email (incomplete packages will not be considered):
1) Cover letter
2) Resume
3) 3 references, professional (work-related) preferred (name/address/phone)
4) Proof of 2008-09 Federal Work-Study award showing award total and remaining available balance.
to:
Membership Services Coordinator
KHSU-FM
Humboldt State University
1 Harpst Street
Wagner House #73
Arcata, CA 95521
707-826-6084 - Office
707-826-6082 - Fax
members@khsu.org
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY REPORT
KHSU-FM, ARCATA, CALIFORNIA and KHSR-FM, CRESCENT CITY, CALIFORNIA
REPORTING PERIOD: August 1, 2007 – July 31, 2008
This report is prepared in compliance with section 73.2080 (c) (6) of the FCC Rules and Regulations.
During the reporting period specified above, the KHSU/KHSR reporting unit recruited for a full-time Development Director.
KHSU recruited for these positions through the following outlets:
- KHSU-FM 90.5 and KHSR-FM 91.9 - c/o Humboldt State University
1 Harpst Street, Arcata, CA 95521 www.khsu.org - Times-Standard - 930 Sixth Street, Eureka, CA 95501 www.times-standard.com
- PRADO (Public Radio Assoc. of Development Officers) - c/o June Fox, President
10420 Artemel Lane, Great Falls, VA 22066 www.pradoweb.org - PUBRADIO - c/o Boise State Radio
Boise State University, 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID 83725-1136 www.pubradio.org - CPB – Corporation for Public Broadcasting
401 Ninth Street NW, Washington, DC 20004-2219 www.cpb.org/jobline/ - NFCB – National Federation of Community Broadcasters
1970 Broadway Suite 100, Oakland, CA 94612 www.nfcb.org/ - DEI (Development Exchange International)
10420 Artemel Lane, Great Falls, VA 22066 www.deiworksite.or - College Broadcasters - c/o Chair, Will Robedee
Rice University, 61005 Main St., Houston, TX 77005 www.collegebroadcasters.org/ - Current Newspaper - 6930 Carroll Ave. Suite 350, Takoma, Md. 20912 www.current.org
The following announcements were circulated to the above-mentioned sites:
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, KHSU-FM - This position has been filled.
The Development Director is responsible for fundraising and off-air marketing and promotion at KHSU-FM. KHSU is the primary public radio station on California's North Coast, a member of NPR and an affiliate of PRI and American Public Media. Located five hours driving time north of San Francisco, KHSU serves a population of approximately 150,000 persons from the Mendocino coast north to the Oregon border.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervises the work of a thirty hour/week clerical assistant and 1 full-time underwriting sales representative.
- Plans and organizes on-air membership drives including producing materials and conducting training.
- Responsible for the successful cultivation and solicitation of major donors.
- Plans and organizes major gift campaigns, including donor cultivation events.
- Plans and organizes a comprehensive direct mail program including renewals, additional gift, lapsed donor and major donor appeals.
- Plans and organizes promotion and marketing efforts including ads, press releases, and on-air announcements.
- Writes materials for the above efforts including direct mail appeals, on-air pitches, and
- promotional materials.
- Coordinates the work of paid and volunteer staff involved in the above activities.
- Participates as a member of the management team in long-range planning and ongoing station operations.
- Develops budgets, timeline and revenue goals for above activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- At least three years experience in development, preferably at a non-profit organization.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work well with a diverse paid and volunteer staff in a supervisory role.
- Demonstrated leadership in fundraising activities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- BA/BS degree
- Experience in public broadcasting.
COMPENSATION:
$40,000 annually DOE, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and retirement options.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Send a cover letter, resume, relevant writing sample, and the name, address and phone number of three professional references to: Development Director Search Committee, KHSU-FM, Humboldt State University, Arcata, CA 95521. Open until filled. This is a full-time non-state position administered through the Humboldt State University Foundation, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX employer.
