Management/Finance
IExecutive Director Search
Iowa Public Radio
Iowa Public Radio (IPR) seeks an Executive Director. IPR is a new entity and one of the leading public radio organizations in the country. We believe the creation of IPR is not only important to the people of the state, but one of the most important developments in all of public radio. IPR consists of 60 staff, an annual budget of $6 million, separate classical and news streams serving most of the state, healthy financial reserves (as well as strong technological infrastructure), a high profile and support throughout Iowa. IPR comes from the three-year-old combination of the state’s Iowa Regent-governed organizations, WOI (AM & FM), KUNI/KHKE, and WSUI/KSUI. IPR’s Board and Staff are committed to achieving the profile, service and scale benefits of a statewide organization while retaining as much of the local flavor and rich heritage of the partner organizations as possible. We are maintaining operations at the sites of the original stations (Iowa City, Ames and Cedar Falls) and are developing a site in Des Moines. IPR has combined and centralized internal functions, with operational and organizational aspects of this process a dynamic work in progress. We seek an energetic, hands-on leader with highly developed communication, problem-solving and relationship-building skills. Together the Board and Staff of IPR have developed the profile of the ideal candidate for the Executive Director position. Required qualifications: A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of seven years of senior level experience demonstrating growth of leadership skills; experience in strategic planning; fundraising/relationship building and working with a board of directors. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Ability to travel extensively. Preferred qualifications: A master’s degree or higher, with experience in public broadcast media in a large multifaceted environment. At least three years of budgeting and supervisory experience and demonstrated commitment to promoting a diverse environment. IPR is an EEO employer. Visit www.livingstonassociates.net and look for the IPR Executive Director Search position announcement for a full job description and information on how to apply.
Manager, Accounting
KNME, Albuquerque, NM
KNME-TV 5/DT35/KNMD 9, the public broad-
casting station for Albuquerque/Santa Fe, has a full-time opening for a Manager, Accounting. The preferred qualifications for this position are a CPA or advanced business degree; management experience to include supervision, work allocation, training, problem resolution and hiring staff positions; 3 to 5 years’ experience in governmental accounting or public broadcasting; financial statement presentation and development of managerial reports using Banner; communication and presentation skills; grant administration skills; human resources management; systems experience in a large/complex organization; financial analysis skills. If you are an experienced accounting professional, apply at http://ejobs.unm.edu. All applications for this position must be submitted via the above website. Refer to requisition #M50436.
Business Manager
WYPR, Baltimore
WYPR, Maryland’s NPR News Station, is seeking a full-time Business Manager. Individual must have extensive experience in the following areas: human resources, financial planning, general accounting through monthly financial statements, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and general office management skills. Candidate must have complete understanding of QuickBooks, be proficient in Excel, Word and other office software. Experience with membership (Memsys) and underwriting (VT) software a plus as well as familiarity with government grants. We seek a high- energy team player, a quick learner who is able to juggle multiple tasks and priorities, and an individual eager to join a small nonprofit organization with a passion for its mission. Submit resume with 3 employment recommendations to: jobs
wypr.org, or Business Manager, WYPR, 2216 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21218. No phone calls accepted. Closing date: 10/15/08. EOE.
Technology/Engineering
Manager, Event Technology
PBS, Arlington, VA
The Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) seeks talented candidates for the position of Manager, Event Technology. The incumbent will plan, design and procure technical services and equipment for PBS events and meetings, the majority of which are considered high profile; events occur at PBS locations as well as off-site throughout the United States. Candidates must possess a minimum 5 years of experience in the computer and audio-visual industry. At least 2 years of experience with proven skills in an increasingly supervisory and management capacity. Budget management experience preferred. Undergraduate degree or equivalent in information technology or engineering or large-venue management. Equivalent combination of education and experience to meet the principal responsibilities will be considered. For a full job description and to apply, please visit www.pbs.org/jobs. PBS is an equal opportunity employer.
Marketing/Development
Development Director
Free Speech TV, Denver
Free Speech TV seeks a Development Director to design and implement annual and multiyear fundraising plans that incorporate individual contributions, major gifts, foundation funding and earned income. The Development Director works closely with the CEO and staff to strengthen existing fundraising programs, develop new revenue streams and strategically plan for the expansion of Free Speech TV. Free Speech TV is a progressive nonprofit television network available in over 25 million homes nationwide. The network broadcasts news programs like Democracy Now!, independently produced documentaries and serial programs promoting social, economic, environmental and racial justice. The network is headquartered in Denver, Colo., although the position could include significant telecommuting for highly qualified applicants. Send cover letter and resumé to jobfreespeech.org with “FSTV Development Director Search” in the subject line. No calls, please. For a complete job listing visit www.freespeech.org/html/dd.shtml.
Marketing Director
Wisconsin Public Radio
Exciting challenges + mission-driven organization = great job opportunity. Wisconsin Public Radio is seeking an experienced marketing strategist to develop, implement and manage marketing activities across multiple platforms. As the ideal candidate, you should have experience managing multiple marketing channels. You will understand how to use research to inform marketing strategy and how to collaborate with creative resources to produce effective marketing campaigns. You will be a leader who will direct resources to support the overall goals of Wisconsin Public Radio. Requires a bachelor’s degree in marketing or related discipline plus 7 years’ experience as well as an appreciation for working with diverse audiences. You should possess strong marketing, analytical, negotiation and communication skills, as well as a grasp of current and emerging marketing methods and technologies. Please visit www.wpr.org/about for details. Betsy Nelson, 821 University Ave., Madison, WI 53706; 608-262-5221, betsy.nelsonwpr.org
Development Director
Broadcasting Station, Erie, PA
Our prestigious client is seeking a Director of Development to further advance their mission through the development, implementation, leadership and oversight of new and existing revenue streams. Responsibilities include: Effective leadership of multiple teams (membership, corporate and foundation support, major giving, planned giving, underwriting, and special events). Participation as a member of the senior management team, reporting to the CEO. Contribution to the development and implementation of the overall strategic plan. Champion and build consensus with the leadership team in the development and implementation of long-range fundraising plans. Ensure that adequate fundraising goals are set and met. Effectively work with staff, board members and other volunteers to manage strategies for the solicitation of leadership and capital gifts. Continually monitor, review and improve all fundraising activities. Professionally represent the organization within the community by participating in events, serving on appropriate committees and volunteer organizations and otherwise advancing the unique role and importance of their mission within our community. Develop key relationships that have the potential to yield financial support to the organization. Qualified candidates will possess: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an applicable field. At least 3 years of successful leadership experience within a fundraising or not-for-profit environment. A proven track record of fundraising success and goal achievement. Effective management skills with a demonstrated ability to lead multiple teams. Additional preferred experience: managing a major giving initiative and experience in growing an endowment through a planned giving program. Compensation commensurate with experience. Please submit an electronic letter of introduction, resume and 3 professional references, no later than Oct. 6, 2008, to J.L. Nick Associates Inc.: resumesjlnick.com. Our client is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Membership Manager
American Radio Relay League, Newington, CT
Manager sought to market membership (primary benefit: magazine subscription) to list of 700,000 licensed Amateur Radio operators for leading national association. Work onsite in Connecticut. Involves direct mail and online. Responsibilities include list management, data analysis and creative. Looking to develop new approaches with online communities. Experience in segmenting and relationship development a plus. Resumes to rinderbitzenarrl.org.
Director of Development
Rhode Island Public Radio, Providence
Rhode Island Public Radio is seeking an experienced, senior-level development officer to serve as Director of Development. Must enjoy working in a team-oriented, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Candidates must be high-performing development professionals, self-directed, confident and knowledgeable of the philanthropic community. Core duties will involve: organizing and growing donor society (minimum $1,000 gifts), carrying major-gift portfolio, finalizing capital campaign gifts, and implementing fundraising strategies through appeals, events, web presence and stewardship activities. Raiser’s Edge proficiency is essential. Resume, cover letter, writing sample to bgrenierhannahstreet.com.
Director of Marketing & Communications
WDAV, Davidson, NC
Join the dynamic team at All-Classical WDAV! A 100,000-watt NPR member serving Charlotte, Winston-Salem and the Carolina Piedmont, WDAV, licensed to Davidson College in Davidson, N.C., seeks a highly creative, energetic and outgoing professional to fill a full-time Director of Marketing and Communications position. Primary responsibilities include planning and executing a comprehensive marketing and public relations strategy for WDAV, including implementing and overseeing all program promotions, community outreach and public service activities. Salary commensurate with experience. Interested candidates may view a detailed job description and submit an application at https://jobs.davidson.edu. WDAV’s website is www.wdav.org. Bachelor’s degree; at least 2-4 years’ experience in marketing, public relations or communications. Knowledge and love of classical music essential, of public radio a plus. Davidson College is an Equal Opportunity employer; applications from women and minorities are encouraged.
Gift Manager, Coordinator III
Vegas PBS, Las Vegas
Vegas PBS seeks a Gift Manager to lead the Major and Planned Gift program. Duties include prospecting, soliciting and advising individuals with the desire to make major and estate gifts to the station and working with an advisory committee of legal experts. Minimum qualifications: bachelor’s degree in management, finance, accounting, investment, fundraising or related field; 5-7 years’ experience in nonprofit gift planning, nonprofit fundraising, financial planning or legal; verifiable experience in raising donations of $1,000 or more. Preferred qualifications: master’s, Ph.D. or J.D. degree to commensurate experience; professional certification (CLU, CFP, LLM, CPA); exemplary written and verbal skills; experience in making presentations; skill at interacting with donors, attorneys, accountants, financial analysts, planners and family members. Starting salary range: $66,972-$73,860. Submit detailed resume no later than 12:00 noon, Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, to Bernie Goodemote, 4210 Channel 10 Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89119; fax 702-799-5586. Competitive applicants will be contacted and required to submit a formal application. EOE.
VP of Development and Marketing
New Hampshire Public Radio,Concord
There could not be a more exciting time to join this first-rate journalism operation where independence, credibility and respect are still core values; creativity, technology and innovation are thriving; and opportunities are abundant. With a growing organization and commitment to excellence, NHPR will soon relocate to new 20,000-square-foot state-of-the-art production and broadcast center. In final stages of successful $6.5 million capital campaign, development of new strategic plan and re-design of NHPR logo, this is truly a unique moment in the history of NHPR. This v.p. will have opportunity to capitalize on strong momentum and hundreds of new supporters engaged in past 3 years in this newly defined leadership position responsible for NHPR’s broad range of fundraising and marketing efforts. Participating in final stage of Strategic Plan Development, s/he will set development goals and objectives and lead development team in creative implementation of the plan. The VP will build, manage and direct a dynamic and complex development program encompassing corporate, individual, foundation, major giving, planned giving and special project/event fundraising in order to meet revenue needs of organization. The VP will help CEO create Board Development Committee and work closely with Trustees, a talented and dedicated group of community leaders. Qualified candidate will have 7+ years of related development leadership and management experience in mature nonprofit environment. A demonstrated ability to initiate and cultivate key donor and opinion leader relationships is important; familiarity with New Hampshire philanthropic community helpful. Bachelor’s degree required. Please submit cover letter and resume via e-mail: mfunston.exsearchscomcast.net.
Director of Development, Individual Giving
American University, Washington, DC
The Director of Development for Individual Giving in the School of Communication (SOC) is a major gift officer who works with identified individual prospects who have the capacity to make financial commitments of $25,000 up to $1 million. In this capacity, the Director is charged with meeting aggressive fundraising goals in support of SOC and its priorities, including a $25 million campaign which is part of the University’s overall $200 million AnewAU campaign. This position is a part of a three-person development office within the School, reporting to a Director of Development. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Please consult www.american.edu/careers for the full position description and required qualifications. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Human Resources, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016, or to careersamerican.edu, or fax your resume and cover letter to 202-885-1737. An EO/AA university.
Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations
American University, Washington, DC
The Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations is the chief fund-raising officer for American University’s School of Communication (SOC), charged with managing the school’s overall advancement programs (corporate and foundation major gifts, individual gifts, annual giving, stewardship and alumni relations). The Director supervises a team of two Development professionals and reports centrally to the Office of Development, with close, daily interaction with the SOC Dean and the senior SOC management team. In this capacity, the Director is charged with meeting aggressive fundraising goals in support of SOC and its priorities, including a $25 million campaign which is part of the University’s overall $200 million AnewAU campaign. Salary is competitive and commiserate with experience. Please consult www.american.edu/careers for the full position description and required qualifications. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Human Resources, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016, or to careersamerican.edu, or fax your resume and cover letter to 202-885-1737. An EEO/AA university.
Academia
Asst. Professor in Radio Production
Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, NY
The Department of Television and Radio at Brooklyn College of The City University of New York invites candidates for a tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor in Radio Production to teach courses in introductory and advanced radio production, news, documentary, drama and culture. The department seeks a scholar/professional with industry, NPR and academic radio experience to act as director of Brooklyn College’s radio station, improve the station’s webcasting and help the station plan toward acquisition of an FM license.Ph.D. or terminal degree in radio studies or closely related discipline (MFA may be considered); teaching experience at the college/university level; a promising research agenda. Candidates are expected to be broadly conversant in radio history and theory and current methodologies in radio production. Expertise in ProTools required. Interested applicants should send current curriculum vitae, a cover letter that includes a brief statement of related experience, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information as one package to: Michael T. Hewitt, Assistant Vice President for Human Resource Services, Brooklyn College/CUNY 2900 Bedford Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11210-2889. Complete job description at: www.brooklyn.cuny.edu.
Production/Programming
Producer/Reporter
KUAC, Fairbanks, AK
KUAC seeks an adventurous, talented news producer/reporter to cover news and feature stories for Fairbanks and Interior Alaska, as well as collaborating with statewide news through the Alaska Public Radio Network (APRN). Located in the heart of Alaska, KUAC’s award-winning team serves a vast land area and wide range of listeners. KUAC is a joint licensee with public television counterpart, AlaskaOne, and as a unit of the University of Alaska, KUAC staff members are university employees with offices located on campus. For a full job description and application instructions, visit https://www.uakjobs.com. For information about KUAC and the city of Fairbanks, visit www.kuac.org. UAF is an AA/EEO Employer and
Educational Institution.
Morning Edition Host/Producer
Arizona Western College, Yuma
Required: associate’s degree in broadcasting or related field plus 3 years of experience as radio host or broadcast news reporter. Demonstrated ability to produce long-form, NPR-quality, feature news reports. Preferred: Spanish-language fluency, public radio experience, understanding of Arizona issues. Duties: Hosts National Public Radio’s Morning Edition for broadcast on KAWC stations. Uses independent, professional judgment to provide local continuity in national programs. Uses independent judgment to select news, write copy and deliver local newscasts. Uses independent judgment to produce in-depth news and public affairs features. Contacts news leaders in Yuma community to develop news leads. Operates KAWC production facilities. Supervises part-time, student and volunteer programmers in use of KAWC production facilities, including digital editing systems. Supports the daily general operation of all KAWC radio stations. On-call 7 days a week to respond to off-air emergencies. Cross-trained in operation and maintenance of automation systems. Ensures KAWC compliance with applicable Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations concerning proper function and operation of transmitters and Emergency Alert System. Uses professional judgment to participate in station fundraising campaigns and community outreach projects. Performs related duties as required. Salary: $39,797 to $48,950 DOE, plus excellent fringe benefits. Successful applicant must pass a criminal background investigation. Note: 5-day work week. First review Oct. 20, 2008. Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. For application materials, please contact Arizona Western College, Human Resources, P.O. Box 929, Yuma, AZ 85366-0929, Phone: 928-344-7504; fax 928-317-6001; TTY 928-344-
7629; human.resourcesazwestern.edu; www. azwestern.edu. EOE.
Posted September 29, 2008
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