This is a description of a Staff Position Classification. It is not an announcement of a position opening. To view descriptions of current openings, please go to UNMJobs and Search Postings to view positions that are currently accepting applications.
The following statements are intended to describe, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibility levels characteristic of positions assigned to this classification. They should not be viewed as an exhaustive list of the specific duties and prerequisites applicable to individual positions that have been so classified.
Summary
Under general supervision, directs station music programming. Responsible for music selection, oversight of station music library, and music label relationships. Schedules, trains, and develops volunteer on-air talent and ensures on-air/online reporting compliance. Promotes musical programming across digital, social, and community platforms, participates in on-air fundraising, and represents KUNM with artists and partners to position the station as a hub for music.
Duties and Responsibilities
Schedules, selects, and trains on-air talent; coordinates the volunteer music-host schedule and ensures adequate coverage for all shifts.
Plans, assigns, and oversees the work of volunteer personnel engaged in music programing.
Supervises and trains department personnel, including students, interns, and volunteers; provides mentorship and developmental feedback to music hosts.
Participates in on-air fundraising activities and related training and preparation.
Directs and monitors the selection of on-air music; ensures on-air talent have access to new and relevant material.
Maintains and secures the music library; establishes and administers music cataloging systems, reference files, and library software tracking system.
Establishes and maintains relationships with national and international recording labels to ensure timely delivery of new and relevant music for programming consideration.
Oversees intake, cataloging, and internal distribution of recorded materials received by the station.
Ensures compliance with on-air and online music reporting requirements.
Cultivates the department's presence online and through social media; leverages existing and emerging platforms to promote music programming and increase audience engagement.
Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, and planning.
Participates in the development of annual operating budgets and provides fiscal direction to the unit.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Ability to supervise, train, and schedule staff and volunteers, including organizing and prioritizing work assignments for a diverse group of music hosts.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of principles and procedures for receiving, cataloging, and distribution of broadcast recordings.
Knowledge of external sources for recorded broadcast materials.
Ability to select and program music for broadcast within defined parameters.
Knowledge of music library procedures in a broadcast setting.
Knowledge of computerized and/or manual music cataloging and referencing systems.
Knowledge of on-air and online techniques/procedures, protocols, and standards.
Ability to use social media and digital tools to build audience and promote music programming.
Ability to program and host on-air broadcasts.
Ability to monitor and/or maintain superior quality control standard
Ability to develop systems solutions for operational problems.
Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
Knowledge of budget preparation, cost estimating, monitoring, and fiscal management principles and procedures.
Conditions of Employment
Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
No or very limited physical effort required.
No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
The University of New Mexico provides all training required by OSHA to ensure employee safety.
