Weekend Announcer​/Board Operator

Weekend Announcer/Board Operator

Southern Oregon University

• Final date to receive applications:
  July 6, 2026
• Appointment start date:
  July 27, 2026
• Job family group:
  Administrative and Professional
• Division/Department:
  Jefferson Public Radio
• Compensation: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
• FLSA status:
  Non‑Exempt
• Appointment: 12‑month, part‑time 8 hours per week
• Benefits:
  None
• Renewable:
  No
• Driver license:
  Not required
• Background check:
  Required
• Lead work/supervisory responsibilities:
  No
• Work location:
  
  On‑campus
• Work hours:
  
  Saturday and Sunday mornings 5:00–9:00 am
• Legal work status:
  Must be eligible to work in US without visa sponsorship

• Attach a letter explaining your qualifications and interest in the position and a current resume/CV. During the application, upload all documents into the Resume section. Failure to provide all required documents may disqualify your application.
• Contact Human Resource Services: hrs or (541) 552‑8553 for inquiries.

Jefferson Public Radio (JPR) is Southern Oregon University’s network of public radio stations. This position oversees JPR’s weekend operations and serves as a local host of NPR’s Weekend Edition, inserting local breaks into designated portions of the program. The employee must be comfortable working in a live radio environment, have a clear and engaging speaking voice, and be an effective problem solver using a wide array of computer systems and technology.

• Clear and engaging speaking voice, able to read aloud from printed copy smoothly and with pacing awareness.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under strict deadlines.
• Experience with word processing, web browsing, and navigating the university’s campus computer network.

• Previous radio and/or audio production experience.
• Proficiency with audio editing and playback software, e.g., Adobe Audition.
• Experience operating radio control board and other audio equipment (CD players, computer hard drive playback).

(50%) Host Weekend Edition – forward promote upcoming segments and insert local weather forecasts.

(45%) Record and produce promotional and programming announcements for later broadcast, tagging announcements from NPR and other public radio networks, and pre‑recording weather announcements.

(5%) Monitor station operating parameters, troubleshoot minor technical issues, and quickly notify JPR staff of larger issues.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated customer service experience requiring high diplomacy and professionalism.
• Ability to work with a high level of productivity and accuracy/attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, able to prioritize multiple assignments.
• Excellent computer skills, proficient with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, online systems, social media platforms, internet, and online calendaring and email.
• Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork, maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere within the university and with diverse populations.
• Willingness and ability to work effectively in a heavily bureaucratic environment with regular interaction across multiple levels and outside agencies.
• Working knowledge or ability to quickly learn university infrastructure, policies, and procedures.

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.

• Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off‑site for occasional professional development.
• Must be able to work additional hours and adjust working hours to meet special jobs; may be called back periodically for emergency work.
• Must successfully pass a pre‑employment background check.
• Position is non‑exempt and subject to FLSA overtime provisions.
• Position holder is a mandatory reporter under Oregon Revised Statutes and must comply with requirements set by the Oregon Department of Human Services.

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