KENW-FM Operations Assistant

Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Director of Broadcasting, the Assistant Operations Director Assists the Operations FM Director with the on-air broadcast operations of KENW-FM.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in providing exceptional customer service in all interactions with students, staff, and the public.
• Assist in ensuring a high level of quality control for the on-air broadcast sound of FM programming.
• Assist in creating daily program logs for the FM automation system.
• Help maintain FM CD and audio archive libraries.
• Ensure that all recordings and out-of-house programs are received and prepared properly for broadcast.
• Maintain and ensure accuracy of broadcast, record, and EAS logs.
• Ensure that weekly EAS tests are conducted as required by the FCC.
• Help generate and maintain all checklists to ensure that daily and weekly tasks are accomplished.
• Help prepare program promos for daily broadcast.
• Assist in FM studio production as needed.
• Keep abreast of new technology and best practices in the field of broadcasting and communication theory, practices, and technology.
• Be knowledgeable about current FCC Rules and Regulations concerning FM broadcast operations.
• Help maintain and record daily readings and weather conditions for the National Weather Service.
• Assist KENW-TV with audio production as a station trade-out for FM engineering services provided by KENW-TV as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate's degree in broadcasting or a related field OR a combination of education and experience in Broadcasting.
• At least one year of experience in radio operations or a closely related field is preferred.

• Must be computer literate, including non-linear audio editing skills.
• Basic knowledge of audio equipment for studio and field production.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures and structures.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to maintain friendly customer service and professional demeanor with all constituencies.
• Project coordination and organizational skills and the ability to work as a team player.
• Ability to present a professional, pleasant, and cooperative attitude in coordinating communication between staff and the general public.

Physical Demand and Working Conditions:

• Work consists of exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a consistent amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Work is generally performed during standard business hours, with some evening and weekend hours as needed.
• This is a half time position.

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

Required Documents:
Letter of Interest
Contact information for three references (blind or off list reference checks may be conducted on finalists

Please ensure that you attach all required documents even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU as the committee does not have access to those records.

ENMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Eastern New Mexico University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the office of human resources at (575) 562-2115 . New Mexico is an open records state, therefore ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Requests for records should be sent to planning.analysis@enmu.edu . For any other inquires please contact Human Resources at (575) 562-2115 or e-mail ENMU.HRrecruiter@enmu.edu .