Station Coordinator

Mount Royal University; Calgary; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Mount Royal University’s MRU.ca Station Coordinator role supports students and faculty in keeping an online radio station and website running smoothly. Responsibilities include purchasing and uploading music, coordinating schedules, and updating the site as needed.

This flexible, on-site position offers variable hours per week, typically within 3 to 35 hours, and pays $15.45–$19.44 per hour. Ideal candidates are Broadcast Media Studies students with leadership and tech skills and a proactive

Qualifications

• Full-time student in 1st–3rd year of the Broadcast Media Studies Degree program.
• Must be academically in good standing.
• Minimum 6 months of previous work experience, 12 months preferred.
• Experience as a leader (keyholder, shift manager) is a huge asset.
• Tech savvy; operational heavy role requiring knowledge of computer technology and software.
• Problem-solving skills; ability to learn quickly and troubleshoot.
• Strong interpersonal skills; will be seen as a leader by peers and students.

Responsibilities

• Programming using OMT Production tools to create hour logs for daily formats and on-air programming.
• Uploading music from DMDS weekly to the library.
• Managing iTunes account and spending balance.
• Importing student projects into the OMT interface.
• Updating the website as required.
• On-air DJ scheduling.
• Managing station email.
• Monitoring social media and keeping content fresh.
• Planning remotes for MRU events and Cougar games.
• Housekeeping for promos, IDs, features, and PSAs in the library.

Skills

Tech savvy

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Leadership experience

Live online radio production knowledge

CMRU standards familiarity

Education

Broadcast Media Studies Degree (preferred)

Full-time student in 1st-3rd year

Tools

OMT Production Tools

DMDS

SoCast

iTunes management

OMT interface

Job description

About the Role

The CMRU.ca Station Coordinator supports students and faculty in maintaining a well-functioning online radio station and website. The coordinator's main duties are purchasing music, uploading music, coordinating the on-air schedule, and updating the website when required.

This is a flexible position whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Programming - using OMT Production tools/Log tools to make hour logs that can thenbe plugged into daily formats to ensure there is constant on-air programming
• Putting music into the library from our DMDS subscription weekly
• Managing iTunes account and spending balance
• Importing student projects into the OMT interface using OMT Production Tools
• Updating the website when required.
• On-air DJ scheduling
• Manage the station manager email
• Manage/Monitor our Social Media accounts when required.
• Plan remotes throughout the year (that are outside the course), including Cougar games and other MRU events (e.g. New Student Orientation)
• Housekeeping for promos/IDs/features/PSAs, etc. in the OMT library - Getting rid of anything that has been put in incorrectly, making sure everything is labeled, in the right folder/category, etc.
• Creating/Coordinating/Promoting any special on-air shows
• Using SoCast to monitor social media as well as keeping the website updated and fresh
• Keep the radio station area clean, tidy and presentable. Leading by example
• Be a mentor to peers and help with any questions
• Pick up the station mail bi-weekly from Communications desk

Qualifications

• A fulltime student in 1st , 2nd year or 3rd year of the Broadcast Media Studies Degree Program is preferable
• Must be academically in good standing
• Minimum 6 months of previous work experience, 12 months preferred
• Experience as a leader (keyholder, shift manager, any management) is a huge asset.
• TECH SAAVY. This is an operational heavy position that requires knowledge of computer technology and software usage.
• Problem-solving skills. You will be expected to learn quickly and troubleshoot.
• Strong Interpersonal skills. Students will be looking to you as a leader.
• Demonstrated knowledge of live online radio show production, paired with direct familiarity with CMRU standards and productions, is considered a strong asset.

Salary: $15.45 - $19.44 per hour

Closing Date: October 2, 2026

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan .