Assistant Programming Director

Montclair State University; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Montclair State University is seeking an Assistant Programming Director to support the Programming Director with managing NJ PBS’s broadcast and streaming schedule. The role involves coordinating program acquisitions and ensuring that all programming reflects New Jersey's diverse cultures and communities.

The ideal candidate should have at least three years of experience in media and a relevant Bachelor’s degree. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in a media, marketing, or content management organization.
• Experience in broadcast programming or scheduling.
• Familiarity with program log management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and managing the broadcast and streaming schedule.
• Coordinate with PBS national programming for scheduling.
• Manage traffic operations and program logs.
• Ensure programming reflects New Jersey's diversity.

Skills

Broadcast programming

Traffic operations

Communication skills

Content management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Broadcast scheduling software

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Programming Director, the Assistant Programming Director assists in planning and managing NJ PBS's broadcast and streaming schedule. The Assistant Programming Director is responsible for day‑to‑day scheduling, program acquisition coordination, traffic operations, and liaising with PBS national programming to ensure the programming grid reflects NJ PBS's editorial priorities and public service mission.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and commissioning of locally produced content, with particular focus on representing underserved New Jersey communities and partnering with the state’s business, art, educational and creator communities.
• Ensure programming reflects New Jersey's geographic, cultural, and linguistic diversity, including content for non‑English‑speaking audiences.
• Work with the programming director to develop and implement a programming strategy balancing national PBS content with locally produced and acquired programming.
• Assist in building and maintaining the broadcast and streaming program schedule.
• Coordinate with PBS national programming and other vendors for clearances and scheduling.
• Manage traffic operations, including program logs and commercial/underwriting placement.
• Fulfill log requests regularly for NJ PBA.
• Track program rights windows and clearance deadlines.
• Liaise with production staff to schedule locally produced content.
• Maintain programming database and scheduling software.
• Research and evaluate programs for acquisition.
• Assist in producing program guides and on‑air promotion schedules.
• Coordinate closed captioning and accessibility requirements for all programming.
• Support the Programming Director in special programming events and pledge drives.
• Handle scheduling adjustments for breaking news preemptions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field related to the position.
• A minimum of three years of experience working in a media, marketing or content management organization.
• Demonstrated experience in broadcast programming, scheduling, or traffic operations.
• Familiarity with broadcast scheduling software and program log management.

Preferred

• Experience at a PBS affiliate with knowledge of national programming clearance processes.
• Familiarity with FCC programming requirements.
• Experience with Nielsen audience data and broadcast scheduling analytics.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 annually. The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Title IX Statement

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities.