Broadcast Operations Director & Chief Operator

KCBX; San Luis Obispo (CA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KCBX, a community-licensed radio station based in San Luis Obispo, seeks an Operations Director to oversee daily broadcast and streaming operations. You will own the technical and regulatory side of the broadcast day and serve as the Chief Operator, ensuring accuracy and FCC compliance across platforms.

As the lead, you will manage ENCO DAD automation, train staff and volunteers, coordinate programming with the development team, and provide IT support.

Qualifications

• Three or more years in radio operations or a closely related role.
• Hands-on automation experience at the configuration level with ENCO, WideOrbit, Zetta, Rivendell, or comparable.
• Working knowledge of FCC rules for non-commercial stations, including EAS and underwriting identification.
• Digital audio production and multi-track editing skills.
• Ability to teach console and studio operation to staff and volunteers and troubleshoot.
• Independent judgment to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, holidays, and occasional off-hours.
• A degree in broadcasting, communications, or five years of demonstrable equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Daily broadcast operations across FM, HD, and streaming with quality and accuracy.
• Automation administration as principal operator for ENCO DAD system.
• FCC compliance and recordkeeping including EAS testing and logs.
• Traffic and continuity: scheduling, underwriting, and promotional announcements.
• Production support: imaging, spots, fundraising elements, and remote broadcasts.
• Additional operational support as fill-in on-air host and tech lead.

Skills

Automation systems experience

ENCO DAD

FCC rules knowledge

Education

Broadcasting or Communications degree

Tools

ENCO DAD

WideOrbit

Zetta

Rivendell

Job description

KCBX, a community-licensed radio station based in San Luis Obispo, seeks an Operations Director to oversee daily broadcast and streaming operations. You will own the technical and regulatory side of the broadcast day and serve as the Chief Operator, ensuring accuracy and FCC compliance across platforms.

As the lead, you will manage ENCO DAD automation, train staff and volunteers, coordinate programming with the development team, and provide IT support.