Director Strategic Partnership and Broadcasting

Central Texas College; Killeen, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Texas College seeks a dynamic leader to manage KNCT-FM operations and drive strategic business development for the college’s community engagement efforts.

The role involves budget planning, regulatory compliance, and developing partnerships across industries to expand reach and revenue opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical or business field is required.
• Minimum four years of management experience; six years preferred.
• One year supervisory experience required.
• Experience building business networks preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain relationships with partners and internal teams.
• Knowledge of FCC rules and CPB policies relating to noncommercial station operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee KNCT-FM operations and all services and programming.
• Prepare and manage the station’s annual operating budget and regulatory reports.
• Recruit, train and evaluate department managers and address performance issues.
• Pursue additional funding and grant opportunities with donors and sponsors.
• Direct station fundraising, streaming, and online activities with a consistent brand.
• Develop partnerships with community stakeholders to promote the college and enrollment growth.
• Coordinate with college marketing to highlight events and programs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Relationship building

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field

Tools

Broadcast equipment literacy

Social media management

Job description

This position will serve as a liaison between Central Texas College and potential community, business, and industry partners, working closely with college leadership to identify new opportunities and expand market reach, through planning, relationship building, and strong market knowledge of central Texas area ensuring alignment with CTC’s strategic objectives and financial goals. Position will manage the day-to-day operations of KNCT-FM while identifying and aligning opportunities for furthering business development.

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution in an appropriate technical or business field required.
• Four years management experience (or comparable in radio broadcast stations, preferably in non-commercial radio stations, organizational partnership development, or business development), six years experience preferred.
• One year supervisory experience required.
• Prior experience building business networks preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to build and maintain strong relationships with partners and internal teams.
• Ability to build extensive network in relevant industries, ability to make connections and build relationships with potential partners.
• Demonstrated experience in station development, programing and digital services.
• Demonstrated experience in station and online technical expertise preferred.
• Experienced and knowledgeable of FCC Rules and Regulations relating to noncommercial station operations required
• Experienced and knowledgeable of CPB policies relating to radio operations required.
• Demonstrated experience in organizational partnership engagement and development.
• Demonstrated experience in negotiation, relationship building and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to lead dynamic team of professionals through coordination of activities and adaptability to stay aligned with college priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage an annual operating budget.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Oversee the operations of the College’s online radio station and assume responsibility for all services and programming provided by KNCT-FM and its associated online activities.
• Prepare and provide direction for the station’s annual operating budget; prepare and submit all required FCC and CPB reports; and recommend equipment replacements and acquisitions through budgeting process.
• Recruit, assign, train and evaluate department managers of the radio station, resolve performance and operational issues.
• Seek out sources of additional funding/revenue from corporate and major station donors as well as prepare grant applications as needed.
• Maintain direction for all station on-air fund-raising activities including all locally produced radio programming through strategic alignment, consistent messaging, and coordination of production activities. Providing performance metrics and adjusting content or scheduling as needed.
• Maintain direction for the stations streaming and on-line activities to include all social media activities associated with the station through set content guidelines, built content calendars, and a defined brand through consistent application.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community stakeholders across the college district to represent and promote the college's programs and services, fostering engagement and supporting enrollment growth.
• Establish and implement a partnership strategy aligned with the college’s strategic plan and annual priorities while serving as the liaison for businesses and community to connect with the college.
• Monitor trends in community college setting to adjust strategies and maintain competitive edge with regard to revenue opportunities and student growth.
• Work closely with the college marketing department to promote campus events, programs, and activities of the college.
• Maintain relationships with various college departments, faculty and students to further the mission of Central Texas College.
• Oversee the development, tacking, and management of all contracts for services, leases, and personnel services within KNCT FM ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.