‘Morning Edition’ Host and Operations Lead

Northeast Indiana Public Radio; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short term/Long term disability

Life insurance

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Paid professional development days

Paid community service days

Job summary

A community-focused radio station is seeking a Host and Operations Lead to oversee daily broadcasts and ensure smooth operational functions, including compliance with FCC regulations. Responsibilities include managing workflows, community engagement, and maintaining the station's technical infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience in operations management, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to the station's mission. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations management, preferably in nonprofit, broadcasting, or media environments.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with FCC regulations and broadcast compliance requirements is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with staff, volunteers, and community members.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily broadcast and streaming operational functions.
• Manage broadcast systems, ensuring FCC compliance.
• Supervise daily programming schedules and workflows.
• Support community events and partnerships aligning with the station’s mission.

Skills

Operations management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Tools

Audio production software

Radio broadcast equipment

Job description

‘Morning Edition’ Host and Operations Lead

Host & Operations Lead

Full-time, exempt
Reporting to the President & General Manager
Pay: $50,000

Job Description:

The Host and Operations Lead is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily broadcast, on-demand, and streaming operational functions of WBOI. This includes managing broadcast systems, ensuring FCC compliance, coordinating staff and volunteers, maintaining technical infrastructure, and supporting administrative needs. This position also hosts Morning Edition, WBOI’s most listened to program.
The role is critical to ensuring the station’s reliability, quality programming, and long-term sustainability.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Broadcast & Technical Operations

• Ensure compliance with FCC and all applicable broadcast regulations and program reporting requirements
• Troubleshoot and resolve programming issues promptly to minimize service interruptions
• Coordinate with engineering and technical support partners as needed

Operational Leadership

• Develop and implement efficient workflows, policies, and procedures for station operations
• Manage daily programming schedules to ensure seamless broadcast delivery
• Track and document operational performance, compliance reports, and maintenance logs
• Foster a collaborative and mission-focused work environment
• Supervise Host & Operations Coordinator
• Assist the President with budgeting, resource allocation, and operational planning
• Provide operational data and insights for grant applications and fundraising efforts

Community & Strategic Engagement

• Support community events, outreach efforts, and partnerships that align with WBOI’s mission
• Collaborate with leadership to plan for future operational needs and growth initiatives

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Experience in operations management, preferably in nonprofit, broadcasting, or media environments
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Familiarity with—or willingness to learn—FCC regulations and broadcast compliance requirements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with staff, volunteers, and community members
• Commitment to WBOI’s mission of serving as a trusted community resource

Preferred:

• Technical experience with radio broadcast equipment, audio production software
• Knowledge of NPR/Public Radio operational standards and best practices

Travel Required

Transportation to and from the station is required for hosting responsibilities. Emergency operations responsibilities may also require unplanned trips to the station to respond to special coverage or breaking news alerts.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WBOI’s full time employees enjoy health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, short term/long term disability, and life insurance subsidized by the company. Additionally, the station offers paid time-off for all employees, sick time, paid community service days, paid professional development days, and paid holidays for full-time employees. All employees can invest in their future by making contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan.

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and your hosting demo to [e-mail]