Radio Operations Manager: Lead Student Staff & Broadcast Quality

University of North Texa; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Texas in Denton is seeking a Radio Operations Manager to maintain KNTU's sound quality and oversee staff performance. The role includes supervising student volunteers, ensuring compliance with program plans, and coordinating content across on-air, web, and podcast platforms.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and several years of related broadcasting experience, with a schedule that may include evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field; five years of professional related experience preferred, e.g., as an Operations manager, program director, or promotions director.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and FCC rules and regulations.
• Ability to supervise and train staff; manage schedules and shifts.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and manage student staff directors and volunteers.
• Oversee quality control of on-air content, podcasts, music, and logs; approve scripts and loading content.
• Manage fundraising activities to increase donations for KNTU.
• Coordinate online content for KNTU websites, social media, and podcasts.
• Assist with public affairs programming and local coverage.
• Monitor on-air operations and provide feedback to staff directors.

Skills

FCC rules

Communication skills

Staff supervision

Scheduling flexibility

Safety knowledge

Radio operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

University of North Texas in Denton is seeking a Radio Operations Manager to maintain KNTU's sound quality and oversee staff performance. The role includes supervising student volunteers, ensuring compliance with program plans, and coordinating content across on-air, web, and podcast platforms.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and several years of related broadcasting experience, with a schedule that may include evenings and weekends.