TV Programming Manager

Available Title(s):

1162-YN_ADMINPRO - Manager

Business Title:

TV Programming Manager

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As the TV Programming Manager, you will oversee the programming and scheduling of shows on Northwest Public Broadcasting (NWPB) television and its visual streaming platforms, ensuring a seamless experience for viewers. Your role will involve acquiring, planning, organizing, and monitoring of NWPB’s television programs, services, and promotions. Additionally, you will collaborate with NWPB’s Director of Audience, Director of Content, and Director of Marketing to leverage cross-promotional assets effectively. You will coordinate and manage the systems and in-house operations required for successful daily operation of the NWPB television. You will help manage the allocation of programming resources and regularly exercises independent judgment and discretion in work directly related to management policies or department business operations and has delegated authority to make commitments that affect department operations.

This position is located in Pullman, WA. Remote/hybrid work in the Western United States may be available.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a field related to the functional managerial area which has included at least one (1) year of supervisory experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

• Experience in broadcasting, with preference given to TV including experience in programming, traffic, asset management, or operations.

•  Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid driver’s license at time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in broadcasting, mass communications, or closely related field.

• Experience in PBS programming formats.

• Experience with ProHost or Protrack scheduling software.

• Knowledge of television and/or radio traffic.

• Fundraising experience.

• Knowledge of audience-building techniques.

• Experience working in master control or with joint-master control.

Additional Information:

Area/College:

Edward R. Murrow College of Communication

Department Name:

Northwest Public Broadcasting

City, State, Zip:

Pullman, WA 99163

Department Link:

Murrow College and Northwest Public Broadcasting

Monthly Salary:

$4,508.70 to $5,635.87 |In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. For additional information, please review WSU’s Administrative Professional Compensation .  

Benefits:

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation .

Overtime Eligibility:

Overtime eligible.

FTE:

100%

Position Type:

This is a Permanent position.
Posting Close Date:

Applicants must submit their completed application by Wednesday, April 10, 2024 by 11:59 p.m.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover letter

External candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/CV” section of your application.

Internal candidate (current WSU employees), please upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.
Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need.  A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .