We do not accept unsolicited resumes. They will not be reviewed or kept on file. We review all resumes for positions in which we are seeking candidates and keep them on file for at least one year.
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KPFA RADIO SEEKS A GENERAL MANAGER
KPFA-FM in Berkeley, California, was established in 1949 as the first listener-supported radio station in the U.S. It is the flagship station of the Pacifica Network, which is a mission-driven organization dedicated to free speech, peace, social justice, and crosscultural understanding. Broadcasting at 59,000 watts, KPFA serves much of Northern and Central California with an eclectic mix of arts, cultural, music, news and public affairs programming. KPFA seeks a General Manager to provide leadership and vision, who is serious about innovative, high-quality, community-based programming.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The General Manager is responsible and accountable for overall administration, personnel, programming, financing, technical operations and public relations of the station. Working with the staff, the Local Station Board, and the community, the GeneralManager is responsible for monitoring and guiding the station.
The General Manager (GM) supervises a management team consisting of the Development Director, Program Director, Business Manager, Chief Engineer and others, in the administration of all station operations, including programming, human resources, budgeting, fundraising, long-term planning, and FCC compliance. The GM reports to both KPFA's elected Local Station Board and Pacifica's national Executive Director in implementation of the Pacifica mission.
Financial Accountabilities and Responsibilities
• Supervises the preparation of the station's annual budget (currently $3.5 million) and presents it to KPFA's Local Station Board and the Pacifica National Board for review and approval.
• Maintains the fiscal integrity of the station through membership/fundraising activities, budget management, and compliance with Pacifica National Board and Pacifica National Office policies and practices.
• Supervises the preparation of reports for revenue and expense oversight and
ensures that station maintains a balanced budget.
General Operations/Physical Plant
• Ensure transmitter function and compliance with all necessary local, state and
Federal laws and regulations.
• Ensure maintenance of physical plant in conjunction with chief engineer and/or
operations manager.
Programming
• Ensure program content complies with all necessary state and Federal laws,
regulations, and requirements as well as Pacifica programming policies and
requirements.
• Establish, maintain, and review programming goals and services in line with
Pacifica's mission and goals.
• Oversee technical broadcast operations, and program content, delivery, format,
and schedule.
FCC, CPB, EEO, AG Reports
• Ensure completion of and compliance with necessary public file reports, annual
CPB Station Activity Surveys, FCC license renewal applications, EEO mandates,
charity registration with state Attorney General, OSHA regulations, and other
necessary filings.
Governance
• Serve as a non-voting member of the station's Local Station Board, attending
meetings once per month as an ex-officio member.
• Select a Program Director from a pool of candidates presented by the station's
Local Station Board.
• Work with Local Elections Supervisor on implementing local board elections.
Personnel/Trade Union
Supervise all station staff, paid (30+) and unpaid (~200)
• Attend trade union contract negotiations and handle grievance process.
• Follow all Pacifica procedures and state and Federal laws and union contracts
regarding employment processing, recruitment and selection, hiring, evaluation,
termination, and other personnel actions.
• Ensure that public safety measures are in place for paid and unpaid staff, members of the general public, and visitors.
Community Relations
• Represent the station and Pacifica at public forums. Handle media relations for
the station.
• Broadcast regular report to the listeners with time allotted for call-ins.
Development
• Supervise development of strategies and plans for fundraising on- and off-air.
• Meet with donors as needed.
Internet
• Oversee maintenance and development of KPFA’s web services and social media
engagement.
REQUIREMENTS:
Demonstrated commitment to Pacifica's Mission. Bachelor's Degree or commensurate experience in related field 3-5 years of experience managing a radio station, preferably in public broadcasting, or related media. Candidate must be committed to a diverse workplace. Candidate will possess excellent management skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with paid and volunteer staff. Candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to lead and motivate staff and volunteers. Fund raising experience required.
SALARY
This is a full-time management position. Annual salary: DOE. Excellent benefits:
medical, dental, 403(b) and generous vacation and holiday benefits.
TO APPLY:
Email your resume, letter of interest, and salary requirement to: gmhire@kpfa.org or mail to:
Attn: General Manager Search
KPFA Business Office
1929 Martin Luther King, Jr Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
Applications will be held in confidence.
DEADLINE: Open until filled.
Pacifica/KPFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, gender, age, disability, or nationality.
Principals only – no agents, please.
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KPFA RADIO SEEKS A PROGRAM DIRECTOR
KPFA-FM in Berkeley, California, was established in 1949 as the first listener-supported radio station in the U.S. It is the flagship station of the Pacifica Network, which is a mission-driven organization dedicated to free speech, peace, social justice, and cross-cultural understanding. Broadcasting at 59,000 watts, KPFA serves much of Northern and Central California with an eclectic mix of arts, cultural, music, news and public affairs programming. The majority of KPFA's 200+ programmers are volunteers, but the station also has paid producers and program hosts.
KPFA seeks a Program Director to provide leadership and vision, who is serious about innovative, high-quality, community-based programming.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Program Director reports to the General Manager. The Program Director is the immediate supervisor of KPFA's programming Department Heads and oversees all programmers at the station.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Ensure the the smooth and orderly broadcasting of KPFA's programs (both regular programs and special broadcasts).
• Monitor the quality of KPFA's programming, and implement improvements (staff training, etc.) Supervise the programming Department Heads and evaluate their performance.
• Develop an overall plan for KPFA's programming.
• Participate in the planning and monitoring of on-air fund drives and other fundraising activities.
• Keep the Local Station Board updated regarding KPFA programming matters. Respond to requests for information from the Board about programming issues.
• Work with KPFA's Web producer and programmers to improve audience engagement through internet technologies and social media.
• Respond to listener inquiries about programming, meet with donors, and represent KPFA at public events.
• Stay informed about developments in community radio and other media.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in radio programming, including at least 2 years in community, college or public radio. Experience supervising staff (both paid and volunteer).
Helpful Experience: Experience in the planning and execution of fundraising activities. Familiarity with the technical aspects of broadcasting. Experience with online media.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to work harmoniously with a large and diverse workforce, to achieve compromise among sharply differing points of view, and to motivate employees and volunteers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with FCC and CPB rules and regulations.
• Familiarity with audience-research tools (surveys, Arbitrons, etc.)
SALARY:
This is a full-time management position. Annual salary: DOE. Excellent benefits: medical, dental, 403(b) and generous vacation and holiday benefits.
TO APPLY:
Email your resume, letter of interest, and salary requirement to: pdhire@kpfa.org or mail to:
Attn: Program Director Search
KPFA Business Office
1929 Martin Luther King, Jr Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
Applications will be held in confidence.
DEADLINE: Open until filled.
Pacifica/KPFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, gender, age, disability, or nationality.
Principals only – no agents, please.
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Internships: KPFA’s “UpFront”
The show
UpFront is a fast-paced magazine-format public affairs program covering local, state, national, and international news developments. It broadcasts on the San Francisco Bay Area’s KPFA-FM weekday mornings from 7:AM to 8:AM.
The work
Interns become a part of our production team: they contribute ideas during editorial meetings; conceptualize, research, and prepare segments; book guests, gather audio, and edit recorded material. We may also ask interns to help with web-postings and social media.
What you get
We train interns on some technical skills (line production, audio editing) on an as-needed basis. Aside from that, you’ll learn how a daily radio program gets put together—by actually doing it. We’re a small staff, so we give interns more responsibility than most organizations. We’re committed to the personal growth of our interns: we’ll give you regular feedback and advice on your work.
KPFA’s training programs are well-respected at news organizations around the Bay Area, as this is where many of their staff started. This internship is also an excellent entrée to further work with KPFA.
What you don’t get
Money
What we require
Good writing skills, communication skills, and computer skills.
What we like
Some previous experience with journalism or radio production. If you have experience using field-recording equipment, we may send you out on assignment from time to time. If you’re primarily interested in field reporting, however, we encourage you to pursue the 6-month KPFA News Training Program.
We are particularly interested in interns who will expand the breadth of UpFront’s coverage by bringing their own background knowledge and community contacts to editorial discussions.
What you commit to
At least three days per week (24 hours) for at least 10 weeks, or at least two days per week (16 hours) for at least four months. Most of our work happens during business hours. However, you may have to field returned calls and emails from sources after hours.
How to apply
Submit cover letter and résumé to upfront@kpfa.org.
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Pacifica Foundation's
Job Description for
TITLE: Executive Director
STATUS: Regular Full time
SITE: National Office – Pacifica Radio – Berkeley, California
BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Life, Disability (Upon Completion of Introductory
Status)
I. Position Reports to: The Executive Director (ED) is selected, supervised and discharged by, and reports to, the collective body of the Pacifica National Board of Directors (PNB).
II. Definition: The Executive Director (hereafter referred to as "ED") is the President of the Pacifica Foundation, General Manager, Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Administrator, and is responsible for management activities of the Foundation pursuant to the Pacifica Bylaws, including hiring of Station Managers of the five sister stat ions and National Staff with the exception of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO); implementation of Board policies and bylaws; and oversight of fund raising, development, national programming, financial stability, physical integrity, and compliance with CPB, FCC and ADA rules and regulations.
The National Finance Staff works under the direction of the CFO. All Pacifica Staff, including the CFO and other National Finance Staff, report to the ED. Both the CFO and the ED report independently to the board.
III. The ED ensures that the Foundation operates in a fiscally and socially responsible fashion in compliance both with state and federal laws, and with the mission of the Foundation to operate radio outlets that encourage the creative skills and energies of the community; to contribute to a lasting understanding between nations and individuals of all nations, races, creeds and colors; to gather and disseminate information on the causes of conflict between such groups; to promote the study of political and economic problems and of the causes of religious, philosophical and racial antagonisms; and to employ varied sources in the public presentation of accurate, comprehensive news on all matters affecting the community.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
1. Responsible for fund raising, such as oversight of grant writing, major donor events, direct mail campaigns, etc.
2. Managing and supervising National Staff and General Managers to provide for the effective operation of the Foundation's pu blic radio stations and other business units in compliance with the objectives and policies of the Board of Directors and consistent with the Pacifica mission.
3. Appointing and facilitating the work of a National Election Supervisor in each year when elections for delegates are held.
4. Selecting General Managers for each sister station upon vacancy, from candidates presented by the Local Station Board (LSB).
5. Selecting Interim General Managers when needed to fill vacancies.
6. Hiring, coordinating and terminating supervised National staff.
(Positions include, but are not limited to, the Human Resources Director, Pacifica Radio Archives Director, Assistant to the Director, National Technical Director, Affiliates Program Director, Webmaster, Network Programming Coordinator, News Bureau Director, Administrative Assistant, National Development Director).
7. Conducting annual evaluations of supervised National Staff and General Managers, with recommendations in consultation with Human Resources where a
ppropriate.
GOVERNANCE
8. Attending and participating in meetings of the PNB and Coordinating Committee, including teleconferences, regular and special meetings.
9. Ensuring the effective organization of in-person PNB meetings, including preparation of Board packets, in cooperation and assisted by the Board Chair and/or Coordinating Committee.
COMMUNICATIONS
10. Conforming to the communication policies established by the Board, including accurate reports and provision of appropriate information for D irectors upon request.
11. Supporting the PNB in fulfilling its governance role through regular communication with the Board and its officers.
HUMAN RESOURCES
12. Ensuring that stations and the network are managed according to state, FCC and CPB require ments, including state and federal labor and employment regulations, and that any grievances are addressed and resolved in a fair and timely manner.
13. Participating in Union collective bargaining agreement negotiations and respond to Union requests in collaboration with the General Managers, CFO and Human Resources as appropriate.
14. Supervising compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
15. Encouraging equal opportunity and diversity in staffing, management and programming at stations, the Pacifica Radio Archives, and in the National Office.
FINANCES
16. Working with and supervising the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), overseeing the Foundation's budget, and providing for fiscal integrity of the Foundation within the approved limits of the PNB.
17. Developing fiscally sound budgets in coordination with the CFO, General Managers, and the Pacifica National Board Finance Committee.
18. Reviewing financial statements with the CFO.
19. Monitoring and/or authorizing expenditures as appropriate in accordance with budgets approved by the PNB, including but not limited to check authorization, reimbursements, consultant hires.
20. Bringing contracts to the Coordinating Committee and PNB for review and/or approval, based on current policies.
PROGRAMMING
21. Providing opportunities for paid and unpaid staff and volunteers from network and affiliate stations to apply for participation in national coverage and/or national programming.
22. Ensuring the development of excellent national program ming that covers major political and cultural events and topics.
23. Ensuring that technical systems, equipment, and structures adequate for the production and distribution of programs are maintained.
24. Responsible for guiding the Foundation through technological changes and taking the lead indefining how to harness new technologies to promote Pacifica and its mission.
25. Overseeing and developing Affiliate relations and other collaborations in order to encourage productive and mutually beneficial relationships.
26. Promoting activities and development that makes it possible for Pacifica to maximize its audience and expand its membership.
LEGAL
27. Managing litigation and other legal matters with the PNB, in consultation with Foundation counsel and other attorneys as needed. The ED and Foundation counsel are responsible for promptly reporting all legal matters to the PNB.
Retainers with all attorneys may only be entered into with Board approval in the form of a motion passed by the collective board authorizing said contract.
28. Developing, monitoring and enforcing procedures and policies, and maintaining confidentiality on legal, personnel and other appropriate matters in collaboration with the Human Resources Director or firm.
PROMOTION
29. Serving as spokesperson for the Pacifica Foundation, representing it in business relationships with other national and state nonprofits, government agencies, the media, professional organizations, and similar groups.
30. Expanding positive public awareness of Pacifica through community events, media outreachefforts, and development of promotional campaigns, including prevailing technology and social media.
Please send cover letter, resume, three references and a letter of approximately 500 words on the importance of independent media. Place job title – “Pacifica ED” – in the subject line and address email to: ed-job@pacifica.org for the ED position. All applications are due by7 May 31, 2013.
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KPFA Pacifica Radio is an EOE/AA Employer
View our 2007 EEO Report (21kb, pdf).
For internship opportunites at KPFA Radio see our Internship Page.
For additional job listings, please see the websites of the other 4 individual Pacifica stations:
