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Job Offer: Rural Policy Reporter:Montana Public Radio

Job description:

Rural Policy Reporter

Listing description    .
KUFM- Montana Public Radio (MTPR) invites applications for a Rural Policy Reporter (Media Programmer) to add depth to coverage of state government decisions impacting rural residents of Montana. You will regularly travel long distances in the state to bring coverage to MTPR's audience and distribution partners. During legislative sessions, you will contribute to MTPR's everyday statehouse coverage.

This position can work remotely in Montana or at MTPR's station in Missoula.

*This position is funded through a two (2) year grant from the Corporation of Public Broadcasting. *

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its fivepriorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of ?mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Examples of tasks and Responsibilities

   » News research using internet, newspapers, and other news sources.
   » Develop and maintain news sources.
   » Meet content quotas
   » Collaborate with content partners
   » Produce and deliver newscast reports and feature length stories using field recording kits, audio equipment and computers.
   » Upload audio, video, and text content to website, podcasting platforms, and social media platforms as appropriate.
   » Drive long distances.
   » Regular, multi-day reporting trips
   » Represent Montana Public Radio while traveling and answer public inquiries about the station and news policy.

Minimum Qualifications

   » expertise of journalism ethics and standards of fairness and balance.
   » Excellent speaking and writing expertise.
   » capability to research and comprehend complex issues, and translate them into clear, concise news reports.
   » Driver's license
   » capability to interview, record, write and digitally edit audio, video and still photography files.
   » Professional demeanor and behavior and capability to interact with a wide variety of people.
   » capability to post audio, video and photography online across multiple platforms.
   » capability to convert radio broadcast content to online reports.
   » capability to execute under deadline pressures and highly emotional circumstances.
Preferred Qualifications
   » Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related fields
   » Two (2) years of practice in a reporting function, preferably in public radio or television

Additional Information

Position Number: 777870
Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week)
*This position is funded through a two (2) year grant from the Corporation of Public Broadcasting. *
Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum
Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Screening of applications will begin after the closing date; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

A complete application includes:
   »Letter of Interest - covering your qualifications and practice related to the stated required expertise for the position. A general letter salutation such as ?Dear Search Committee? or ?Dear Hiring Manager? is acceptable.
   »Detailed Resume - listing education and describing work practice
   »Three (3) Professional References - names and contact information
   »Three (3) Reporting Samples
Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In conformity with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in conformity with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are significant to essential job functions.
Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Organization: 
Montana Public Radio

Job Job location: 
Missoula, MT United States

Job Job Category: 
Reporting

Deadline: 
Sunday, November 24, 2024

Employment Type: 
Full time

Hours Per Week: 
40.00

Send Application Materials To: 

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ummissoula/jobs/4697312/rural-policy-rep orter-kufm-montana-public-radio?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

income Per Hour: 
$23

Website: 
https://www.mtpr.org/

Email address: 
E-Mail: corin.cates-carney@mtpr.org

Phone: 
(406) 243-4075

Job Field: 
Radio and Television

 

 

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Employment type:
Salary: Unspecified
Degree: Unspecified
Experience (year): Unspecified
Job Location: Missoula, Montana
Address: Missoula
Company Type Employer
Post Date: 10/22/2024 / Viewed 1 times
Contact Information
Company: Montana Public Radio
Contact Email: corin.cates-carney@mtpr.org


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