ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Listen to, develop and maintain informed opinions on music supplied to the radio station on an ongoing basis
• Make decisions as to the appropriateness of music for airplay on an ongoing basis
• Maintain music library on a weekly basis
• Liaison with external music sources and suppliers as required on a daily basis
• Develop and maintain all clocks, rotations, category compositions, rules etc. as they relate to music scheduling
• Schedule and troubleshoot daily music logs
• Maintain/update database and music software as required
• Schedule on-air talent on a weekly and as-required basis
• Coordinate with other staff members to ensure programming airs as required
• Train appropriate staff in the operation of on-air technology as required
• Communicate daily with the Program Director to report and trouble-shoot on all operational discrepancies and issues of non-performance
• Fill in for Program Director as required
• To work with the station’s Web Editor to ensure content and promotions are relevant to the target audience
• Assist the Program Director in addressing listener complaints and suggestions on an ongoing basis
• To respond to any and all music queries from listeners as needed
• To appropriately represent the company when attending relevant industry and community-related events on an ongoing basis
• Make daily appearances as scheduled by programming and promotions
• Execute required station remotes, call-ins or live broadcasts from various areas identified as “hot zips” or heavy listener-concentrated neighborhoods
• Assist in preparation for live broadcast content including interviews with political figures, artists, listeners, and clients

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize and effectively manage time
• Dedicated and driven work ethic
• Comfortable making presentations to all size groups (5-50)
• Some travel required
• Self-starter with the ability to take and follow directions. Work well independently and as an integral part of the team
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with the station’s clients and listeners
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, and lift/move up to 50 lbs
• Complies with Network and Urban One’s mandatory training and adheres to related course deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and direct a team to include but not limited to:
• Provide regular constructive feedback
• Resolve issues/conflicts with diplomacy in a timely manner
• Provide ongoing guidance and support for growth and development
• Deploy effective coaching skills
• Practical understanding of anti-harassment and discrimination laws
• Ability to effectively administer performance reviews, and corrective action plans as appropriate.
• Ensure team (s) attend mandatory department and/or mandatory company training (s) as required.
• Submit to a criminal background check
• Legal right to work in the United States

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from 2 college or technical schools preferred; 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. The company reserves to modify duties and this job description without advance notice. This position is at will unless otherwise issued a fully executed agreement. We are Equal Opportunity Employer, are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, and that your team does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. 2025

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