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posted_at: 24 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 175K–200K a year
How to Apply
DRiWaterstone is assisting this search for Michigan Radio. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://waterstonehc.com/driwaterstonehc/position/michigan-radio-exec-dir-gen-mngr...
Summary
The Executive Director and General Manager of Michigan Radio will be a visionary for the future of the station, working with a talented team of individuals in programming, operations, marketing, news, and fundraising. This role will
How to Apply
DRiWaterstone is assisting this search for Michigan Radio. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://waterstonehc.com/driwaterstonehc/position/michigan-radio-exec-dir-gen-mngr...
Summary
The Executive Director and General Manager of Michigan Radio will be a visionary for the future of the station, working with a talented team of individuals in programming, operations, marketing, news, and fundraising. This role will primarily focus on moving the strategic direction of the station forward, leading a strong, collaborative team, and ensuring efficient and effective operations and sustained funding models. The Executive Director and General Manager will report to the Vice President for Communications of the University of Michigan.
Mission Statement
The University of Michigan Office of the Vice President for Communications wants to employ a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
Responsibilities*
• Lead and inspire a strong, talented team of 50+ creative individuals ranging from on-air staff, content creators, fundraisers, news, marketing, and digital, operations, managers, and technical staff.
• Align the vision and daily operations to the future needs of the community, members, and funders, with a focused intent on the value of public radio; develop and communicate goals; take healthy risks.
• Communicate regularly and in a transparent manner with all staff; provide for an environment that is collaborative, high functioning, and where the team feels valued and recognized.
• Create a culture that embraces varied perspectives and is committed to ensuring the station’s staffing composition reflects the diverse communities they serve.
• Create the infrastructure and investment components needed (funding, operations, strategy, resources) to create important content, be innovative, capture new audiences, and tell authentic stories about our community.
• Use project management skills to align workflow to deliverables while ensuring accountability; infuse this approach through the organization; prioritize goals and initiatives.
• Build relationships with prospective donors (individual, foundation, corporate, grants) to match programming needs.
• Collaborate with and maintain connections with National Public Radio for industry knowledge, resources, opportunities, and tools.
• Manage financial resources to effectively support the implementation of the strategic plan and set the station up for a strong future.
• Understand the landscape of the workforce and plan for professional development needs including succession planning.
• Work with leadership to develop and execute digital, social media, and other marketing methods to expand station reach and build diverse audiences.
• Build and support a continuous improvement culture across the organization including the use of data and reports to make business decisions.
• Use knowledge of the public radio and/or non-profit industries to help us effectively plan for the future and expand beyond the traditional ways of operating and raising money.
• Skillfully support the team through the ethical complexities that naturally arise in journalism.
• Lead the team through myriad work modalities effectively while supporting a strong work-life balance, positive work culture, and a multi-generational workforce.
• Represent the station in an engaging, compelling manner with stakeholders and funders.
• Review and Interpret Federal Communication Commission regulations, government legislation, and University policies to develop consistent operating policies and maintain the legal status of station functions.
• Strive for truth and accuracy in all aspects of work.
Required Qualifications*
• 10+ years of leadership and management experience with a focus on positive organizational development approaches and supporting staff.
• Deep understanding of the operations of a public organization including financial resource management, marketing, and fundraising.
• Previous experience leading the development of a strategic plan and bringing that plan through to implementation.
• Knowledge of and applied use of project management skills.
• Fundraising experience within a non-profit including a proven track record of securing major gifts.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion including how the work of public radio aligns with these ideals.
• Working knowledge of the principles of change management.
• Knowledge of the trends within the public radio industry.
• Interest, understanding of, and passion for the mission of public radio and the landscape within Michigan.
• High emotional intelligence with an understanding of how to effectively lead creative individuals.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Information
Salary Range: $175,000 - $200,000
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Opening ID
233359
Working Title
Michigan Radio Executive Director and General Manager
Job Title
Public Media Top Executive
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Vice Pres Communicat
Department
VP for Communications
Posting Begin/End Date
4/17/2023 - 6/01/2023
Salary
$175,000.00 - $200,000.00
Career Interest
Communications & Marketing Show more details...
DRiWaterstone is assisting this search for Michigan Radio. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://waterstonehc.com/driwaterstonehc/position/michigan-radio-exec-dir-gen-mngr...
Summary
The Executive Director and General Manager of Michigan Radio will be a visionary for the future of the station, working with a talented team of individuals in programming, operations, marketing, news, and fundraising. This role will primarily focus on moving the strategic direction of the station forward, leading a strong, collaborative team, and ensuring efficient and effective operations and sustained funding models. The Executive Director and General Manager will report to the Vice President for Communications of the University of Michigan.
Mission Statement
The University of Michigan Office of the Vice President for Communications wants to employ a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
Responsibilities*
• Lead and inspire a strong, talented team of 50+ creative individuals ranging from on-air staff, content creators, fundraisers, news, marketing, and digital, operations, managers, and technical staff.
• Align the vision and daily operations to the future needs of the community, members, and funders, with a focused intent on the value of public radio; develop and communicate goals; take healthy risks.
• Communicate regularly and in a transparent manner with all staff; provide for an environment that is collaborative, high functioning, and where the team feels valued and recognized.
• Create a culture that embraces varied perspectives and is committed to ensuring the station’s staffing composition reflects the diverse communities they serve.
• Create the infrastructure and investment components needed (funding, operations, strategy, resources) to create important content, be innovative, capture new audiences, and tell authentic stories about our community.
• Use project management skills to align workflow to deliverables while ensuring accountability; infuse this approach through the organization; prioritize goals and initiatives.
• Build relationships with prospective donors (individual, foundation, corporate, grants) to match programming needs.
• Collaborate with and maintain connections with National Public Radio for industry knowledge, resources, opportunities, and tools.
• Manage financial resources to effectively support the implementation of the strategic plan and set the station up for a strong future.
• Understand the landscape of the workforce and plan for professional development needs including succession planning.
• Work with leadership to develop and execute digital, social media, and other marketing methods to expand station reach and build diverse audiences.
• Build and support a continuous improvement culture across the organization including the use of data and reports to make business decisions.
• Use knowledge of the public radio and/or non-profit industries to help us effectively plan for the future and expand beyond the traditional ways of operating and raising money.
• Skillfully support the team through the ethical complexities that naturally arise in journalism.
• Lead the team through myriad work modalities effectively while supporting a strong work-life balance, positive work culture, and a multi-generational workforce.
• Represent the station in an engaging, compelling manner with stakeholders and funders.
• Review and Interpret Federal Communication Commission regulations, government legislation, and University policies to develop consistent operating policies and maintain the legal status of station functions.
• Strive for truth and accuracy in all aspects of work.
Required Qualifications*
• 10+ years of leadership and management experience with a focus on positive organizational development approaches and supporting staff.
• Deep understanding of the operations of a public organization including financial resource management, marketing, and fundraising.
• Previous experience leading the development of a strategic plan and bringing that plan through to implementation.
• Knowledge of and applied use of project management skills.
• Fundraising experience within a non-profit including a proven track record of securing major gifts.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion including how the work of public radio aligns with these ideals.
• Working knowledge of the principles of change management.
• Knowledge of the trends within the public radio industry.
• Interest, understanding of, and passion for the mission of public radio and the landscape within Michigan.
• High emotional intelligence with an understanding of how to effectively lead creative individuals.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Information
Salary Range: $175,000 - $200,000
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Opening ID
233359
Working Title
Michigan Radio Executive Director and General Manager
Job Title
Public Media Top Executive
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Vice Pres Communicat
Department
VP for Communications
Posting Begin/End Date
4/17/2023 - 6/01/2023
Salary
$175,000.00 - $200,000.00
Career Interest
Communications & Marketing Show more details...