HELP WANTED

posted by James Reel

    I apologize for my lack of bloggage this week. I’ve been busy with various things, one or two of which actually relate to my work here at KUAT. One thing I’m doing today is recording this Saturday morning’s shift, so I won’t have to come in and do it live. And why would I be working on Saturday in the first place? Because we are seriously short of relief announcers.
    Have you ever daydreamed about being a classical disc jockey? Of course you have. Well, here’s your chance. Management has just put out a call for applications for part-time announcers, and the emphasis during the round is on people who have classical-music knowledge rather than people with lots of radio experience. You can be trained how to push a few buttons; music knowledge is harder to pick up on the fly. Here’s the low-down; help keep me out of the studio on the weekends!

Radio Announcer (Part-Time - multiple positions available)
Job Number:                                        36782   
Department:                                         3102-Radio Broadcast Services   
Posted Rate of Pay:                            $10.87 per hour   
Category  Classified:                          Part-Time (less than 20 hours)   
Job Open Date:                                    12-01-2006   
Job Close Date:                                   Open Until Filled
Review begins on:                               (Continues until position filled)  12-14-2006   
Benefits Eligible:                                  No   
Full Time/Part Time:                            Part Time   
Days and Schedule to be Worked:   Weekend evenings; other shifts as scheduled   
Number of Hours Worked per Week:    Up to 19 hours/week   

Documents, in addition to application, which are required for a complete application: 
    Resume (Include instructions for submission)
    Audition recording (CD or cassette) required for a complete application.

Send to:
KUAT Communications Group
P O Box 210067
MLB Rm 233
Tucson, AZ 85721-0067   

Position Summary:
KUAT Radio Broadcast Services seeks individuals who can Host/Anchor local network programming and/or introduce and announce classical musical recordings for the KUAT/KUAZ radio stations on assigned shift and on-call basis. On call availability involves weekend evenings, holidays and other shifts as scheduled. This is a permanent, part-time position with hours not to exceed 19 per week.   

Duties and Responsibilities:
Operates control room equipment and board during broadcasts.
Documents discrepancies and maintains Federal Communication Commission programs and engineering logs on assigned shifts.

Cues and starts music and programs, maintaining volume level.
Introduces and announces various music recordings.
Provides announcements to the audience on the programs and matters of interest.
Reviews program schedules and obtains recordings from library for on air.
Responds to calls from listening audience.
Participates in fundraising as required.   

Arizona Board of Regents Minimum Qualifications:
No prior experience required.   

Additional Minimum Qualifications:
Skill in speaking clearly with a well modulated voice.
Excellent working knowledge of classical music, including musical history, composition, composers, and performers; working knowledge of Jazz a plus.

Audition recording (CD or cassette) required for consideration.
 
Preferred Qualifications:
At least six months of radio announcing experience.
* Skill in the pronunciation of foreign and technical names, places, and titles.   

Standard Pre-Employment Screening:
The University of Arizona conducts pre-employment screening for all positions, which includes a criminal background check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and work history.   

What kind of criminal background check is required for this position?  This position is non-security sensitive and requires a name-based criminal background check   

Departmental Home Page: www.kuat.org       
To apply go to Quick Link:  www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=185861   
   
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds.

The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA - M/W/D/V Employer.

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