WESM Production and Operations Specialist

Job Summary Position: Production and Operations Specialist at 91.3 WESM on the campus of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Full‑time, exempt, with a salary range of $45,000–$55,000. The role may involve working weekends, early mornings and/or evenings in the event of broadcast or system issues. Benefits are provided through the University System of Maryland and include health insurance, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage, retirement plans, life insurance, tuition remission, paid holidays and wellness programs. Key Responsibilities Work with or under direction of the Chief Content Officer to produce station IDs, underwriting, membership, and other spots for broadcast. Assist with production of new programming for the three FM stations. Understand all broadcasting and production infrastructure and systems to troubleshoot issues as they arise. Operate and troubleshoot ENCO automation systems for the three stations. Help maintain weekly broadcast schedules and manage various content platforms. Coordinate with NPR’s Content Depot and satellite services to schedule, deliver and broadcast programming and/or underwriting. Serve as liaison to station engineers concerning troubleshooting and daily operations. Maintain and oversee the digital streaming presence and online repository of locally produced programming. Assist the Traffic Department in integrating and implementing daily program logs for both automated and live programming. Ensure FCC compliance by maintaining required quarterly public files for Delmarva Public Media. Back‑up on‑air traffic processes including Air Table, FCC‑approved scripts, and related duties. Collaborate with student journalists, freelance reporters, and independent producers to create weekly broadcast content. Perform other related duties as assigned. Physical Demands Extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, and sitting at a desk. Lifting as required. Communication with a variety of external and internal constituents. Operation of office equipment. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. One to three years of experience. Additional experience may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis for up to four years of required education. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of ENCO Automations. Skill in audio production, spot and program production. Proficiency in Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, or similar digital audio workstation (DAW) platforms. Skill in scriptwriting. Strong interpersonal relationship skills. Excellent communication skills. Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple tasks. Team collaboration skills. EEO Statement UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr UM04 University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES)