mission.

NOTE: Hiring is contingent upon the execution of the contract between the State of New Jersey and Montclair State University.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the development and commissioning of locally produced content, with particular focus on representing underserved New Jersey communities and partnering with the state’s business, art, educational and creator communities.
• Ensure programming reflects New Jersey's geographic, cultural, and linguistic diversity, including content for non-English-speaking audiences.
• Develop and implement a programming strategy balancing national PBS content with locally produced and acquired programming.
• Plan and manage the station's broadcast and streaming schedules, including prime time, daytime, and overnight blocks.
• Serve as the primary station liaison to PBS National for programming acquisitions, underwriting content, and compliance with PBS editorial standards.
• Serve as the primary station liaison to other national programming services, including PBS (Public Broadcasting Service), American Public Television (APT), and the National Education Telecommunications Association (NETA).
• Use ratings data, audience research, and community feedback to evaluate programming performance and guide scheduling decisions.
• Coordinate all programming for multiple platforms, including on-demand libraries, streaming channels, and YouTube presences.
• Manage the programming department budget, including content acquisition, licensing fees, and production underwriting.
• Supervise programming staff.
• Ensure all programming meets FCC content requirements, including E/I mandates and closed-captioning standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, communications, or a related field.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in the communications, media, or related industry.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and creating video-based content.

PREFERRED

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience at a PBS affiliate or public television station.
• Knowledge of PBS national programming catalog and clearance processes
• Familiarity with FCC programming requirements.
• Experience with broadcast programming management, scheduling, or traffic operations.
• Experience with Nielsen ratings and broadcast audience data analysis.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Salary Range

$145,000.00-$160,000.00 Annually

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/

mission.

NOTE: Hiring is contingent upon the execution of the contract between the State of New Jersey and Montclair State University.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the development and commissioning of locally produced content, with particular focus on representing underserved New Jersey communities and partnering with the state’s business, art, educational and creator communities.
• Ensure programming reflects New Jersey's geographic, cultural, and linguistic diversity, including content for non-English-speaking audiences.
• Develop and implement a programming strategy balancing national PBS content with locally produced and acquired programming.
• Plan and manage the station's broadcast and streaming schedules, including prime time, daytime, and overnight blocks.
• Serve as the primary station liaison to PBS National for programming acquisitions, underwriting content, and compliance with PBS editorial standards.
• Serve as the primary station liaison to other national programming services, including PBS (Public Broadcasting Service), American Public Television (APT), and the National Education Telecommunications Association (NETA).
• Use ratings data, audience research, and community feedback to evaluate programming performance and guide scheduling decisions.
• Coordinate all programming for multiple platforms, including on-demand libraries, streaming channels, and YouTube presences.
• Manage the programming department budget, including content acquisition, licensing fees, and production underwriting.
• Supervise programming staff.
• Ensure all programming meets FCC content requirements, including E/I mandates and closed-captioning standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, communications, or a related field.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in the communications, media, or related industry.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and creating video-based content.

PREFERRED

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience at a PBS affiliate or public television station.
• Knowledge of PBS national programming catalog and clearance processes
• Familiarity with FCC programming requirements.
• Experience with broadcast programming management, scheduling, or traffic operations.
• Experience with Nielsen ratings and broadcast audience data analysis.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Salary Range

$145,000.00-$160,000.00 Annually

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/