Job Details
Posting Number: G/R34989P
Working Title: Part-Time Substitute Announcer/Producer
Department: MarComm-WUGA
About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
Employment Type: Employee
Additional Schedule Information: Up to 19 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date: 12/01/2026
Posting Date: 10/27/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
Position Summary
This is a part-time substitute Announcer/Producer position for WUGA, the public radio station serving Athens and Northeast Georgia.
1. The announcer/producer serves as a radio board operator and on-air general “host” for WUGA’s radio broadcast — announcing local weather and station identifications.
2. The substitute announcer serves as a replacement when illness or other activities prevent other announcers from working their regular shifts.
3. Previous radio experience preferred. The ideal candidate will be available for short-notice shift assignments (24 hours or less) and have means of reaching campus in inclement weather.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Operate radio station according to (FCC) legal standards. Percentage of time: 25
- Perform as a friendly, welcoming and professional voice for WUGA. Percentage of time: 25
- Ensure that radio broadcast follows stated programming schedule (air the correct programs at the correct times). Percentage of time: 25
- Operate and/or monitor various equipment and report failures to appropriate staff. Percentage of time: 10
- Answer the telephone and be prepared to accept visitors to the station. Also serve as a representative of the station and/or the university in an appropriate manner. Percentage of time: 10
- Other duties as assigned. Percentage of time: 5
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Preference given to candidates with pre-existing knowledge and skills in operating computers and other electronic equipment, or strong aptitude in learning and operating highly technical equipment.
Classification Title: Temporary Office/Clerical
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: .49
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Jennifer Kesler
Recruitment Contact Email: [contact details available in the full listing]
