Broadcast Operator Job at The University of New Mexico in Albuquerque

Position Summary

Current Position is for the morning shift starting at 05:00AM. This position is responsible for providing the on-air operations for NMPBS, which involves monitoring broadcast program logs and various audio and video equipment to ensure that programs are being properly broadcast. Monitors all VIDEO streams for quality of audio, video, closed captions, and correct aspect RATIO. This position oversees the manipulation of multiple automation play lists and ensures NMPBS is operating within FCC rules and regulations for local Broadcast requirements. Rigorously consistent and reliable attendance is a requirement of this position. This position is shift work. Ability to be flexible to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays is necessary. This position works independently in the performance of most tasks, receiving only general supervision.

Essential Functions:

• Configures and manipulates air client play list, including secondary event insertion of Logos.
• Monitors and logs the status of all content streams and takes responsibility for quality control.
• Set up and monitor distribution of television program material, live linear distribution into Cloud based platforms.
• Utilize 3rd party software to set up and monitor distribution of file based content in to Cloud platforms.
• Operates, monitors, and logs mountain top transmitters to ensure broadcasting capabilities as required by the FCC.
• Sets up tape machines for on-air playback.
• Operates and logs Emergency Alert System (EAS) equipment.
• Operates master control equipment, including video router interface, broadcast automation.
• Transcodes files to the server for playback.
• Communicates and coordinates with other departments as needed.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in film, TV and/or video distribution platforms.
• Experience with file-based workflow processes.
• Familiarity with broadcast automation environments and/or livestreaming environments.
• Experience in operations and/or traffic at a broadcast radio or tv facility.
• Experience with manipulation of file-based video content, including transcoding software.
• Experience in computer programming, networking and/or web design.

Additional Requirements

• Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

• KNME Operations (247A)

Employment Type

• Staff
• Regular - Full-Time

Status

• Non-Exempt

Pay

• Hourly $18.81 - $24.52

Benefits

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

10/24/2025

Remote Work

This position is eligible for a remote work agreement (RWA), to include Hybrid, In-State, and Out-of-State. For more information about Remote Work Agreements, please refer to UAP 3245, Remote Work, Section 5, Establishing a Remote Work Agreement and Section 6, Out-of-State Employee Responsibilities. All Regular employees hired for an Out-of-State RWA must agree to an employee status of Term Appointment and subject to regular renewals no longer than yearly, in accordance with UAP 3200, Employee Classification. Renewal of Term Appointments is not guaranteed; the remote work arrangement, operational, and business needs will be considered in determining whether to renew the Term Appointment.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.