Boys Town is hiring: Radio Station Manager/Program Manager in Omaha

Boys Town is seeking an experienced and dynamic Radio Station Manager/Program Manager to lead the operations and programming of our new radio station. This role will be responsible for assisting in the final preparations for helping the station “go live” and will include the oversight of all aspects of station management, including content development, scheduling, compliance, and audience engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in broadcasting, leadership, and creative programming. This person must also be able to help implement the Boys Town mission and strategic plan into the operation of the station. You will partner with, and be supported by, various Boys Town teams in the areas of programming and production, including content development, podcasts and other needed assets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for broadcast and digital audio: programming schedules, automation, traffic, and audio quality across FM/AM, livestream, and podcasts.
• Ensure compliance with FCC (broadcast) and other applicable regulations, including EAS requirements (broadcast), DMCA/copyright/licensing for digital audio, podcast music licensing, privacy/consent for minors, and nonprofit reporting standards.
• Partner with engineering/technical staff to maintain studios, transmission, production equipment, and digital infrastructure (encoders, audio interfaces, streaming/CDN or hosting platforms, backup/archiving).
• Develop a cohesive content strategy across linear broadcast, livestreams, and podcasts that reflects the community’s diversity, culture, and interests.
• Maintain an editorial calendar for shows, livestream events, and podcast episodes; ensure consistent voice, tone, and quality.
• Use analytics (e.g., listener hours, concurrent streamers, downloads, completion rate, feedback) to inform programming decisions and improve reach and relevance.
• Lead revenue development: on‑air drives, digital campaigns, grants, donor relations, underwriting, podcast sponsorships, and community partnerships.
• Coordinate outreach, educational programs, and live or virtual events to expand impact and drive listenership/subscriptions.
• Manage digital presence across website and social channels; repurpose on‑air content into clips and on‑demand formats; coordinate newsletters and cross‑promotion.
• Maintain archives and rights management (releases/consents, music and clip licensing, safe storage, retention policies).
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise staff, interns, and volunteers across on‑air, production, and digital roles; provide coaching and feedback.
• Foster a collaborative, mission‑driven environment; support on‑air hosts, producers, and podcast creators.
• Provide mentorship and skill‑building opportunities for Boys Town youth in media literacy, audio storytelling, interviewing, editing, podcast production, and on‑air performance.
• Develop and manage the annual budget with strong fiscal stewardship across broadcast and digital initiatives.
• Grow the station’s presence across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff and volunteers.
• Working knowledge of FCC broadcast requirements and digital audio compliance (copyright/licensing, privacy/consent, accessibility).
• Proficiency with audio production tools and workflows (e.g., DAWs, editing, remote recording), broadcast automation/traffic, and common streaming/podcast platforms.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Media, Nonprofit Management, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in nonprofit management, community media, or radio broadcasting required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success launching and sustaining podcasts or livestream initiatives; experience with sponsorships/underwriting and grant writing preferred.
• Familiarity with content standards and grant/reporting compliance preferred.
• Experience with broadcast automation/traffic systems and modern audio production workflows preferred.
• Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

Physical Requirements, Equipment Usage, Work Environment

• Position requires moderate physical activity handling average weight objects 20 pounds and up to 50 pounds on occasion in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set‑up.

Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.