Part-time Reporter - Evening Desk

Part-Time Reporter - Evening Desk

KLCC News is looking for a talented journalist to join our award-winning team. The focus of this position will be to monitor and report on news developments in the evening. This reporter will work with the News Director and colleagues to prepare on-air reports, build digital stories and coordinate social media feeds as events warrant. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of traditional broadcast with proficiency in web, mobile and social media platforms. Some familiarity with graphic design, web layout and audio/video editing is desired. Knowledge of public broadcasting is a plus.
Position Type: Classified
Anticipated Start Date: Upon hire, as arranged
Salary/Wage: Hourly
Salary/Wage Range: $20.17 - $29.58 Hourly (Classified Salary Level 9)
Working Schedule: This is an hourly, as needed, position, working up to 20 hours per week as assigned by the department. An evening schedule, such as 6pm-10pm M-F, is anticipated and may be adjusted as news coverage needs evolve. KLCC serves communities throughout western and central Oregon and some travel outside Eugene-Springfield will be necessary. Schedules may vary with hours increasing during peak periods up to 40 hours per week, up to 1039 hours in a 12 month period.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Status: Temporary
Full/Part: Part-Time
Annual Schedule: 260 Day (12 Month)
Required Education: High school graduation or equivalent, supplemented by related course work or training.
Required Experience: One (1) year of experience in journalism, digital content management and/or broadcast.
Preferred Education: Bachelors degree preferred with coursework in journalism, digital content management, broadcasting, graphic design, audio and/or video editing.
Preferred Experience: News gathering, research, writing, interviewing and editing. On-air presentation and operation of audio/video equipment. Creation of news, programming or promotional content for broadcast and/or digital platforms. Expertise in digital content management, graphical data display and editing. Familiarity with public broadcasting standards and values. Representing an organization on panels and public events.
Position Purpose: The Reporter will create and edit content for KLCC on-air broadcasts and digital portals, developing community contacts and monitoring issues of community concern.
Essential Functions: Report, write and produce journalistic content for broadcast and digital. On-Air reporting and hosting. Edit graphics, audio and video for use on-air and online. Monitor a "beat" at the direction of the News Director and propose stories within the assigned subject area. Participate in public media fundraising drives. Participate in local news coverage decision making. Develop and maintain news contacts. Participate in the production of KLCC News special broadcasts and series as assigned. Participate in community forums representing KLCC. Interface with members of the public about news developments during an assigned shift. Problem solve and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards; maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of the organization. Other duties as assigned.
Equity and Inclusion: Demonstrate Lane Community College's core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing of cultural and personal differences. These are the basis of employee interpersonal communications and relationships and are applied to all position responsibilities. Duties are carried out respectfully, inclusively, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, nationality, age, language, origin or employment status. Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of the staff and the public. Actively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Lane Community College's Human Resources and Disability Resources departments; support appropriate access for persons with disabilities to facilitate staff success; mentor and role-model cultural competency for persons with disabilities.
Supervision Statement: This position works under the direction of the KLCC News Director.
Physical Demands/Working Environment: This position will work primarily in an office environment, with some field reporting and public events required. Some moderate lifting and transportation of equipment may be necessary. Work Safely.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Writing, reporting and editing content for digital and broadcast. Photography, graphic design and audio/video editing. Familiarity with content management systems and social media software. Knowledge of live streaming and podcasting. Familiarity with web graphics and data-driven storytelling techniques. Understanding of the mission and values of public media. Comfortable with public appearances and fundraising.
Applicant Instructions: Incomplete applications will not be considered. All fields in the application must be completed, including employment dates, work hours, and detailed job duties. The Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume may not take the place of any section in the application. Required Documents To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following must be included in the application package: Online Application Complete and submit online via the applicant portal. Resume Comprehensive of experience, education, and accomplishments. Cover Letter Clearly detailing how you meet the qualifications for the position. Work Samples Copies of 2-3 work samples that demonstrate digital and/or broadcast features you've produced, websites you have designed/actively managed or print stories you have reported. Examples of digital and broadcast work would be ideal. Please clearly describe your role in the creation of each of these assets. If applicable: DD214 Veterans, please fax, email, mail, or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources at Lane Community College, attn. Jill Deneault, deneaultj@lanecc.edu, Fax: 541-463-3970 Additional documents and letters of reference are not accepted.
Questions? For assistance with the online application call Human Resources at 541-463-5586 For position questions contact News Director Chris Lehman, clehman@klcc.org How to monitor your application Enter recruitment@lanecc.edu into your Safe Senders list. Notifications will be sent toward the end of the search process. Visit your Employment Opportunities account. The main page will show your status in the search. Positions close at 9:00 pm PST on closing date.