Environment and Climate Reporter, Broadcast Media-Montana Public RadioNew

Description
Broadcast Media-Montana Public Radio (MTPR) invites applications for an Environment and Climate Reporter to produce news reports on environmental and climate issues, rural issues, Native American affairs, agriculture, and tourism.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct news research using internet, newspapers, public records, and other sources with a focus on environmental and climate news and policies

Develop and maintain news sources

Produce and deliver newscast reports and feature length stories using field recording kits, and studio audio equipment

Upload audio, video, and text content to website, podcasting platforms, and social media platforms as appropriate

Represent Montana Public Radio in Northwestern Montana and answer public inquiries about the station and news policy

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

Knowledge of journalism ethics and standards of fairness and balance

Excellent speaking and writing skills

Ability to research and comprehend complex issues, and translate them into clear, concise news reports

Ability to interview, record, write and digitally edit audio, video and still photography files

Professional demeanor and behavior and ability to interact with a wide variety of people

Ability to post audio, video and photography online across multiple platforms

Ability to convert radio broadcast content to online reports

Ability to perform under deadline pressures and highly emotional circumstances

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related fields

Two (2) years of experience in an environmental and climate reporting role, preferably in public radio or television

Additional Information
Position Number: 777740

Compensation Title: Media Programmer

Bargaining Unit: FOCUS-MFPE

Work Schedule: Part‑time Full‑time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), 12 months/year

Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum

Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Must be eligible to work in the United States upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment.

All new employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer
UM Affiliation is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non‑discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities.

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