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Department WUNC-FM-259000 Career Area Public Relations/Communications/Marketing Posting Open Date 01/02/2024 Application Deadline 01/28/2024 Open Until Filled No Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) Working Title Race, Class, and Communities Reporter Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty Position Number 20060160 Vacancy ID NF0007677 Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent FTE 1 Hours per week 40 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $59,000 - $79,000 Proposed Start Date 02/26/2024 Position Information
Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit WUNC Radio provides quality news, information and entertainment programming to a broad listening audience that includes North Carolina, the United States and the world. WUNC serves North Carolinians from Greensboro to the Outer Banks through a network of seven stations, with a weekly cume of 400,000 listeners.
Position Summary This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
This position is responsible for general assignment reporting including quick turnaround spot news, interviews, reporter debriefings, anchor wraps, online reports and well-researched feature reports. This position has an emphasis on covering race, class, and Communities. It is based in Durham, NC.
As news events do not conform to a regular 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule, there are times when the Race, Class, & Communities Reporter is called on for work during weekends and after hours.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements This position is responsible for general assignment reporting including quick turnaround spot news, interviews, reporter debriefings, anchor wraps, online reports and well-researched feature reports. This position has an emphasis on covering race, class, and Communities. It is based in Durham, NC.
As news events do not conform to a regular 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule, there are times when the Race, Class, & Communities Reporter is called on for work during weekends and after hours.
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity or comparable background in independent academic or instructional activities, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. This experience may be related to the direction/oversight of programs that focus the academic and research resources of a higher education institution towards community or regional issues.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience The Race, Class, & Communities Reporter will be an experienced journalist with strong communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience * A bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field, with a master's degree preferred
* Experience as a journalist and/or radio producer, preferably in a public radio newsroom
* Exceptional written and oral communication skills
* Creativity and initiative
* Demonstrated ability to plan and meet deadlines, working with materials from a variety of sources and collaborators
* Demonstrated ability to work with colleagues effectively and collaboratively
* A familiarity with North Carolina
* Experience with public radio or related not-for-profit fundraising
Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities * Experience as a journalist and/or radio producer, preferably in a public radio newsroom
* Exceptional written and oral communication skills
* Creativity and initiative
* Demonstrated ability to plan and meet deadlines, working with materials from a variety of sources and collaborators
* Demonstrated ability to work with colleagues effectively and collaboratively
* A familiarity with North Carolina
* Experience with public radio or related not-for-profit fundraising
Not Applicable.
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Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
