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Utah Public Radio (UPR) Station Manager and Assistant Professor of Professional Practice in the Department of Communication & Media

Utah State University
Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits
United States, Utah, Logan
Jan 29, 2026
Utah Public Radio (UPR) Station Manager and Assistant Professor of Professional Practice in the Department of Communication & Media Requisition ID: 2026-9863 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Faculty Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Faculty College: College of Arts & Sciences Department: Communication & Media Advertised Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits Overview The Department of Communication and Media at Utah State University (Logan campus) seeks applications for a Utah Public Radio (UPR) Station Manager and Assistant Professor of Professional Practice. This faculty member will oversee the administrative and business functions of UPR and regularly teach courses related to their expertise. As the station manager, this faculty member will maximize revenue, increase market share, enhance ratings, control expenses, and provide essential financial analysis and forecasts at UPR. The manager will also support and coach the UPR team to ensure professionalism and competence. Utah Public Radio broadcasts news, information, public affairs, and cultural programming 24 hours a day across Utah and in Southern Idaho. UPR is situated within the Department of Communication & Media at Utah State University, which offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Journalism, Communication Studies, and Technical Communication and Rhetoric. Utah State University is home to award winning researchers and instructors. As a land-grant institution, USU provides readily available, research-based programs and educational resources in efforts to improve the lives of residents across the state. Situated in a mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City, USU is surrounded by numerous trail systems, the Logan River, Beaver Mountain Ski Resort, Bear Lake, and a growing restaurant and music scene downtown. Review of applications will begin February 16th, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Please direct all questions related to this job posting to the search committee chair, Dr. Sydney O'Shay, at Sydney.oshay@usu.edu. Responsibilities The responsibilities for this role include 70% Station Manager administrative duties (area of excellence), 20% teaching (area of effectiveness), and 10% service. Specific responsibilities include: Direct all aspects of public radio operations: programming, production, development, promotion, and engineering across broadcast and digital platforms. Develop marketing strategies that achieve audience targets for broadcast and digital properties (web, mobile, digital-only streams, podcasts, etc.). Coordinate with USU administration and relevant departments on financial reviews, performance metrics, fundraising, membership engagement, campaign planning, and grant applications. Lead partnerships and donor engagement efforts that maximize station revenue while ensuring high-quality content and operational efficiency. Ensure compliance with FCC and other regulatory and branding standards. Oversee UPR staff operations, including hiring, scheduling, and delegating responsibilities. Lead the UPR team in the development of web and mobile content strategies, and promotional and fundraising efforts to grow audience engagement and expand digital presence. Teach three courses annually (one course each in fall, spring, summer) across the department's curriculum, and mentor students in reporting and digital content creation, and develop new courses in line with the candidate's expertise. Stay informed on industry trends and best practices. Provide service to the department, university, and profession. Represent UPR at local and national events and conferences and act as primary contact for national networks (NPR, APM, PRX). Qualifications Minimum Qualifications 3+ years of successful radio experience. Demonstrated proficiency with hosting radio programs, emerging technologies, production equipment and processes, editing software, and multi-platform content strategies (broadcast and digital). Preferred Qualifications A Master's degree in Journalism, Communication, or a related field. Leadership experience. Experience supervising teams and collaborating with senior management, colleagues across departments, partnership organizations, donors, and the broader public. Interest in mentoring students and teaching news writing and production, media writing, public relations, feature writing classes, or similar courses for radio and digital content. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong financial management skills and business acumen. Proven track record of generating revenue growth and engagement with diverse donors. Ability to stay current with industry trends and implement innovative, strategic solutions to local and system-wide challenges. Ability to design and implement multi-platform programming strategies across broadcast and digital channels. Ability to work flexible hours to fulfill teaching, programming, fundraising, community outreach, and other role responsibilities. Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10" Names and contact information of at least three references (requested in the online application). References will be contacted for letters of recommendation for select candidates following review of initial applications. A portfolio of the candidate's work, that could include: Evidence demonstrating successful donor relations and fundraising efforts Evidence of success with increasing listenership and market share Links to previous stations' EEO and Audit reports No more than three smaples of classroom materials or student work supervised by the candidate. For the portfolio, links to online content are acceptable. If files are large, please provide access via a shared drive or portfolio link. Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits ADA Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. College/Department Highlights Utah State University's Utah Public Radio (UPR) is a six-station, 30-translator public radio network based at Utah State University in Logan, Utah relaying signals across the state of Utah and within south-eastern Idaho. UPR provides 24/7/365 programming on three different signal streams over-the-air and on the World Wide Web. UPR is a member station of National Public Radio and is affiliated with American Public Media, the British Broadcasting Corporation, Public Radio International. UPR's main channel is a mix of public affairs, news, world & classical music. UPR's secondary stream features full-time classical music from the Beethoven Satellite Network. UPR Tres is a full-time Hispanic news and cultural programming service. University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state. Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women's volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women's soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu . updated 12/2025 https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/9863/utah-public-radio-%28upr%29-station-manager-and-assistant-professor-of-professional-practice-in-the-department-of-communication-%26-media/job?in_iframe=1* Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. 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