The Family Radio Network is growing in Wisconsin and is now on the air in Milwaukee.  We currently have an opening for an Assistant Program Director.  This full-time position will assist our PD with setting up programming initiatives, music and be on-air.  We’re looking for someone with a strong relationship with Christ and offer competitive pay, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401k with company match, relocation assistance and more.  Come be part of a passionate team focused on bringing people to Jesus.  Wisconsin is beautiful, affordable and would make a great new home.  Send your resume, cover letter, audio demo and brief testimony to hr@thefamily.net.  Be sure to place “APD” in the e-mail subject field.  Check out the job description on our website at https://www.thefamily.net/jobs.

Faith-Based Expectations:

• Uphold and abide by The Family Radio Network, Inc.’s Vision, Mission, Core Values, and Doctrinal Statements & Beliefs.
• Have an active and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Will demonstrate a Christ-like attitude by praying, sharing, and pointing people to Jesus Christ.
• Is expected to be actively involved in a local church.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist the Program Director to implement the strategic and effective use of radio elements including, but not limited to, clocks, sweepers, jingles, stopsets, contesting, imaging, slogans, positioning statements, feature elements, show prep bits and more.

Assist with the selection of music for airplay and the effective rotation and scheduling of songs for airplay.  This includes, but is not limited to, becoming proficient with the station music scheduling software (Music Master), maintaining effective relationships with record labels and the maintenance of industry chart reports and BMI / ASCAP / SESAC reports, both on-air and online, as needed.

• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the station(s) automation system and internet audio delivery systems and scheduling systems in order to facilitate their trouble-free operation.  Also, provide trouble-shooting diagnostics and be able to execute solutions to common problems of these systems.  In the event of technical problems or questions, this position is a contact for station audio emergencies as situations arise.

Provide programming guidance for all on-air personalities to keep them informed and unified on programming initiatives.

Assist programming department with on-air personality scheduling in the event of vacation, holidays and sickness.

Potential daily solo, team or fill-in air shift that provides mass appeal content that fits within station programming and ministry guidelines.

Collaborate with department leaders on development of effective on-air contesting, promotions and community outreaches.

Collaborate with department leaders on production needs.

Collaborate and assist with department leaders on digital initiatives including, but not limited to social media, video, podcasts and more.

Appearances at station events and concerts including friendly interaction with listeners and potential emcee duties. Events are typically scheduled during evenings and weekends.

Help facilitate station research tools and projects including, but not limited to online music testing, RRC data and other research initiatives.

• Collaborate with departmental leaders to facilitate programming department initiatives.
• Participates and assists with on-air fundraisers.
• Provide on-site assistance for station concerts and other special events as needed.
• Attend scheduled meetings.

Other duties as assigned.

 Requirements:

• Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, is spiritually grounded, and knowledgeable of the Bible. 

• Passionate about the vision and mission of The Family.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well within a team and be a good cultural fit with the station.
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of listener, client, staff, and ministry information.

• Problem solving mentality that offers solutions that fit within ministry guidelines.
• Creative thinker with ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.

• Emotionally intelligent and can interact with others well to maintain and grow co-worker, and client relationships.
• Exhibits a good attitude with a committed team player mindset who listens well and is not afraid to ask for help when needed.

• A self-motivated person with the ability to work with little supervision.

• Working computer knowledge using Microsoft Office suite.
• This position is expected to be an in-office position in order to cultivate good communication, team dynamics and culture.
• Works well with others, trustworthy, honest, dependable and is passionate about the outreach of The Family.

The Family Radio Network, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.