Operations Manager - St. Louis, MO

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Salem Media Group is looking for a Full-Time Operations Manager for our two radio stations in St. Louis, Missouri.  This person will oversee all aspects of the on-air programming operations of the radio station and will report directly to the General Manager. Duties include but are not limited to the following.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and oversight in the execution of an excellent on-air sound and image for the station, with a goal of growing and expanding audience engagement and response.
• Ensure compliance with FCC rules and regulations and Salem Media Group policies.
• Be responsible for the recruitment, training, supervision, and scheduling of programming personnel.
• Coordinate and produce station events/remote broadcasts
• Work with station voiceover talent to create and produce station imaging and promos.
• Manage the daily functioning of automated program delivery resulting in a consistent, tight, on-air product.
• Be organized and able to create systems to accomplish an excellent on-air sound.
• Work with sales staff and oversee production staff to produce commercial spots.
• Work with brokered programming clients on production of their programs.
• Work with station promotion and sales personnel to maximize digital assets including websites, social media presence, and other emerging technologies.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Several years of experience in radio programming/production/operations management.
• Knowledge of digital automation systems (NexGen experience a plus).
• Proficient in digital audio editing and production using various software packages.
• Excellent communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Proficient in computer skills (Windows/PC, Microsoft Office, etc.)
• Ability to solve problems with creativity.
• Ability to understand and program to a conservative listening audience.
• A positive and energetic style, with high integrity, strong work ethic, and ownership of outcomes.
• Possess the ability to work in what will initially be a streamlined operation.

About Salem Media Group

Salem Media Group is America’s leading radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values.

Salem owns and operates 120 radio stations, with 67 stations in the nation’s top 25 top markets – and 30 in the top 10. Each of our radio properties has a full portfolio of broadcast and digital marketing opportunities.

In addition to its radio properties, Salem owns Salem Radio Network, which syndicates talk, news and music programming to approximately 2,000 affiliates; Salem Radio Representatives, a national radio advertising sales force; Salem Web Network, a leading Internet provider of Christian content and online streaming; and Salem Publishing, a leading publisher of Christian themed magazines.

Salem Media Group is an equal opportunity employer.