KUNM Senior Host Reporter

Host Reporter,Sr

Requisition ID

req32494

Working Title

KUNM Senior Host Reporter

Position Grade

Position Summary

Hosts National Public Radio (NPR) news programs and local broadcasts, delivering continuity elements, underwriting, promotions, and weather updates. Operates and engineers audio equipment for broadcasts. Produces and delivers newscasts and feature stories for broadcast and online publication by collecting and analyzing information, conducting interviews, and attending events. Combines advanced hosting and reporting responsibilities with leadership roles, including training, mentoring, and serving as an editorial resource for news staff.

The hosts anchor the KUNM broadcast of NPR news magazine shows (Morning Edition, 5a - 8a, and / or All Things Considered, 5p - 7p) Monday through Friday.

This includes producing four newscasts in each show using KUNM-produced content, Associated Press wire content, and stories from other news sites that require rewriting for broadcast. Hosts also produce program breaks, engineer live broadcasts of satellite feeds and queue up public affairs content.

The job requires anchoring live breaking news events as needed, creating and updating online versions of newscast content, and engaging with the audience using online content and social media. Hosts also anchor live fundraisers with other station staff.

Morning Edition shift is 4 : 30a - 8 : 30a, ATC is 3p-7p

Reporters will initiate independent research, investigation, and story development in consultation with the News Director.

They will write and prepare stories for broadcast and publication online. They will work as a member of the team to establish the nature and focus of stories and also create social media content from their stories.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications :

Hosting :

Reporting :

Additional Requirements

Please be sure to read the Job description for complete details on weekday work hours.

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

KUNM (402A)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular - Full-Time

Term End Date

Status

Exempt

Monthly : $3,697.20 - $5,191.33

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

For Best Consideration Date

2 / 21 / 2025

Eligible for Remote Work

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

KUNM Reporters are expected to do some work in the field as part of their broadcast reporting duties.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please provide links to three work samples, three professional references, preferably supervisory, contact info, and a one-page cover letter about your understanding of KUNM's mission.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and / or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https : / / policy.unm.edu / university-policies / 3000 / 3280.html. Refer to https : / / policy.unm.edu / university-policies / 3000 / 3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

Salary : $3,697 - $5,191