KPBS Public Matters Editor

OverviewThe salary range for this position is $7,500 - $8,333.34 per month ($90,000 - $100,000 per year) depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.This position is grant-funded for up to three years. Continued employment is dependent on funding.Cover letter is required.The job posting for this position is scheduled to close on 9/18/2024 at 4:00pm (PST).KPBS serves the greater San Diego community with informative, cultural, entertaining and educational television, radio, and digital programming. KPBS TV/FM is the public television and radio station for San Diego. Licensed to San Diego State University, KPBS supports and furthers the university’s educational and community service mission by informing, enlightening and empowering its audience.Perks you'll enjoy as a member of #teamKPBS:Working on a college campus & in public media: Access to campus facilities and staff perks, farmer's market Tuesdays, tons of eateries, community events, entertainment, etc.Hybrid schedule/remote work flexibility options (varies by job)24 vacation days, 1 personal day & 13 holidays off (4+ days off over winter break)Enjoy a 'beautiful day in the neighborhood' with local employee discountsOpportunity drawings to attend SDSU basketball games, local concerts and eventsDiscounts on local attractions (theme parks, entertainment, restaurants, memberships)Free wellness classes & programsMonthly pop-up eventsFull benefits packages that are unmatched (medical, dental, vision, life)Sick leave accruals and paid leave optionsOn-site childcare at a discounted rate (based on availability)Opportunities for continued learning and professional developmentFlexible spending account(s)Employee assistance programMatching and voluntary retirement savings planResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of the Managing Editor, the Public Matters Editor plans, manages and supervises the editorial and engagement vision of the Public Matters Democracy team. This initiative seeks to engage the San Diego and Imperial County communities around elections, civic engagement and thoughtful conversations among individuals with diverse perspectives.The Public Matters Editor is responsible for but not limited to:Leadership, Planning and Execution (45%)Helps develop key performance indicators to measure progress, and uses data to inform decisions.Directs digital and community engagement efforts surrounding democracy, civic engagement and other related issues.Ensures the Democracy Investigative Reporter and Democracy Social Media Host produce a steady stream of content with a digital-first orientation.Collaborates with the Director of Grants and Engagement to amplify the project.Manages the relationship with Public Matters Initiative partners via weekly editorial calls.Serves as a key point of contact for the project’s work both internally at KPBS and externally.Assigning and Editing News (45%)Collaborates with the News Director, Managing Editor, Digital Editor, Senior Producers and reporters to develop story ideas and engagement projects.Ensures writing is focused and that audio and video for broadcast stories moves the narrative forward.Contributes to daily news meetings and ensures KPBS covers top democracy and civic engagement stories.Other Duties and Responsibilities as Assigned (10%)Actively participates in required meetings.Attends company-wide meetings and events, including weekends and evenings as necessary.Represents KPBS at public meetings.Participates in fundraising and audience engagement events.QualificationsDemonstrated knowledge of journalistic and ethical standards and practices.Demonstrated ability to foster diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.Strong organizational, project and time management skills.Ability to lead, motivate and supervise a team.Ability to engage audiences on all platforms.Minimum Education/ExperienceBachelor's degree in relevant field or additional experience in a newsroom may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.Four years of full-time professional journalism experience in a newsroom environment; two years in a supervisory or management role.Preferred Qualifications and Special SkillsFive or more years of full-time professional journalism experience.Daily digital, broadcast news, or podcast experience.Project management skills.Fluency in Spanish.Additional Applicant Information:Candidates must reside in California, or be willing to relocate.Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets/Title IX Employer.

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