Operations Manager

Duties

• Oversees all aspects of the on-air programming operations with the overall goal of building audience engagement and supporting station revenue goals.
• Works with engineering to deal with equipment issues and plan for the installation of a major commercial upgrade.
• Makes recommendations to management about purchasing new operating equipment and have input in the development and management of annual operating budgets.
• Oversees facilities management and ensures the safety and wellness of employees, including anticipating and dealing with any security issues.
• Works with on-air talent and the marketing and promotions departments to create and produce station imaging campaigns that further strengthen the station's brand.
• Ensures compliance with FCC rules and other regulations.

Qualifications

• Skilled in digital audio production and editing.
• Has a good knowledge of digital automation systems as well as the production and business software needed to run equipment.

Experience level

• Four-year college degrees and additional professional certifications, with at least five years of experience in radio programming, operations management and production.

Traditionally, the operations manager (OM) at a local radio station has the second-in-command spot. Some stations have this position, others do not. An operations manager (OM) reports to the station's general manager (also called a station manager) and makes sure the radio station runs like clockwork.