Volunteer Announcer Training Program

About the role

WCPE, The Classical Station has job openings and is seeking candidates to join its team. A universal requirement of all staff members is maintaining the operation of a 24/7 around-the-clock non-profit broadcasting facility consistent with each individual’s knowledge and skills of the wide range of tasks required in a small business, where all assist with varying tasks and responsibilities as business needs require.

The Station is a single unit independent operation and unable to assist with relocation expenses. There is a Probational Period of Ninety Days (90) for all hires and all promotions. Positions are only posted for a two-week period, but may be extended at the discretion of the Station.

Requirements

Strict adherence to safety protocols and Federal, State, county, Local, and Station rules and regulations is required. Because our Station is on the air 24/7, work at any time and/or day may be required. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and work well in a team environment.

The ability to work independently in the absence of supervision, to understand and follow oral and written instructions, and to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, is required. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including listeners and donors, is required; included are skills such as language, spelling, and grammar.

Preferred qualities

Additional positive personal attributes include devotion to the Mission of the Station, a love of classical music, working knowledge of languages common to classical music (for announcer positions), experience with non-profit organizations, and any other skills, avocations, and experience which one wishes to share with the Station and its supporters.

Work environment

Workplace is the Station. Position may be either part-time or full-time. All positions require physical presence at the Station unless otherwise noted.