Traffic Coordinator/KSLT

Title: Traffic Coordinator/KSLT
VP Area: VP - Media
Department: KSLT - Rapid City
Position Compensation: $19.00 - $21.81 / hour
Location: Rapid City, South Dakota - KSLT

Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Please Note: To avoid actual or perceived conflicts of interest, applications by candidates who have a relative employed within the same area of the organization may be subject to an eligibility review as part of the application process.

Position Summary:
The Traffic Coordinator is a part-time position that manages commercial scheduling, billing support, and traffic operations to ensure advertising campaigns are executed accurately and on time. This role works closely with Sales, Programming, and Accounting to maintain accurate records, fulfill client commitments, and support revenue-generating initiatives that advance the station's mission, financial health, and service to advertisers.

This is an in-person, part-time position scheduled for approximately 20 hours per week during regular business hours. A consistent work schedule will be established with the supervisor. Some flexibility in the specific days and hours worked may be available based on departmental needs.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage Commercial Scheduling and Traffic Operations: Oversee the scheduling, placement, and reconciliation of commercial advertising to ensure accurate and timely broadcast delivery.
• Maintain Traffic System Accuracy: Ensure the accuracy of sales orders, advertiser information, commercial instructions, and traffic records.
• Coordinate Advertising Execution: Work closely with Sales and Programming teams to support the successful implementation of advertising campaigns.
• Manage Billing and Accounts Receivable Support: Process advertiser billing and reconcile payments in coordination with accounting functions.
• Ensure Compliance with Advertising Agreements: Monitor commercial schedules and materials to ensure campaigns run according to client agreements and station requirements.
• Support Station Promotions and Special Events: Provide operational support for station promotions, special events, and other revenue-generating initiatives.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students, all employees act as a minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students in growing intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to mature in their faith.

Qualifications:
Required:
• High School diploma or GED
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Nice to Have:
• Administrative, customer service, office support, or related experience
• Experience with radio traffic software and broadcast operations

Key Skills:
• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision. Ability to interact with a variety of individuals in a kind and professional manner
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail and to maintain composure and effectiveness in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software. Ability to learn and operate specialized software systems.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility: Ability to maintain a flexible schedule, working occasional evenings and weekends for events as needed
• Travel: Willingness and ability to travel occasionally for work-related purposes.
• Background Check: Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.

Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. 

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