Broadcast Field Correspondent Senior; Specially Funded

Broadcast Field Correspondent Senior (Specially Funded)

Job : 322276

Location:

Rio Salado Community College

Full/Part Time:
Regular

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Work Calendar: 12 Months

Hiring Salary Range: $52,525.00 – $68,282.00 / annually, DOE

Grade: 114

Funding Information: This is a grant funded assignment with a projected end date of 06‑30‑2026 with renewal based on available funds and the needs of MCCCD.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees’ and families’ health and well‑being.

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off:
  Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company‑paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short‑Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long‑Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer‑matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District‑Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight‑On‑Site Eye Care Services
• Mobile On‑Site Mammography Screenings
• Pre‑Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full‑time for an eligible employer)

Researches, writes, edits and produces long‑ and short‑form reporting on local, state and national environmental issues for broadcast and digital platforms. Consistently produces compelling, impactful content in a timely manner. Serves as an in‑depth, beat‑focused reporter and subject‑matter expert who can analyze news developments, data and trends and speak and write about them with authority.

• 40% – Researches, gathers, writes, edits and delivers long‑form reporting
• 20% – Investigates breaking news developments
• 20% – Develops contact lists and sources and analyzes background information related to story development
• 10% – Publishes stories across multiple media platforms using audio equipment and multimedia gear
• 10% – Assists in fundraising efforts and events; performs other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in journalism, radio/television, broadcasting or a directly related field and two (2) years of professional journalism/broadcasting experience such as researching, editing, interviewing and reporting news stories.

• OR an equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full‑time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.

Special Requirements: Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver’s License and/or FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License may be required for some assignments.

• Two (2) or more years in specialty beat reporting, preferably on water and climate issues
• Breaking news experience
• Investigative reporting experience
• Two (2) or more years writing long‑form content for multiple platforms
• One (1) or more years of experience providing expert commentary on beat topics and/or hosting or moderating topical discussions in a public forum
• Deep portfolio (10+) of long‑form feature reporting with a demonstrated ability to consistently produce such content in a timely manner
• Excellent editing skills as demonstrated through a portfolio containing recent examples of news reporting in any media format submitted by the close of business of the Final date to receive applications attached with your application
• One…