Broadcast Operations Manager

Broadcast Operations Manager

Salary

$83,237.00 - $114,456.00 Annually

Location

10005 E. Osborn Rd, Scottsdale, AZ

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

101305-260601

Department

Community Relations

Opening Date

06/02/2026

Closing Date

7/5/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

• Description
• Benefits

Definition

Definition: Under general supervision of the Community Relations Director, oversee and manage the broadcasting division including audio and video production, podcasting for demand digital mediums. Responsible for producing informative and entertaining content for broadcasting on SRPMIC communication networks.Plans, schedules, coordinates, produces, research, writes, directs, shoots, edits, and finalizes the programs from pre to postproduction and distribution. Supports the overall Community Relations department efforts that enhance communication for the SRPMIC. This job class is treated as FLSA Exempt.

Essential Functions: Essential functions may vary among positions and may include the following tasks and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be comprehensive list of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.

Examples of Tasks

Broadcast Operations: Assumes responsibility for all aspects of the broadcasting planning, development, scheduling, preparation and production.

• Plans, schedules, coordinates, produces, writes, directs, shoots, edits, and finalizes the broadcasting programs from pre to postproduction and distribution.
• Creates outlines ideas, concepts, and directions to develop project deliverables.
• Research, writes, develops captions, and monitors trends.
• Keeps Community Relations Director advised of program operations and activities through written and verbal reports.
• Maintains equipment inventory, ensures equipment and supplies are available and good working order.
• Builds and maintains positive and productive community relations and outreach efforts to establish partnership opportunities for the community, enterprises, businesses, events, and activities occurring within and outside the SRPMIC.
• Responsible for planning, producing and editing audio and video through a variety of formats.
• Coordinates and implements marketing and advertisement initiatives and campaigns with key division stakeholders. Identifies and develops new prospective markets and new opportunities for the organization.

Administration: Provides administrative management and support for the Department and for the broadcasting development and production including making recommendations for overall improvement and streamlining.

• Ensures the Department and media activities conform to laws as well as SRPMIC policies and procedures.
• Manages time, plans, delegates and quickly reorder priorities as new situations and demands warrant.
• Monitors news daily to keep abreast of all pertinent issues.
• Approves requisitions, is responsible for the Purchasing Card (P-Card) use and supporting documentation.
• Manage, coordinate and participate in media relations/ communications groups that further the Community's ability to promote its messages in the Community.
• Ensure all projects comply with the Government mission and values and public relations/communications objectives, policies and procedures.

Budget Planning: Provides reports on revenues and expenditures to ensure cost effective programs along with evaluation data.

• Responsible for preparing, implementing and managing the broadcasting budget and helps to determine expenditure priorities.
• Maintains financial records, including revenue and fees generated by equipment, materials and operational costs, budget projections and forecast analysis.

Supervision and Staff Workflow: Provides routine supervision of assigned broadcasting staff members including monitoring and coordinating activities of the division.

• Prioritizes and coordinates staff workflow and provides training and assistance as needed.
• Prepares Employee Performance Appraisal Reports (EPAR) for assigned staff that are reviewed and given final approval by the Director.
• Establishes and develops performance standards and standard operating procedures for broadcasting programs and staff.
• Responsible for assigned staff and recommend new hires, promotions, disciplinary measures, and terminations to the Community Relations Director.
• Prepare quarterly and annual reports for the division provided to the Community Relations Director.
• Oversee the marketing trends for the broadcasting division and provide reports.
• Mentors the staff so they attain the technical and customer service skills along with experience necessary to perform independently and attain further career progression goals.

Miscellaneous: Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the Community Relations Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in broadcasting, Multimedia, or closely related field required.

• Experience:

• 4 years of full-time work with professional experience in AV production and editing.

• 4 years proven success experience in a "live" AV environment or hosting live programing.

• 2 years demonstrated successful professional experience in broadcast programming.

• 2 years demonstrated successful professional experience in AV production including, sound, editing preferred.

• 2 years of supervisory experience; newsroom, communication, or closely related work required.

• 4 years demonstrated successful professional experience in AV maintenance, repair, implementation and troubleshooting AV hardware and software problems.

• Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered.

• Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

Special Requirements

• Will be required to work outside normal business hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License.

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified: Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods:

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date.

The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted.

Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Employee Benefits Overview

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, designed to enhance your quality of life both at work and at home. Below is a summary of the benefits available to SRPMIC employees. Plan details and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire and are subject to change.

Health Care Benefits

SRPMIC provides medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in standard plans. These benefits represent a significant part of your total compensation.

Medical: Choose from three plan options to fit your needs-the Low Deductible Plan, the Mid-Deductible Plan, and the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). As a self-funded plan, SRPMIC directly covers the cost of medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision services for all participants.

Dental: Enjoy nationwide access to the Humana Dental PPO/Traditional Preferred network, offering flexibility and choice in selecting dental care providers.

Vision: Coverage is provided through Davis Vision, including eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses. Members also benefit from discounted rates on additional eyewear and services.

Life Insurance: All eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a fully paid basic term life insurance policy with a matching accidental death benefit.

Retirement Plans

SRPMIC supports your long-term financial goals through multiple retirement plan options:

401(k) and Roth Plans: Eligible employees can participate in both pre-tax and post-tax retirement savings plans. SRPMIC contributes 5% of your compensation to the pre-tax 401(k) and matches up to 3% of your salary deferral contributions.

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS): Available to eligible certified police officers and firefighters.

Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS): Available to Salt River School educators.

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): A retiree HRA with Health Equity, which is a tax-advantaged employer-funded account that retired employees (Age 55+) can use for qualified medical expenses, including some premiums, and out-of-pocket expenses such as copays and deductibles.

Paid Leave & Holidays

Annual & Sick Leave: Employees accrue separate balances for sick and annual leave each pay period. Sick leave may be used for personal or family illness and medical appointments, while annual leave covers vacation or personal time.

Holidays: SRPMIC observes 15 paid holidays each year, including two discretionary holidays and one day of birthday leave.

Other SRPMIC Paid Benefits

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

SRPMIC offers a confidential Employee Assistance Program through SupportLinc, available at no cost to employees, their dependents, and household members.

Additional Voluntary Benefits

WellPath Wellness Program: A voluntary wellness initiative that encourages healthy living and rewards participation with incentives. Available to all employees and their dependents.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Administered by HealthEquity, FSAs allow you to pay for eligible health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Health Savings Account (HSA): Available to employees enrolled in the HDHP.

Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance: Employees may purchase additional life and accidental death coverage for themselves and their dependents.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): SRPMIC is a qualified employer under the PSLF program. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.

At SRPMIC, we value our employees and are proud to offer benefits that support your health, well-being, and future.

Employer Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

Address 10005 E Osborn Road

Scottsdale, Arizona, 85256

Phone 480-362-7925

480-362-7925

Website http://www.srpmic-nsn.gov/employment