East Lansing, Michigan, United States

Broadcasting Services 10047117

Full Time/Part Time: On-Call

Remote Work: Remote-Friendly

Support Staff

Opening on: Aug 25 2025

Closing at: Aug 26 2025 - 13:00 EDT

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Pay Commensurate with Experience

College Of Communication Arts Sciences

1075613

POSITION SUMMARY(BASIC JOB FUNCTION)

This a temporary or on-call position. Provides a wide variety of consulting services including conference, seminar or workshop design/presentation; operations review and analysis; project design, completion, coordination or management; or related consulting services. Consultants paid on grant funds must be paid on an hourly or daily basis, with a minimum wage of $12.00 per hour. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

UNIT POSITION SUMMARY

Position Summary: WKAR seeks a detail oriented special projects coordinator to oversee unique, non-routine projects that are important to the station’s community engagement activities. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for researching and drafting standard procedures for new station initiatives, and designing execution plans for each project. Strong project management skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various teams are all essential characteristics.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Project Management Expertise: Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align projects with business goals and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve issues that arise during project execution.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication with various stakeholders, including senior management and team members.
• Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changing project requirements and priorities.

• Project Research and Planning: Researching all aspects of project feasibility, developing and drafting project plans, setting timelines, and advising on project budgets.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborating with senior directors and cross-functional teams, communicating project progress, and managing expectations.
• Risk Management: Identifying potential risks associated with each project and advising on mitigation strategies.
• Performance Monitoring: Tracking project progress, identifying issues, and advising on corrective actions.
• Other Duties as Needed: Includes writing copy for on-air fundraising drives,