Description

Summary:

The Director of Content and Operations (DOCO) of Idaho Public Television assists in developing, implementing, and managing multiple levels of strategy for Idaho Public Television. The DOCO oversees content production in all departments and supports the management of key organizational and operational initiatives. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, and directing statewide programs and performing related work. This position directly supervises Production, Programming, and Communications departments.

Position Details:

Oversees IdahoPTV content strategy:

In conjunction with leadership in Production, Education, Development and Communications, the DOCO assists in defining and managing content strategy while upholding editorial and funding standards for the organization. This position is responsible for connecting and maintaining content strategies and deployment between departments. This includes development and oversite of all locally produced content (long and short form, broadcast, social media series and educational assets) and coordination of related promotional tasks. This will be done based on resources, individual campaign projects funding priorities and audience needs.  

Organizational Strategies and Areas of Impact:

Defines strategies to support areas of impact as defined by leadership. Assists IdahoPTV in achieving its goals based on mission and areas of impact (included below).  

Operations Management:

In conjunction with the General Manager and other senior staff, assists in overseeing and directing operations of departments. Assists with organizational operation and oversees content-related contracts and relationships. Works closely with the General Manager and Director of Finance in managing operations and budgets along with other reports and statewide plans. Assists in fostering good relationships with donors, viewers and policymakers.  
 

Key Responsibilities:

In conjunction with the General Manager, oversees, assists and connects all departments in carrying out the strategic plans and areas of impact.   

• Monitors Production budget including expenses and approving budget expenditures.  
• Prepares, oversees and/or assists in requests for funding from governmental, private, and corporate foundations and develops and oversees the implementation of projects throughout the station.  
• Prepares, oversees and/or assists in annual budget development; assists in estimating costs in securing and airing programs, and estimates costs of producing local or independent programs.  
• Assists in building and maintaining relationships with other public media organizations such as stations and PBS, as well as Idaho donors. 
• Contributes to the overall success of Idaho Public Television by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.  

Lead and Develop Content Strategy Initiatives to Drive and Sustain New and Current Business.  

• Drives content strategy across departments and platforms for uniform messaging and content creation; best use of resources and audience needs.  
• Approve needed materials and legal clearances for their use as necessary.  
• Produces and/or participates in content production as needed.  
• Works with independent producers to produce and deliver content that adheres to PBS funding and editorial guidelines and production quality including any organizational policies.  
• Maintains close connection to Idaho Legislative Services Office staff, meets with legislators as needed by the General Manager and serves as a liaison to state agencies. 
• Along with the General Manager and/or Director of Charitable Giving, meets with potential donors to secure funding. 
• Works with IdahoPTV’s Deputy Attorney General to develop and review contractual agreements as they relate to content (Education, Production, Communications).  

Supports Idaho Public Television’s mission by helping to develop and carry out the overall strategy of the organization which includes Production, Engineering, Education, Development, Finance Departments.

• Oversees the building of content strategies for IdahoPTV.  
• Assists other Directors in building relationships with other entities to perpetuate our work within the state.  
• Provides coordination of cross-departmental management and successful delivery and promotion of IdahoPTV initiatives with donor, underwriting and grant funded projects.  
• Works with Programming Manager to define successful strategy for broadcast schedule and digital content channels.
• Responsible for overseeing that locally produced IdahoPTV productions and locally sourced content adheres to programming policies and procedures.  
• Works with staff and contractors to analyze data and surveys from all sources to support content-related decisions.
• Works with Communication, Education and Production departments to build strategies with channels across platforms such as website, PBS on Demand, PBS LearningMedia, You Tube and other social media platforms.  

Member of Leadership Team, Developing Standards and Processes.

• Fosters a respectful, good working relationship with employees throughout the agency.  
• Open to all viewpoints and be willing to change a policy or program that is outdated or no longer beneficial to the agency.  
• Oversees and/or contributes to work on statewide plans such as the Continuation of Operations (COOP) and Emergency Operations Plan (EOP)  
• Works diligently to avoid problems before they arise.  
• Manages personnel within the Programming, Communications and Production departments.
• Participates in the planning and execution of fundraising activities.  
• Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. 
   

Overall Nature and Scope

• Management includes establishing, implementing, and monitoring program or area goals, objectives, policies and procedures; hiring, coaching, and evaluating staff; developing the budget and approving expenditures.  
• Incumbents develop priorities and work plans; and provide technical assistance for subordinate supervisors or staff.  
• Incumbents represent the agency at state and national conferences, interagency workgroups, special interest groups, and other government entity meetings.  
• Incumbents are responsible for presenting at conferences and training sessions and assist in responding to media contacts.  
• Identifies and communicates emerging issues related to statewide programs to operations, other departments, executive staff and legal counsel. 
• Communicates policies and practices and addresses complex and contentious issues with the general public, special interest groups, government agencies and private landowners.  
• Incumbents may provide testimony at legislative committees.  
• Develop memorandums-of-understanding and agreements with individuals, associations, and government agencies.  
• Provide guidance on best practices and interpretation of laws and policies to ensure consistency and compliance statewide.  

Benefits:

In addition to salary, the State of Idaho contributes an average of nearly 40% of an employee’s annual salary toward comprehensive benefits, creating a competitive total compensation package! This robust total compensation and benefits package includes, but is not limited to: 

• One of the top 5 retirement systems in the Nation (PERSI) that offers a defined lifetime benefit at retirement
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
• Paid parental leave
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
• Employee assistance program 

Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/ 

How to Apply: After careful review of this announcement and filling out the associated application, please attach and submit a resume and cover letter relevant to this position.

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Agency Contact: Thank you for your interest in employment with Idaho Public Television! If you have questions about this position, please contact Casie Silvia, Human Resource Business Partner II, at [email protected]

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Experience: 

• Managing professional staff
• Analyzing management and program problems, identifying alternatives and recommending and implementing solutions
• Preparing and making presentations to groups
• Budget development and monitoring
• Researching, writing and implementing policies and procedures
• Compiling and organizing technical or programmatic information to support decision-making by senior management, administrators, or governing boards

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Experience of five or more years in an executive leadership role and operational decision-making, or other relevant experience.
• Experience of five or more years with producing, marketing, or development activities in public broadcasting.  
• Operations experience including strategic usage of staff abilities and duties to incorporate synergistic momentum toward unit goals.
• Content creation experience (broadcast, long and short form video/audio, social media and educational).
• Organizational and/or content strategy experience.
• Experience with PBS editorial, funding and programming policies.
• Familiarity with FCC rules and regulations.
• Experience guiding, mentoring, and developing effective teams.  
• Experience with management of individuals, teams both singular and cross-departmental.
• Experience incorporating efficiencies within business units to meet unit goals.
• Experience in working with state and federal officeholders.
• Deep understanding of journalistic standards and practices.
• Deep understanding of public media.