Broadside Editor-in-Chief

Company: CENTRAL OREGON COMMUNITY CLG
Location: Bend
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Broadside Editor-in-Chief (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited) Below you will find details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for this opening. To apply for this position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button.If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Please see Special Instructions for more details. THIS RECRUITMENT IS HIRING FOR AN ON-CALL TEMPORARY HOURLY NON-BENEFITED POSITION, TO ASSIST WITH SCHEDULING VACANCIES AND REPLACEMENT NEEDS.NOTE: You may be required to upload required documents indicated in this posting at the time you apply. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to upload all required documents, including transcript(s). If you have questions please contact Human Resources at 541-383-7216. Posting Number: 06001723 Position Title: Broadside Editor-in-Chief (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited) Posting Date: 06/16/2020 Closing Date: Open Until Filled (notes): Length of Position: Temporary, as Needed Basis Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2020 Position Type/Employee Class: Temporary PT Hourly FTE: Salary Level: Monthly Stipend Starting Pay Range $600/Month Stipend Work Schedule: Days of the Week: Days of the Week may Vary Job Summary/Purpose: Terms of Employment:
To oversee the student journalists of The Broadside student news department, their editorial projects and assignments. Develop editorial strategy of the publication. Terms of Employment:
--- This is a part-time ( Essential Functions: Projects and Assignments 1. Oversee student editors; provide tools, resources, information and support to ensure completed, organized publication.
2. Meet regularly with the News/Opinion Editor and Engagement Editor to coordinate on upcoming assignments, coverage, issues and opportunities.
3. Guide the strategy of the publication, including type of content to publish, publishing times and formats and topic areas to cover.
4. Conduct weekly staff meetings including at minimum a meeting to take place during the time of J-215 Publications Lab.
5. Oversee News/Opinion Editor and Engagement Editor as they manage contributions for student freelance writers and photographers; share content on digital and social media platforms and promote and market The Broadside to broad audience.
6. Coordinate design, format and publication of any special print editions.
7. Create content, including news, opinion and photography, as needed on an occasional basis.
8. Assign the duties of vacant positions and fill in as necessary. General Office Duties 9. Act as the face and voice of The Broadside on campus, including as a spokesperson or representative of the organization when necessary.
10. Under the direction of the Advisor for Student Media, oversee The Broadside program budget and ensure the organization stays on budget each term.
11. Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform these essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies. 1. Knowledge of the field of journalism, especially in an online news environment, and regular consumer of news from various sources.
2. Ability to observe, direct and oversee student editors and reporters
3. Skill as a self-starter, able to work independently while also being receptive to guidance and feedback from others.
4. Skill in the operation of modern office equipment, software systems and standard office equipment, internet searches, Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and systems or software unique to the assigned area.
5. Ability to display strong news judgment and perform under occasional deadline pressure in a newsroom environment.
6. Skill in problem-solving, multi-tasking, organization and time management.
7. Ability to communicate effectively with public, COCC staff, students, third party service providers, and others.
8. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using English language with or without the use of auxiliary aids or an interpreter.
9. Ability to develop cooperative working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds and other aspects of human diversity.
10. Willingness and ability to travel to off-site locations and branch campus, as required. Physical Demands and Other Ergonomic Requirements: Work hours are determined by the supervisor and vary based on business needs and locations. Position assignments may be assigned an alternate schedule to service the campus needs. Work is performed typically indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature. Requires the ability to sit or stand at workstation for extended periods. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms. Requires near visual acuity to read written materials, write and read computer screens. Requires sufficient hearing and speech ability, for ordinary telephonic conversations. Occasional lifting up to 25lbs. All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement It is the policy of the Central Oregon Community College Board of Directors that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status or any other protected classes under Federal and State statutes in any educational programs, activities or employment. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Equal Employment Officer, c/o COCC's Human Resources office, 541.383.7216. In support of COCC's EEO statement, employees with bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting. Minimum Qualifications: 1. Currently enrolled at Central Oregon Community College in at least 6 credits and registered for J-215: Publications Lab (1 credit) each quarter while employed with The Broadside. The editor-in-chief must have completed J216 and J217 or the equivalent. The institution may waive this requirement for the editor-in-chief if the student is co-enrolled in the J216 or J217 class. Approval from both supervisors is required for this exception.
2. Demonstrated leadership experience such as serving as a manager, captain or team leader in a professional school, work or organization environment.
3. Experience with AP Style as it applies to journalistic writing and publication.
4. Experience with online tools and platforms including website content management systems.
5. Experience with editing online social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat.
6. Experience with or training on Google Sheets for content planning. The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process. Preferred Qualifications: --- Access to reliable transportation to commute for assignments, events or meetings that may take place on or off campus or at campuses in La Pine, Madras or Redmond.
--- Experience with retouch, resize and enhance images as needed using Photoshop or other photography software.
--- Experience with Back-end website capabilities, such as HTML coding.
--- Experience with graphic design.
--- Experience with WordPress content management system.
--- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Special Instructions to Applicants: THIS RECRUITMENT IS HIRING FOR AN ON- CALL TEMPORARY HOURLY NON - BENEFITED POSITION , TO ASSIST WITH SCHEDULING VACANCIES AND REPLACEMENT NEEDS . NOTE : You may be required to upload required documents indicated in this posting at the time you apply. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to upload all required documents, including transcript(s). If you have questions please contact Human Resources at 541-383-7216. Is a Criminal History Check required? Yes Is a Credit History Check Required? No Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest level of education?
  • No High School Diploma or GED
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Professional Certification or License (not a degree)
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree in Progress
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree In Progress
  • Masters Degree
  • Ph.D. in Progress
  • Ph.D.
  • J.D.
  • M.D.
  • Other Doctorate Level Degree
  • The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications, but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. There may be other requirements where an equivalency is acceptable. Please be aware that applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements and do not provide an equivalency statement will not be selected for an interview. Your statement should make clear the requirement you are addressing. Example: The position requires a Master's degree. You have a Bachelor's degree, additional applicable education, and work experience that when combined you believe is equivalent to the Master's degree requirement. Please provide a clear statement why you believe this combined education and experience is equivalent to a Master's degree. (Open Ended Question)
    • * Are you a U.S. military veteran? (COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans preference in this recruitment process, you must upload your DD214 or DD215 form as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the document in the next step of this application process.)
      • Yes, I am a veteran
      • No, I am not a veteran
      • If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 or DD215 form as proof of veteran status, please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirements/preferences of this position. (Open Ended Question)
        • * Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you, you will receive an email from COCC / HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCC's criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual, Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College:
          • Yes, I will provide my consent when requested
          • No, I will not provide my consent when requested Required DocumentsOptional Documents
          • Resume/Vitae
          • Cover Letter
          • Letter of Recommendation 1
          • Letter of Recommendation 2
          • College Transcript 1 (unofficial)
          • College Transcript 2 (unofficial)
          • US Military DD 214
          • Other Document 1
          • Other Document 2
          • Other Document 3
          • License or Certification Human Resources
            Newberry Hall
            Bend, OR 97703
            541-383-7216
            HR@cocc.edu

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