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Job TitleJob CodeJob Description and Minimum QualificationsEmployee ClassificationSalary GradeMinimum SalaryMaximum SalaryJob FamilyFLSA StatusEEO - Job Group
Recording Engineer000527

Oversees recording and production of all remote radio performances. Maintains radio program streaming. Sets up broadcast rooms based on program needs. Tests post production broadcast content. Oversees live studio broadcasts. Plans, manages, maintains, and troubleshoots radio station¿s computer and network resources. Assists producers in achieving design vision by managing the financial and logistical aspects of each program. Engages in community outreach efforts. Supervises recording staff. Bachelor¿s degree in Media, Broadcasting, or related field. Three years related experience. Experience with operating systems, digital production programs, and web technology preferred.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A11 $53,546 $82,997 TV, Radio & Video Production
Chief Engineer000524

Oversees and maintains technical operations of KU radio, radio reading service operations, and TV, including studio equipment, transmitter building and tower, computer operations and installations, and telephone reader systems. Acts as liaison with NPR for satellite matters. Performs related business operations for those unit functions. Coordinates with other unit staff to facilitate activities. Assumes responsibility of Director of Public Radio in absence. Supervises staff. Master¿s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Business or related field. Minimum of five years of experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A12 $61,578 $95,447 TV, Radio & Video Production
Radio Program Director000525

Manages the development, planning, production, and presentation of radio broadcasts for locally and/or nationally produced shows. Promotes programming with public radio listeners and may host broadcasts. Facilitates production by overseeing the acquisition, editing, and production of program materials. Develops and manages the program schedule and supervises the completion of all programming elements. Researches programming needs and audience desires. Collaborates with contacts to deliver relevant programming. Assists in publishing program content for website. Works as an on-air radio announcer, reporter/host, and producer. May organize and maintain library and database resources. Engages in community outreach efforts. Supervises staff. Bachelor¿s degree in Journalism, Communications, Broadcasting, or related field. Minimum of five years of experience in radio programming.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A11 $53,546 $82,997 TV, Radio & Video Production
Broadcast Engineer000523

Programs the automation system that runs various radio and/or TV broadcasts. Creates and manages the automation system and its elemental contents. Repairs and/or reprograms any failed automation, ensuring the effective operation of transmission and electronic equipment. Facilitates the creation and production of the program¿s print material. Associate or technical degree in Broadcasting, Engineering, Electronic Technology or related field. Minimum of three years of related experience. Class B CDL license required.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A10 $47,493 $71,240 TV, Radio & Video Production
Sound Engineer000528

Operates recording, digital audio, media, amplification machines and equipment to be used in a variety of settings. Records speech, music, and other sounds on recording media, using recording equipment. Edits and mix audio and/or sounds for premium quality by separating instruments, vocals, and other sounds for post-production. During recordings, listens to audio from both a musical and technical perspective to adjust equipment, recording levels and even the performance of the artist in such a way that the recorded product sounds perfect. Ensures equipment is working correctly and properly during set-up and testing sessions. Tear down equipment after events. Synchronize and equalize prerecorded dialogue, music, and sound effects with visual action if needed using control consoles. Creates musical instrument digital interface programs for music projects, etc. Inventories and maintains equipment. Supervises students and/or staff High School diploma or GED equivalency with four years of experience in sound engineering technology. Associates degree in sound design or related field of study with a certificate in sound design, or a Bachelor¿s degree in sound design or related field of study. Minimum of two years of experience in mixing, digital editing, and use of recording machines and related devices. One year of supervisory experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A09 $41,299 $61,948 TV, Radio & Video Production
Radio Program Coord000526

Coordinates the development, planning, production, and presentation of radio broadcasts for locally and/or nationally produced shows for a specified program area. Oversees programming with public radio listeners and may host broadcasts. Facilitates production by overseeing the acquisition, editing, and production of program materials. May develops and manages the program schedule and supervises the completion of all programming elements. Researches programming needs and audience desires. Collaborates with contacts to deliver relevant programming. Assists in publishing program content for website. As needed works as an on-air radio announcer, reporter/host, and producer. May organize and maintain library and database resources. Engages in community outreach efforts. May supervise staff and/or volunteers. Bachelor¿s degree in Journalism, Communications, Broadcasting or related field. Three years of experience in radio programing or broadcasting.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A09 $41,299 $61,948 TV, Radio & Video Production
Announcer/Producer000522

Works as an on-air radio announcer, reporter/host, and/or producer. Edits and produces content for on-air broadcast and for a website. Writes and revises material to be published. Provides fact-checking for features and stories. Engages in community outreach efforts High school or equivalent with minimum of three years on-air or related experience required. Experience with operating systems, digital production programs, and web technology preferred.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 TV, Radio & Video Production
Attending Veterinarian000731

Provides veterinary care and fulfills veterinarian responsibilities for the animal care program. Responsible for the well-being of all animals. Oversees research protocols involving animals and procedures used. Oversees facility standards for compliance to regulations affecting animal research. Writes, reviews, and updates OLAC veterinary and compliance policies and guidelines, as required. Provides training and instruction to personnel on humane methods of animal maintenance and experimentation. Serves on appropriate university committees related to research activities and the animal program. DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA Council on Education accredited veterinary college or school and be eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Kansas.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff C12 $106,535 $165,129 Research
Animal Research Lab Director000733

Directs, leads, and oversees the operational activities of all KU-Lawrence animal IACUC research facilities by training and monitoring faculty, staff and students in the appropriate care, handling and use of animals. Creates a strategic plan for the facility and services based upon needs and future research expectations. Serves as the leader of the facility for accreditation visits and semiannual laboratory inspections. Oversees ACU operating budget and reviews ACU rate schedules. Ensures the humane, responsible, and scientifically or instructionally sound use of animals at the University by maintaining a current knowledge of laboratory animal science as well as regulations and standards affecting the use of animals in research and education. DVM and five years of related experience. Five years of progressive leadership responsibility. Licensure by the State of Kansas or eligibility to obtain licensure. Supervisory experience. Ability to lift 50 pounds.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff C13 $125,383 $200,613 Research
Research Project Specialist000557

Assists research team(s) with project implementation, budgets, grants & administrative procedures. Under direction, organizes field work, workshops, conferences and/or educational/research events; drafts materials, scientific papers and/or proposals for presentation, submission, and/or publication. Prepares and may teach program content to engage students, visitors, and/or community members in the research, instruction and service of the unit. May supervise students. Bachelor's OR high school diploma/GED and 3 years of related expereince.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff C04 $34,848 $52,272 Research

Job Title Table Key

TermDescription
Job TitleA job title is a brief description of a position held by an employee.
Job CodeA job code is a numeric number assigned to a job title  and also indicates the type of employee classification it represents.
Job Description and Minimum Qualifications (if applicable)
  • The job description represents the minimal duties required of the position.
  • Minimum qualifications are the of education or experience and the minimum level of knowledge, skills, abilities, licenses, certifications and other job-related requirements associated with the position.
Employee Classification

There are five employee classification types:

  • Faculty: includes employees who are tenured, on the tenure-track, or non-tenured lecturers and professors of the practice who may be eligible for sabbatical and tenure, as applicable.
  • Academic Staff: includes employees such as scientists, research professors or curators who may be eligible for sabbatical, but not tenure.
  • Students: includes employees who are part-time and enrolled at the University of Kansas, is registered for classes, and whose primary purpose for being at the University is the achievement of a degree or certification.
  • Unclassified Professional Staff (UPS): includes employees who support the mission and goals of the University.
    • Unclassified Support Staff (USS): includes employees who support the mission and goals of the University.
Salary GradeA salary grade represents the minimum and maximum salaries that may be paid to an employee serving in the position. The spread between the minimum and maximum salaries is referred to as the range.
MinimumMinimum salary allowed for the position.
MaximumMaximum salary allowed for the position.
Job FamilyJob families are a group of job titles grouped together because of the similar functions they perform. Only positions that have been reviewed as part of the Classification and Market Study initiative are assigned to a job family.
FLSA StatusIndicates whether the position is exempt (salaried) or non-exempt (hourly) under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Visit the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Policy for more information.
EEO - Job Group (English (US))EEO job groups are defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and are required for compliance reporting purposes. EEO job codes group together positions with similar skills sets.
Position Description ExampleExamples of good position descriptions for the job title that are available for reference.