Director of Operations

Medford, MA, United States

Total Traffic + Weather Network

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The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America , reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. In fact, we have:

More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;

We’re the largest podcast publisher, with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;

iHeart is the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers, who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;

We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;

iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;

Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and

We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we’re able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option.

Because we reach almost every community in America, we’re committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve – and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.

Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!

If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

What We Need:

Total Traffic & Weather Network is seeking a Director of Operations to lead our team in the Boston regional operations hub and spoke markets.

What You'll Do:

Reviews and determines all commercial and paid programming content; decides traffic coverage and content, schedules programming in conformance with FCC rules and regulations, company policy and applicable federal, state, and local laws; protects station license.

Plans and oversees tone, programming, production, sound & theme, website, online presence, and social media.

Collaborates with Production to enlist content direction and seeks options that meet editorial scope.

Fields affiliate calls, schedules reports, and checks social media to ensure content remains consistent with station’s brand.

Identifies, recruits, and coaches on-air talent, producers, news directors, and reporters, e.g., frequently listens/airchecks sessions with on-air talent,

Provides direction to reporters and audio engineer on content

Partners with Regional Vice President of Operations, Programming and Sales in support of local and corporate business goals to increase market share, listeners, ratings, advertiser satisfaction, and revenue while aligning programming fit with client, station, and audience; creates talent and station marketing, promotion, and image campaigns.

Determines and maintains creative vision for TTWN to enhance image and visibility within the community.

Supports Engineering personnel in tasks tied to TTWN Operations.

Interfaces with related TTWN Operations areas such as Aircraft and Television.

Schedules staff for on-air shifts, remotes, and appearances.

Ensures staff has taken/passed/maintained all company programs, plans, and training

Prepares and manages Operations budget on a yearly, quarterly, and monthly basis.

Establishes and maintains professional relationships with transportation agencies, public safety, emergency management and other traffic related industry contacts.

Handles all payables according to company policy and in a prompt fashion.

What You'll Need:

Work Experience

Prior experience directing and managing a team

Experience with local formats preferred

Prior experience as a broadcaster, either in traffic reporting, news, sports, or as a DJ preferred

Prior experience as a Program Director or Assistant Program Director preferred

Education

4-year college degree preferred

Certifications

None required

What You'll Bring:

Location:

Medford, MA: 99 Revere Beach Parkway, 02155

Position Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Type:

Salaried

Benefits:

iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:

Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options

Company provided and supplemental life insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing

A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community

A 401K plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving

A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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