Job Details

Reporter/Producer/Host

Position Number: 7229226
Location: Seaside, CA
Position Type: Broadcasting, Radio, and Television

Reporter/Producer/Host

University Corporation at Monterey Bay

Salary: $30.00 - $34.00 Hourly

Job Number: 2026-00017

Location: Ryan Ranch Office- Monterey, CA

Department: KAZU

Description

Reporter/Producer/Host

KAZU

Job Announcement

Priority Screening Deadline: June 24, 2026. All positions are open until filled.

SALARY
Salary Grade: Staff, Grade 5

Hiring Range: $30 - $34 hourly

The University Corporation is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students, and the customers we serve. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources. Our salary schedule is available here.

BENEFITS SUMMARY
The University Corporation provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Retirement plan with employer contributions
Voluntary 403(b) savings plan
Generous vacation and sick leave accruals
Paid holidays
Access to campus dining plans
Eligibility for affordable campus housing (if applicable)

Applicants are encouraged to review additional benefit information below for full details.

POSITION SUMMARY
The News Reporter/Producer/Host will be a voice for a trusted news source in the Monterey Bay Area. Responsibilities include: reporting, writing, editing and voicing audio stories for broadcast on 90.3 KAZU, and at times on NPR partners or NPR, and writing, editing, and producing digital stories for KAZU.org, which will also involve taking pictures.

Examples of Duties

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting:

Researches story ideas and pitches short-, medium- and long-term stories at weekly news meetings.
Develops sources by meeting with local leaders, newsmakers and community members, particularly in underserved areas.

Audio Production:

Records audio in the field, on the phone and in a studio.
Mixes and produces stories, including long-form work for broadcast or podcast.

Digital Production:

Writes companion digital stories for audio pieces following AP Style.
Creates/collaborates on station social media content, including photos/video.

Mentorship:

Collaborates with student interns on news stories, social media posts and other projects.

Administrative:

Helps maintain the story tracking database, source database, photo library and other digital assets.

On-Air Work:

Trains to host or be live on-air as needed, including possibly on holidays and in breaking news or special coverage situations.
Participates in on-air fundraising campaigns.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or the equivalent from an accredited four year college or university.
2-4 years of relevant professional experience in a daily audio news environment.

A combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Certifications or Licenses:

Valid Driver's License in the state of California. Company car/vehicle not provided, must be able to drive to/from the field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in a public radio newsroom
Knowledge of current Santa Cruz, Monterey and/or San Benito County and regional issues.
Spanish fluency.
Data reporting skills.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the CSUMB Vision Statement and the core values of mutual respect, collaboration and service orientation, multiculturalism and diversity, community service and institutional excellence.

Special Conditions of Employment

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
FERPA:

This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education's Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California's Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues.

Clery Act:

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). The position is required to participate in training at the direction of the Clery Director and must also promptly report allegations of reportable crimes according to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, its accompanying regulations; the California State Education Code, Chapter 15.5, of the Donahoe Higher Education Act, Section 67380; and the California State University system-wide policy, Code EO 1107. CSAs are employees whose job duties fall into one of the following categories:
Work in a campus police or security department
Are responsible for campus security
Are designated as the contact for reporting criminal offenses
Have significant responsibility for student and campus activities

Special License or Certifications and Conditions:

Must possess and maintain a valid license to drive in the State of California, pass the Defensive Training Class, and be insurable under the University's liability coverage.
May require occasional evenings and/or weekend work.

This position is designated as a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with applicable CSU Executive Orders, including Title IX reporting requirements. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act. The University Corporation at Monterey Bay is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and complies with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws. University Corporation employment is separate from CSU Monterey Bay and the State of California. All employees must be eligible to work in the United States. Positions are at-will. CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFORMATION
The Corporation offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, contributory retirement plan, TSA (403b), and more. Please review our benefits guide for details about sick time, vacation, and holidays.

The Corporation also offers access to CSUMB's Faculty & Staff Meal Plans, which provide convenience, value, and flexibility with our all-you-care-to-eat dining commons, showcasing eight brand new dining concepts for an affordable price.

The University Corporation at Monterey Bay also provides access to affordable campus housing: https://csumb.edu/departments/corporation/services/employee-housing/

Although CSUMB is located in a high-cost housing area, Schoonover Park rental homes are affordably priced. Monthly rent rates include cable television, garbage service, and sewer. Convenient floorplans, attractive interior appointments, and numerous community amenities make Schoonover Park Rental Homes an exceptional value. Schoonover Park is near the main campus, yet a tranquil world away. The community lies nestled in the secluded beauty of rolling coastal hills three miles east of campus. Living in one of the most desirable areas of California, you will enjoy the natural splendor and cultural abundance of the Monterey Peninsula. Quality of life begins with your home in Schoonover Park and extends through every aspect of your California coastal lifestyle. https://www.schoonoverparkapartments.com

ABOUT THE CORPORATION
The University Corporation at Monterey Bay ("Corporation"): The Corporation is constantly looking for motivated employees with great organization and teamwork skills to join our team. The Corporation is a non-profit institution that is related to and affiliated with the California State University, Monterey Bay. The University Corporation at Monterey Bay is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) public benefits corporation that is a recognized auxiliary organization of California State University and was established in July 1994. The University Corporation's mission is to further the educational purposes of the University.

The University: California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California's Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement, CSUMB is part of the nation's largest four-year public university system, California State University, which educates nearly 460,000 students every year. With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students' lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB's sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030.

The Community: Monterey, with its moderate Mediterranean climate, is a diverse community on the picturesque central coast of California and rich in agriculture. Miles of beautiful beaches, spectacular mountain ranges, groves of redwoods, low-rolling foothills, and scenic valleys are characteristics that contribute to the quality of life enjoyed by over 432,000 residents and millions of visitors. Boasting such world-renowned attractions as the spectacular Big Sur Coast, Laguna Seca Raceway, 17-Mile Drive, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, the Steinbeck Center, the Monterey Jazz and Blues Festivals and Pebble Beach - possibly the world's most famous golf course, it's easy to see why so many choose to live here and an estimated four million visitors a year make the County of Monterey their destination of choice.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/csumb/jobs/5373439/reporter-producer-host

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