Nebraska Public Media General Manager & CEO Search
Nebraska Public Media seeks exemplary candidates for the role of General Manager & CEO of Nebraska Public Media.
The General Manager and CEO of Nebraska Public Media will lead the organization in envisioning and enacting vibrant public media in the state of Nebraska. This individual will also be the Secretary of the Nebraska Educational Telecommunications Commission and the General Manager of Nebraska Public Media.
Reporting to the Executive Vice Chancellor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the Nebraska Education Telecommunications Commission, the successful candidate will be expected to provide dynamic leadership in further developing and strengthening the public broadcasting programs and educational offerings of both the University and the Commission for the State. Keep reading...
About Lincoln
Lincoln is the state capital with nearly 300,000 people. With the most parkland per capita in the nation, an extensive (and growing) bike trail network, many diverse employment opportunities, and a low cost of living, Lincoln is one of the fastest growing metro areas in the Midwest.
Nebraska Public Media
Nebraska Public Media tells the state’s stories, first-hand, through the voices of the people who live here. With local content plus national programming from PBS and NPR, Nebraska Public Media is the trusted source for meaningful news, sports, education, and culture coverage. Keep reading...
Search Committee
Charles Stoltenow
Dean, Nebraska Extension
Chair of Search Committee
- Doug Carlson | Director, Production Services (Retired)
- Molly DeLaney | Chief Strategy Officer, Nebraska Public Media
- Ann Finkner | Board of Directors, Nebraska Public Media Foundation
- E.K. Franks | Director, University Relations
- Barney McCoy | Professor, College of Journalism and Mass Communications
- Clay Smith | Nebraska Educational Telecommunications Commission
- Paul Turman | Vice Chair, Nebraska Educational Telecommunications Commission
The Opportunity
The General Manager and CEO of Nebraska Public Media embodies the integrity and commitment for which Nebraska Public Media is known and leads the effort to foster the collaborative development of programmatic and business initiatives that expand audience and financial support.
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The Candidate Profile
The General Manager and CEO of Nebraska Public Media will be a confident leader with sophisticated skills and dedication to apply them on behalf of public media throughout the state. They will have a record of engaging diverse and talented staff, inspiring and empowering them to achieve strategic initiatives in an ever-changing field.
How to Apply
Review of applications begins on May 13, 2024 and will continue on an on-going basis until the position is filled. UNL offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with the successful candidate's background and experience.
DRiWaterstone Human Capital is proud to lead this search on behalf of Nebraska Public Media. For more information on how to apply, please visit the DRiWaterstone Human Capital website.
The University of Nebraska – Lincoln (UNL) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNL is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. UNL complies with all local, state, and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See: www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination