| KPSU is a Student Fee funded organization, whose mission is to provide the Portland community with a high quality college radio source unlike any other available. KPSU strives to become nationally recognized as the leader in student managed college radio. The four corner stones of KPSU are student development, diverse listener satisfaction, community involvement, and student team management. This position is open to any currently enrolled Portland State University student carrying at least eight undergraduate or six graduate credits per term. | |
| Educational Value | The educational value for this position is .80. This position provides significant learning and growth opportunities in a co-curricular context that will expose the Computer Director to challenges in leadership development and team building on campus and in the community. Through guidance and instruction received from the SALP and Faculty Advisors, the Computer Director will learn skills in budgeting, organization, time management, program development, communication, conflict resolution and critical thinking. The Computer Director will also learn skills and gain knowledge in FCC rules and regulations, record company relations, and networking with professionals in the music industry and in the college radio environment. |
| Expectation of Time | The level of expected time for this position is 1.0, which averages 16-20 hours per week. The position works irregular and inconsistent hours that will be determined by the needs of the various constituencies served. A minimum of six-eight regularly scheduled office hours is expected and will be served at the discretion of the Computer Director. Satisfactory performance of this position will be judged according to the extent to which the duties and responsibilities outlined below are fulfilled, regardless of the number of hours actually worked. |
| Level of Responsibility | This position will carry a .80 level of responsibility. The position impacts a significant number of students at Portland State University. The accountability is very high because the consequences of weak performance are great for students and the community who participate in this program. |
| Compensation | Stipend of $525/mo. |
| Duties and Responsibilities |
* Develop and maintain a content management system for the KPSU website. * Perform routine web site design and maintainence. * Maintain the station's webstream broadcast. * Administer the mailing lists used by the staff and DJs for communication. * Maintain computerized database of the station's music catalog. * Liase with computer and tech departments on campus. * Stay current with changing technologies. |