General Manager, KAWC/ KOFA Public Radio

General Manager, KAWC/ KOFA Public Radio

Are you a visionary leader who is passionate about public media, community connection, and making a meaningful difference? Arizona Western College invites an accomplished professional to join our team as General Manager of KAWC/KOFA Colorado River Public Media.This is an opportunity to lead an organization that plays an important role in the communities it serves while working alongside talented professionals, students, and partners who are committed to public service. We are looking for a leader who brings energy, integrity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit to the role.

If you feel you would be a strong fit for this opportunity and are ready to help shape the future of KAWC/KOFA, we encourage you to apply and tell us what you can bring to this important role.

Typical Duties:

• Serves Students by supporting and advancing KAWC's role as a learning partner of Arizona Western College, including strategic oversight of student training programs; fostering collaboration with Arizona Western College faculty and staff; and ensuring that student participation aligns with KAWC's mission, operational capacity, and professional standard.
• Provides executive leadership and strategic direction for KAWC by establishing organizational priorities; developing and implementing short- and long-range plans; fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and public service; coaching, developing, and evaluating senior staff; and ensuring organizational performance advances KAWC's mission and long-term sustainability.
• Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
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Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, business administration, marketing, nonprofit management, journalism, public administration, or a related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience, including supervising and developing professional staff and overseeing operations across multiple functional areas
• Experience in a leadership role within public media, higher education, a nonprofit organization, a news or journalism organization, or another mission-driven setting
• Experience developing and administering budgets and managing organizational financial resource
• Experience developing and implementing strategic initiatives and leading organizational change
• Experience in one or more of the following: fundraising, business development, philanthropy, grant development, underwriting, sales, or other revenue-generating activities
• Applicants may indicate any additional language proficiencies in their application materials, including English/Spanish, as relevant to the position
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved may be considered

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Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Arizona Driver’s License or Equivalent

Salary:
$71,700- 76,002 per year, depending on experience.

Notes:

• Location: Yuma Campus
• Exempt

Why Work at AWC?
At Arizona Western College, we are committed to providing a rewarding work environment:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Tuition-free classes for full-time employees and dependents
• Innovative and student-focused institution - learn more!

Explore our complete benefits here!

POSTING DATE:
Date: September 14, 2026

FIRST REVIEW DATE:
The first review of applications date begin on September 28, 2026. Applications submitted after the first review date may not be considered for the position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• The statements in this posting describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.

ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:
Arizona Western College
Human Resources
Phone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629
Email: Human.Resources@azwestern.edu

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