Summer Community Agent - On-Air Radio Broadcaster Summer Sound Program (1 Opening)

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION FOR THE BENSON SUMMER SOUND PROGRAM

Community Agent

LOCATION, DATES, HOURS:

PROGRAM START DATE (First Day Students in Session): June 15th, 2026

PROGRAM END DATE (Last Day Students in Session): August 14th, 2026

DUTY DAYS/HOURS: Monday – Friday; 8:30AM - 12:30 PM

ANTICIPATED LOCATIONS: KBPS at Benson High School

CONTINGENCIES

All positions are contingent on enrollment of students. It is essential that applicants remain available. We will, however, make earlier commitments as definite positions become evident.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

The KBPS Summer Sound Program Student Staff works to ensure live on-air broadcasting of news and weather information, community events, and Portland Public School District information on AM 1450 and the KBPS online web stream. The mission of the Summer Sound program is to inform listeners first, and entertain them second. Students work together as a team to find and rewrite news stories for broadcast on-air, produce content to broadcast on-air and publish on the KBPS website and social media outlets.

POSITION SUMMARY

The KBPS Summer Sound Program Community Agent works directly with KBPS student employees to ensure live on-air broadcasting of news and weather information, community events, and Portland Public School District information on AM 1450 and the KBPS.am webstream.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides initial intake and assist with assessment.
2. Provides interpretation and translation services as requested by supervisor.
3. Provides interpretation by telephone, on site and during home visits.
4. Attends, assists and facilitates Parent/Teacher conferences as requested.
5. Develops and presents cultural events.
6. Provides classroom and individual instructional support and assistance upon request.
7. Provides appropriate referrals (and follow-up) to outside agencies.
8. Provides technical assistance and support to District staff in culturally appropriate services to limited English proficient students.
9. Provides advisement services to students and their families.
10.Enters, maintains and uses data in the student tracking database.
11.Perform home visits, data management, record keeping, recruitment and enrollment of children, information and referral, track attendance and follow-up.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Two (2) years, full time, college coursework (72 Quarter Credits or 48 Semester Credits) to meet the ESEA requirements (please attach unofficial transcripts, official transcripts must be provided prior to hire). -OR- Completion of the Para Professional exam with passing score upon recommendation for hire.

Proven experience working and supporting culturally and linguistically diverse students and families.

An understanding of language and cultural barriers facing language minority students and parents.

Knowledge of classroom practices, procedures and school operations.

Ability to maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of student and District information.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Prior live-broadcasting experience and audio production experience

Knowledge of FCC broadcast regulations

Proficiency in office technology and computer programs (e.g., email, Microsoft word, presentation programs, Google documents).

Ability to work flexible schedule to accommodate evening trainings & meetings.

Proficiency/familiarity using complex database systems.

Prior experience delivering workshops and information sessions.

Have strong analytical and problem solving skills to assist families and school staff appropriately with minimum supervision.

Knowledge and experience related to student enrollment, transfer and placement of students in appropriate programs.

Highly organized with attention to detail and accuracy of all data entry, correspondence, lists, reports and agreements.

Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team setting. Willingness to share information and duties and support other staff.

Ability to work effectively, multi-task and cope with constant interruptions in a fast-paced environment at multiple locations with limited supervision.

Experience in case management.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this classification may require the use of a dependable personal transportation and possession of a valid driver’s license.

HOURLY RATE: $22.27

This posting is open until position is filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. The PPS Human Resources Department reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.