Pay Range: Targeted salary of $12.00/hour, based on education and experience.

Benefits Eligible: No

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

For Best Consideration Date: 09/01/2026

Position Introduction:

KGOU public radio is looking for an on-air voice to greet afternoon listeners in the Oklahoma City metro area. Our next local All Things Considered host will be an engaging announcer with a conversational on-air sound. We’re looking for somebody with sharp news instincts and strong storytelling skills, who will produce news stories that air in ATC and may be called on to file national news spots and fill in on other host shifts, as needed.

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be currently enrolled in the Fall 2026 Term as an undergraduate student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma.
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

This is a part-time position with regular hours expected to be Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for a total of up to 20 hours per week. The hourly rate for this non-exempt position is $12.00 per hour, with OU benefits available commensurate to the position. The position is open until filled. Anticipated start date is September 1, 2026.

More information is available at http://kgou.org/jobs. The application is made online at https://jobs.ou.edu – search for Requisition 493276. KGOU Radio at the University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Department Preferences:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism, communications, political science or other appropriate field or near completion of degree requirements;
• One year of experience in broadcasting, or some equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Strong writing skills and knowledge of AP style;
• On-air announcing experience;
• Experience with web posting, broadcast and audio editing software and equipment;
• Time management and organization skills, including reliability and punctuality;
• Ability to work independently; and
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: No