Employment

Employment at KPR

MORNING EDITION HOST

Kansas Public Radio, KU, Lawrence, Kansas

Kansas Public Radio (KPR), on the campus of the University of Kansas in Lawrence, is seeking a Morning Edition Host and Reporter. The Morning Edition Host/Reporter delivers the local segments of “Morning Edition,” National Public Radio’s weekday news magazine on KPR. This person gathers, edits, writes, produces and delivers local newscasts and hosts the local segments of this national show. Following each day’s broadcast of Morning Edition, this position is also responsible for producing broadcast and online news content. The reporter must have a keen understanding of state, regional and national news. This position requires consistent availability on weekdays from 4:00am to 1:00pm, including most holidays. The position is supervised by the News Director and/or Assistant News Director. Candidates must include an aircheck (by way of mp3 file or audio CD) as part of the application process. To be considered, one must apply online at employment.ku.edu/staff/29879BR. Application deadline is on March 23, 2025 and application review continues until a pool of qualified applicants is identified.

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.

STUDENT POSITION

Kansas Public Radio, KU, Lawrence, Kansas

Kansas Public Radio, a public radio station licensed by the University of Kansas, is seeking a student employee to help enter transactions into QuickBooks and other administrative and accounting-related work. A strong attention to detail is required, as well as consistent availability at least two days per week, during business hours, and enrollment at KU for at least 6 hours. This is a great opportunity for a student to learn a new skill or expand on an existing skill, while learning more about non-profits and a public service offered by the University of Kansas. To apply, visit employment.ku.edu/student/29916BR. The application deadline is March 13, 2025 and application review begins on March 14 and continues until a pool of qualified applicants is identified.

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.

Employment at Audio-Reader

No open positions at this time.

Internships at KPR

KPR offers internships to students interested in radio broadcasting. Our staff values the input and energy that interns bring to KPR. If you are interested in an internship, please learn more by downloading the guidelines listed below. Due to staffing issues resulting from the Coronavirus pandemic, KPR is not currently accepting interns. 

Development Department Internships
Click HERE for a description.

Apply for an Internship
Click HERE to apply.

EEO Report
http://www.kansaspublicradio.org/public/files/documents/2015eeo.docx

Why Work at KPR?

• Employees of KPR participate in University of Kansas benefits programs.
  

  

• KPR is an award-winning public radio station.
• KPR is housed in a new state-of-the-art broadcasting facility.
• KPR stays on the front edge of new developments in radio technology.
• Public radio is an important service to the community.

University of Kansas Nondiscrimination Statement

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.