Hiring Department
University of Missouri – Kansas City
KCUR
KCUR 89.3 and 91.9 Classical KC is seeking an outgoing, creative connector to cultivate, engage, recruit, and train a diverse group of community volunteers, supporters, and influencers to support our work. This person will also support fundraising, membership, content, community engagement and staff events. They will also work directly with the Manager of Live Events on internal and external committees for initiatives such as Generation Listen and RadioActive.
UMKC and KCUR are currently exploring a separation whereby KCUR would become an independent community owned non-profit organization. It is anticipated that this will occur in the next 18 months. This position and role will move to the new organization, should this transition of ownership occur.
Job Description
This position works closely and collaboratively across the organization to recruit and train volunteers to support KCUR/Classical KC external work including fundraising events, content and community engagement activities, membership drives, and special projects. This person must have the ability to remain calm and friendly during the demands of live events, and to work on diverse projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. They must also show a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with various personalities; and enthusiasm for the role of public media in a changing journalism environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Manager of Live Events and other key staff to establish volunteer program goals and measure progress to ensure a well-rounded program that supports overall organization goals.


