Extra Help NPR Illinois Local and State News Editor (2 positions)
Posting Category:
About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu.
Application deadline: 6/5/2026
Minimum Starting Salary: $20 per hour
Summary:
The NPR Illinois Local and State News Editor will provide coverage for all local and state news program and assume responsibility for the afternoon anchor and may fill-in during other time periods as needed.
Duties & Responsibilities:
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Prep and deliver two short (1:40) local newscasts near the top and bottom of each hour (4, 5 and 6 pm).
- Host breaks by filling with useful information, promotion content, etc. Fill open time as the afternoon anchor.
- Create local news content that can be used for newscasts.
- Find and develop stories for web content and post to the NPR Illinois website.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree (master's preferred)
Broadcasting experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to provide on air local and state news attractive to the NPR listenership.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Knowledge of state shows (state week and statewide).
Excellent public relations and public speaking skills.
Knowledge of the mission of public broadcasting.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to provide on air local and state news attractive to the NPR listenership.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Knowledge of state shows (state week and statewide).
Excellent public relations and public speaking skills.
Knowledge of the mission of public broadcasting.
Travel Requirements:
0% There is no anticipated travel.
Employment Policies and other information:
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. Visit University of Illinois Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.
The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.
As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State Universities Retirement System
- You do not pay Social Security taxes and your earnings will not be on your Social Security record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.)
- Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:
- Social Security benefit and
- Social Security benefit as a spouse
***Please Note: All postings close at 5:00pm CST on the posting close date.***
