Job Details

Morning Edition Host

Position Number: 9751739
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Broadcasting, Radio, and Television

Morning Edition Host

Job Summary

KUER is looking for a broadcaster and journalist ready to connect with Utahns as local host of NPR's Morning Edition. The host serves as a trusted guide to NPR's national and international reporting and storytelling. They also give the station its uniquely Utah lens by offering local information to help people begin their day, sharing KUER's service-oriented reporting and facilitating conversations that help everyone understand the Beehive State and meet their neighbors.

About us:
KUER serves Utahns with trustworthy news and information, expertly crafted stories, plus conversations and diverse voices from around our state. To provide this essential public service, we're dedicated to building an organizational culture that prioritizes collaboration. We seek a team that reflects our entire community, and we encourage contributions from people of various experiences. We are committed to attracting and retaining a staff whose perspectives are heard and valued. This is essential to our success.

Benefits:

Health, dental, and wellness coverage
14.2% employer contribution to personal retirement account (401a)
Free public transportation pass (Utah Transit Authority)
Paid leave time
Tuition reduction for employee and family members
and more learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

Serves as primary KUER host and trusted local voice during NPR's "Morning Edition." Hosts additional morning programming as directed
Following the station programming log, operates the board to mix NPR satellite feed and live breaks, including newscast, weather, station promotion and pre-produced sponsorship
Writes, produces and delivers on-air news with contributions from KUER reporters, editors and in collaboration with the Morning Edition producer. Produces on-demand news with producer
Participates in regular airchecks with station manager to implement KUER's promotion strategy and develop on-air presence
Adheres to deadlines and, in concert with editors, makes timely and effective decisions for breaking news
Works closely with other staff and under the supervision of the editorial team in identifying, developing and creating journalism that supports KUER's audience-centric mission
Prioritizes understanding the issues that matter most to Utahns to report and produce interviews and stories across multiple platforms including written, audio and video
Ensures all work meets NPR News and KUER standards for accuracy, fairness, honesty and impartiality, including the station's Standards of Integrity document
Participates in regular newsroom editorial meetings, one-on-one check-ins, airchecks and station meetings
Actively participates in KUER fund drives and represents KUER at community and station events
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Department Specific Qualifications:

3-5 years of professional on-air hosting and broadcast journalism experience with a commitment to growth and innovation
A portfolio demonstrating strong on-air presence compatible with current NPR aesthetics as well as interviewing, broadcast and digital writing and audio production skills
Experience in board operation and familiarity with broadcast systems (Wide Orbit and Content Depot), news software (Burli, AP products) and digital audio software (Audition, ProTools, etc.)
Sound news judgment and knowledge of journalistic best practices, including experience with AP style
Enthusiasm for creative storytelling that centers the audience, serves their needs and includes perspectives from across Utah
Strong commitment to a collaborative editorial process
Understanding of local and national politics
Excellent communicator, team player and problem solver with demonstrated human relations skills
Ability to maintain a reliable and consistent schedule and thrive during demanding early morning hours
Commitment to appearing on multiple platforms beyond broadcast radio such as video, social media and TV broadcast
Willingness to grow and change with KUER and KUER News as we adapt to evolving audience habits and needs

Preferences

Knowledge of Utah culture and politics
The ability to write and speak fluently in a second language
An active and engaging social media presence

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN45855B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday, 4:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Due to the nature of this position, the host will be required to live in Utah. Remote candidates cannot be considered.
Department: 00335 - KUER
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $63,000 - $67,000
Close Date: 11/06/2026
Open Until Filled:

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