Program Director

Job Description

Job Summary
Iowa Catholic Radio Network is seeking a strategic, mission-driven Program Director to lead all broadcast and digital programming operations. This leadership role oversees content strategy, on-air talent, scheduling, compliance, and audience growth initiatives while ensuring all programming reflects Catholic teaching and meets FCC non-commercial broadcast standards.
The Program Director is a key member of the leadership team and helps shape the Network's voice, brand identity, and long-term growth strategy.

Responsibilities
Programming & Content Leadership
• Develop and execute programming strategy aligned with mission and growth goals
• Manage daily broadcast schedules across stations and digital platforms
• Oversee local shows, podcasts, and special programming
• Evaluate and select syndicated programming
• Ensure doctrinal accuracy and liturgical alignment

Team Leadership
• Supervise hosts, producers, operators, and programming staff
• Recruit, train, coach, and evaluate personnel
• Schedule staff and maintain operational coverage

Compliance & Operations
• Ensure FCC compliance and maintain required logs and documentation
• Review scripts, promotions, and content for regulatory and mission alignment
• Coordinate with engineering to maintain broadcast continuity

Growth & Strategy
• Monitor audience metrics and adjust programming strategy
• Provide performance reports and recommendations to leadership
• Support expansion, affiliate relations, and market growth initiatives

Fundraising Support
• Help plan and execute pledge drives
• Provide on-air leadership during fundraising events

Qualifications
Required
• Experience in broadcast programming, media production, or content leadership
• Strong leadership and personnel management skills
• Working knowledge of FCC broadcast regulations
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Practicing Catholic able to represent Church teaching publicly

Preferred
• Experience in non-commercial or faith-based media
• Audio production or editing experience
• Familiarity with broadcast automation systems
• Strategic planning or audience growth experience

Schedule & Work Environment
• Full-time, on-site position in Des Moines, Iowa
• Standard office hours plus occasional evenings or weekends
• Required availability during pledge drives and major broadcasts
• Physical Requirements
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Use of computers and broadcast equipment
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs

Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Life and disability insurance

About Us
Iowa Catholic Radio Network is a non-profit, mission-driven media organization dedicated to connecting people to Jesus Christ and His Church on their faith journey. Through live and syndicated radio programming across a network of 8 stations in Iowa, digital engagement, and faith-filled community experiences we want people to encounter Jesus. Iowa Catholic Radio is 100% listener and donor funded and works with businesses and organizations whose values align with our mission and audience.

Apply
Submit resume and cover letter detailing relevant experience and interest in the role to deaconmark@iowacatholicradio.com.

For the complete official job description, visit:
https://www.iowacatholicradio.com/employment-opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer
St. Gabriel Communications provides equal employment opportunities consistent with applicable law. As a religious organization, we reserve employment rights permitted by law related to our religious mission.

About the Employer

Iowa Catholic Radio seeks to evangelize through a media platform designed to help people discover the full truth about themselves and the relevance of the Catholic Faith.