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Augustana College

Music Director

Rock Island, IL

$15.45 - $19.39/hr

Demonstrated radio broadcast announcing ability and basic radio operation skills Preferred ... Employee Assistance Program * Access to company facilities (gym, pool, health center, etc.) * You ...

Akima, LLC

Court Security Officer

Rock Island, IL · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Where applicable, shall direct traffic, control lights on court facility properties, and monitor ... Monitors alarms, radio traffic and other information sources. Dispatch or inform others as needed ...

Alter Trading Corp

Scale Administrator

Davenport, IA · On-site

$20/hr

... program to weigh in, weigh out and pay customers for product. View and inspect material via camera ... Greet and direct all customers / truck drivers upon entry of the lobby and answer phone calls in a ...

City of Rock Island

Police Officer

Rock Island, IL

$67K - $82K/yr

Description Under direct supervision, performs routine patrol and traffic control duties and ... Examples of Duties Patrols an assigned district or beat on foot, motorcycle or radio cruiser ...

City of Rock Island

Police Officer

Moline, IL · On-site

Job Title Under direct supervision, performs routine patrol and traffic control duties and ... Examples Of Duties Patrols an assigned district or beat on foot, motorcycle or radio cruiser ...

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City of Rock Island

Police Officer

Moline, IL · On-site

Job Title Under direct supervision, performs routine patrol and traffic control duties and ... Examples Of Duties Patrols an assigned district or beat on foot, motorcycle or radio cruiser ...

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Johnson County, IA

Paramedic

Iowa City, IA · On-site

$31.12 - $37.98/hr

Under direction of the Ambulance Director, Ambulance Assistant Director, and/or Field Supervisor is ... Receive and transmit messages via a two-way radio * Have clarity of speech, hearing, and writing ...

Johnson County, IA

Paramedic

Iowa City, IA · On-site

$31.12 - $37.98/hr

Under direction of the Ambulance Director, Ambulance Assistant Director, and/or Field Supervisor is ... Receive and transmit messages via a two-way radio * Have clarity of speech, hearing, and writing ...

Bayer

Production Tech - GT

Muscatine, IA

$37.83/hr

Maintains plant Hazard Communication labeling program. Performs general housekeeping duties ... Operates forklifts, shuttle wagon, and radio communication during rail movement operations.

Bayer

Production Tech - GT

Muscatine, IA · On-site

$37.83/hr

Maintains plant Hazard Communication labeling program. Performs general housekeeping duties ... Operates forklifts, shuttle wagon, and radio communication during rail movement operations.

Bayer

Production Tech - GT

Muscatine, IA · On-site

$37.83/hr

Maintains plant Hazard Communication labeling program. * Performs general housekeeping duties ... Operates forklifts, shuttle wagon, and radio communication during rail movement operations.

Bayer Inc.

Production Tech - GT

Muscatine, IA

$37.83/hr

Maintains plant Hazard Communication labeling program. * Performs general housekeeping duties ... Operates forklifts, shuttle wagon, and radio communication during rail movement operations.

City of Rock Island, IL

Police Officer

Rock Island, IL · On-site

$67K - $82K/yr

Continuous Description Under direct supervision, performs routine patrol and traffic control duties ... Participates in a program of public information and relations; may speak before interested groups ...

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How much do radio program director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for radio program director in Muscatine, IA is $73,391.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,700.00 and $86,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a radio program director?

A Radio Program Director oversees a station's on-air content, ensuring programming aligns with the station’s brand and audience preferences. They manage schedules, coordinate with hosts and producers, and monitor broadcast quality. Additionally, they analyze ratings, develop strategies to attract listeners, and collaborate with advertisers and station management to drive revenue.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a radio program director?

As a Radio Program Director, your day-to-day tasks often include scheduling shows, overseeing the content and flow of programming, coordinating with on-air talent, and monitoring audience ratings and feedback. You'll also work with producers, marketing teams, and technical staff to ensure each broadcast meets quality standards and station objectives. Managing compliance with regulations, troubleshooting scheduling issues, and staying current with music and industry trends are also common duties. This role is highly collaborative, requiring regular communication with staff and external partners to create engaging and successful radio programming.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a radio program director?

To thrive as a Radio Program Director, you need a strong background in broadcast media, programming strategy, audience research, and often a relevant degree in communications or journalism. Familiarity with audio editing software, broadcast automation systems, and industry-standard analytics tools is essential. Outstanding leadership, decision-making, and interpersonal skills help you effectively manage on-air talent and production teams. These abilities ensure compelling programming, successful team collaborations, and sustained audience growth in a competitive media landscape.

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Music Director

Rock Island, IL

Augustana College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about Augustana Collegeexternal

$15.45 - $19.39/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About Augustana College
Augustana College is a nationally recognized college of the liberal arts and sciences dedicated to investing in engaged learning, maximizing student potential, and strengthening community partnerships - the guiding priorities of our Bold amp; Boundless Strategic Plan (2024-29). For our 2,500 students from all backgrounds, Augustana provides a transformative experience that integrates rigorous academics, hands-on learning and mentorship to prepare graduates for meaningful careers and lifelong success.
The college’s scenic, wooded campus is located in Rock Island, Illinois, part of the Quad-Cities metro area (pop. 470,000) along the Mississippi River, about a 3-hour drive from Chicago. At Augustana, we seek innovative and student-centered professionals who are excited to contribute to our strategic goals of empowering students through engaged learning, leadership development and real-world experiences.
Employees at Augustana enjoy an excellent benefit package including medical, retirement, generous paid time off, tuition benefits for employees and their family members, and much more.
Job Title: Music Director
Hours: Part-time, 25 per week

Reports To: General Manager, WVIK
Overview: WVIK Classical, the Quad Cities’ 24/7 classical music broadcast and digital service, has an amazing opportunity to join and help design the future of this relatively new service. While WVIK has been broadcasting classical music since 1980, this 24/7 service to the Quad Cities only began in 2023. We seek an energetic, creative person to join our team as our Music Director. This position serves a dual role: as an announcer for classical music as well the lead creative voice on WVIK Classical’s broadcast side. In this position, you would oversee music selection across platforms, help define the station’s sound to be inclusive, and expand the canon of classical music, curate the station’s library, host an on-air shift, and serve a public-facing role at events for both WVIK and other community partners.

WVIK Classical seeks individuals who are able to shed traditional classical music delivery stereotypes and invite an audience of diverse ages and cultural backgrounds to participate in this rich art form using best practices of public radio storytelling and a tone that energizes, excites and enriches the listener.

Job Duties:
  • Assists in crafting the internal philosophy for programming/presenting music, developing innovative strategies for music discovery
  • Helps create and modify playlists
  • Curates library using MusicMaster; auditions new releases for inclusion
  • Hosts on-air shift
  • Tracks playlists to ensure proper diversity of programming
  • Cultivates relationships with regional music/arts organizations and participates in community outreach
  • Helps assess and select programming from national providers
  • Participates in campaigns to increase audience across platforms
  • Serves as an on-air host during concert broadcasts
  • Assists in planning and execution of membership drives
  • Prepares quarterly Sound Exchange report, FCC issues report, and other reports as needed
  • Represent WVIK through direct contact and at public events in the Quad Cities, Galesburg, Iowa City, Dubuque and other nearby metropolitan areas; seek opportunities within the Augustana campus and the Quad City business community to establish partnerships and foster long term relationships to the benefit of all parties.
  • Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated radio broadcast announcing ability and basic radio operation skills
Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have the following:
  • At least 2 years of experience as a classical music host/music director or related experience
  • Extensive knowledge of classical music
  • Strong familiarity with AudioVault (or equivalent automation software) and MusicMaster (or similar scheduling software)
Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, or at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired are necessary.
WVIK values diverse skill sets. We are prepared to offer full-time employment to candidates who demonstrate experience in any of the following areas in addition to those listed above:
  • Broadcast Operations
  • Corporate Support and Sponsorships
  • Audio Production
  • Marketing and Community Engagement.
Additional Information:
Pay and Benefits: This position is budgeted to pay $15.45 - $19.39 per hour determined by experience and skill set. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the needs of employees. Part-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
  • Life insurance, disability insurance, and supplemental insurance programs
  • Retirement plan with a generous company contribution
  • Pro-rated paid time off/holiday benefits
  • Pro-rated tuition benefits for employees and their family members
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Access to company facilities (gym, pool, health center, etc.)
  • You can learn more about our benefit programs at our Benefits website.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift 25 pounds on a frequent basis. Also required is the ability to listen, hear, speak, climb stairs, bend, stoop, and stand intermittently for long periods of time. Must possess or be able to acquire a valid driver’s license.

Special Requirements: As key personnel representing the Station amp; College to the community, this position requires excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to relate to a diverse audience, and the ability and willingness to model the mission and high standard of behavior of Augustana College and WVIK. All prospective employees must pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement: Augustana is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is Augustana College’s policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
Note: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities are subject to change at any time with or without notice.
Application Instructions:

Qualified, interested applicants should submit a cover letter including salary requirements and resume no later than July 31, 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Additional information for WVIK, Quad Cities NPR, is available at wvik.org.

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