Work with KUER
Who We Are
KUER is a 501(c)3 non-profit and tax-exempt organization that provides a commercial-free mix of NPR, BBC and local news to thousands of listeners throughout Utah and beyond through its extensive translator network.
What We Believe
It is our fundamental belief that information and public engagement enrich a community. To that end, KUER 90.1 is intensely committed to building a community of world citizens through story and art, discussion and debate, sound and creativity.
Our work is driven by our public service mission: KUER enhances the lives of its audience with a blend of news, information and entertainment in an unbiased, non-commercial context and creates an ongoing source of service and support vital to community organizations.
Why Work With Us
- Health, dental and wellness coverage
- Twelve paid holidays and a very generous sick, vacation and personal time off
- Automatic and immediately vested 14.2% employer contribution to personal retirement account (401a)
- Free public transportation pass (Utah Transit Authority)
- University of Utah tuition reduction for employee and family members
- Flexible schedules
- A collaborative work environment
Open positions at KUER are recruited through University of Utah Human Resources. You can search for current job openings or click here for more information.
CURRENT JOB OPENINGS
RadioWest Producer
KUER, Utah’s NPR affiliate, is seeking a producer for RadioWest, our public affairs and interview program. RadioWest explores the issues, ideas, and stories shaping Utah and the wider world through thoughtful conversations with newsmakers, scholars, writers, artists, and community voices. The producer plays a central role in shaping the editorial direction of the program. We’re looking for a journalist with strong news judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for telling stories. The ideal candidate is an excellent researcher and writer, a creative thinker, and a collaborative producer who can help develop and execute engaging, meaningful conversations. For more information and to apply, click here.
Community Service Journalism Reporter
KUER is looking for an enthusiastic journalist ready to connect with audiences in a deep and service-oriented way. This local newshound will tap into Utahns’ curiosities about life in the Beehive State to answer questions, fact-check assertions, delight our community and seek out stories off the beaten path. The reporter in this role will write frequently, producing short-form, long-form, newsletters and social media, along with audio/video work. For more information and to apply, click here.
University of Utah Human Resources
250 E 200 S, 16th Floor
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Phone: 801-581-2169
Fax: 801-581-8462
Email: employment@utah.edu