97.9 WHAV, Greater Haverhill’s only public radio station and nonprofit local news service, offers a unique opportunity to join a respected and growing regional news operation—on-air, online, everywhere.

The position can be structured as part- or full-time or something in between as mutually agreed.

Duties include writing, reporting, photographing and recording news stories, which may include urgent breaking news, crime and court, public meetings, local elections and investigative and/or deep-dive pieces as assigned; night and occasional weekend assignments as news breaks; placing public meetings and events on the air live; recording and editing audio; and possible announcing.

Successful applicants will demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes news, commitment to accuracy, attention to detail, natural curiosity, objectivity, dependability and willingness to learn.

The position offers potential for growth.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field
• Prior writing/reporting experience (college newspaper, web, TV or radio will be considered)
• Above average English spelling and grammar
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
• Strong ethics
• Ability to work well and quickly under deadline pressure
• Familiarity with Associated Press (AP) Style
• Mastery of Microsoft Word and solid PC skills

Some technical training will be provided.

Public Media of New England Inc. d/b/a WHAV promotes equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran. WHAV is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment during all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

WHAV is an affiliate of CBS News Radio and holds memberships in the Institute for Nonprofit News, National Federation of Community Broadcasters, Radio Television Digital News Association and Massachusetts Broadcasters Association.