General Manager/ Department Head

KMTV, The E.W. Scripps CBS affiliate in Omaha, Nebraska, is seeking a dynamic Market Leader to serve as General Manager/Department Head. This role involves driving local market operations, executing strategic media initiatives, and shaping the future of local journalism. The leader will oversee a team, manage financial stewardship, and ensure compliance, all while fostering a culture aligned with Scripps values and dedicated to serving the Omaha community with excellence.

Must Have

• Develop, lead, and implement local media strategic plan.
• Provide station oversight and co-lead in generating ratings and revenue.
• Lead development and ensure financial stewardship of station budgets.
• Serve as leader and subject matter expert for a functional area, overseeing department heads.
• Lead and collaborate with leadership team.
• Lead a culture consistent with Scripps values and commit to employee development.
• Responsible for financial statements and compliance with Scripps policies.
• Enforce FCC, EEO, SOX, and other regulations.
• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and proof of insurance.
• Proven leadership success in team effectiveness, audience/revenue growth, and budget management.
• Proven ability to cultivate innovation, risk-taking, and leading change.
• Effective leader demonstrating passion and enthusiasm for the company's mission.
• Ability to prepare and monitor station budgets; maintain FCC compliance.
• Ability to organize, motivate, and supervise staff.
• Skilled in communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships.

Good to Have

• Generally 10+ years of experience in related field.
• Generally 5+ years of experience in a senior management position.

Perks & Benefits

• Thriving downtown district with world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions.
• Historic Old Market district with unique shops, galleries, and restaurants.
• Riverfront with beautiful views and recreational opportunities.
• Home to several Fortune 500 companies and a diverse, growing economy.
• Affordable cost of living.
• Excellent schools, numerous parks, and family-friendly neighborhoods.
• College World Series host city.
• Omaha Storm Chasers baseball team.
• Excellent museums, including Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium.
• Four distinct seasons and a strong sense of community.

Are you ready to lead one of the Midwest's most trusted news operations? KMTV, The E.W. Scripps CBS affiliate in Omaha, Nebraska, is seeking a dynamic Market Leader who will serve as a pivotal force in driving our local market operations and executing strategic media initiatives. Reporting directly to the Regional VP/GM, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of local journalism while leading a team dedicated to serving the Omaha community with excellence.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Work with RVP to develop, lead and implement the local media strategic plan, including the content & brand strategy, for assigned station.
• Provide station oversight and act as co-leader in generating ratings and revenue, including developing strategic plans and operational plans for the station's growth in multi-platform content delivery and revenue generation.
• Take lead in the development of and ensure responsible financial stewardship to the station operating and capital expense budgets in partnership with the Regional VP/GM.
• Serve as the leader and subject matter expert for one of the station's functional areas, while overseeing a team of department head leaders of other functional areas.
• Lead and collaborate with leadership team during department head meetings.
• Lead a culture consistent with Scripps values, with a commitment to developing employees at all levels.
• Responsible for all aspects of financial statements and ensuring station compliance with Scripps policies.
• Enforce all FCC, EEO, SOX and other appropriate rules and regulations.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience required
• Generally 10+ years of experience in related field preferred
• Generally 5+ years of experience in a senior management position preferred
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Track record of proven leadership success in team effectiveness, audience or revenue growth, and budget management required
• Proven ability to cultivate innovation, risk-taking and leading change
• Is an effective leader that demonstrates passion and enthusiasm for the company's mission
• Proven ability to prepare and monitor station budgets; maintain compliance with FCC rules and regulations
• Ability to organize, motivate and supervise staff
• Skilled in communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• Can establish cooperative working relationships both internally and externally

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:

Omaha, Nebraska offers the perfect blend of big-city amenities and Midwestern charm. As the largest city in Nebraska, Omaha boasts a thriving downtown district with world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. The historic Old Market district features cobblestone streets lined with unique shops, galleries, and restaurants, while the riverfront provides beautiful views and recreational opportunities along the Missouri River.

The city is home to several Fortune 500 companies and has a diverse, growing economy. Omaha's cost of living remains affordable compared to other major metropolitan areas, making it an attractive place to build both your career and your life. The community takes pride in its excellent schools, numerous parks, and family-friendly neighborhoods.

Sports fans will love cheering on the College World Series, which calls Omaha home every June, along with the Omaha Storm Chasers baseball team. The city also offers excellent museums, including the renowned Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, consistently ranked among the world's best zoos. With four distinct seasons and a strong sense of community, Omaha provides an exceptional quality of life for professionals and families alike.

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