Required Experience:
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Management, Communications, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
7+ years of progressive leadership experience (or senior leadership experience) with increasing scope of responsibility; nonprofit/community-based experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience working with and reporting to a Board of Directors.
Proven ability in strategic planning, financial management, and organizational leadership.
Experience with facility management, including vendor oversight and capital improvements.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Experience in the broadcast news media space via television, radio, or streaming.
Familiarity with audiovisual equipment, broadcast servers, or media technology.
WORK AUTHORIZATION & PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Pre-employment screening: Any offers of employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of lawful, job-related pre-employment checks required by CMC.
PHYSICAL / TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to travel locally across the Cape towns served.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to meetings, partner sites, and community events (with or without reasonable accommodation).
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as community events and programming require.
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Duties / Expectations:
Chief Executive Officer
Cape Cod Community Television
17 Shad Hole Road, Dennis Port, MA 02639
$120,000 - $145,000 a year - Full-time
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Pay
$120,000 - $145,000 a year
Job type
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Weekends as needed
Evenings as needed
Location
Estimated commute
Job address
17 Shad Hole Road, Dennis Port, MA 02639
Benefits
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Health insurance
Dental insurance
Relocation assistance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid holidays
Full job description
Description:
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt (salaried)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
START DATE: Mid-April 2026 preferred. Relocation assistance available.
LOCATION: Office in Dennis Port, MA with local travel across the Cape towns served.
COMPENSATION: $120,000–$145,000 salary range, commensurate with experience.
BENEFITS
80% employer-paid health & dental insurance
Company-paid disability and life insurance
120 hours (3 weeks) vacation annually, based on employee anniversary
40 hours (5 days) sick time annually
12 paid holidays
3% employer retirement match
Relocation / Moving Stipend if applicable ($5,000)
All benefits reflect current policy structure and are subject to periodic review and updates.
ABOUT CAPE MEDIA CENTER
Mission Statement : Building Community Through Media
Cape Media Center (CMC) is a nonprofit community media center and the public access TV station serving Barnstable, Yarmouth, Dennis, Harwich, and Chatham. Our mission is to build community through media, enhance democratic communication, and facilitate free expression by providing our towns with a state-of-the-art media resource center.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Chief Executive Officer provides visionary leadership and cultivates a culture of teamwork, innovation, and excellence. This role requires a highly motivated and collaborative leader who is passionate about public service and the mission of CMC.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer drives meaningful community engagement, organizational sustainability, digital innovation, facility oversight, and operational excellence.
The Chief Executive Officer exercises authority consistent with Board-approved policy, budget, bylaws, and delegated authority, and partners closely with the Board to set strategy and measure outcomes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Administration
Maintain financial oversight of operations and ensure cost-effective budgets and purchasing procedures.
Provide the Board of Directors with timely monthly operational, financial, and progress reports.
Prepare annual operating and capital budgets, including 3- and 5-year projections.
Implement Board-approved policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
Maintain working knowledge of PEG channels and allocation processes.
Human Resources
Provide leadership, supervision, and mentorship to staff.
Implement personnel policies established by the Board.
Oversee staff training, development, and performance evaluation.
Lead recruitment, selection, performance management, and (when necessary) separation processes in accordance with Board-approved policy, budget, bylaws, and delegated authority.
Make hiring and termination recommendations and decisions consistent with established governance and delegated authority.
Operations & Planning
Advance the mission through strategic alignment of staff responsibilities and community needs.
Oversee development and enforcement of member policies and procedures.
Lead long-range planning in collaboration with the Board of Directors.
Establish measurable organizational goals and outcomes.
Outreach & Community Engagement
Strengthen awareness of CMC through outreach programs, partnerships, and community relationships.
Secure alternative funding sources such as grants, sponsorships, and annual appeals.
Maintain strong relationships with local nonprofits, municipalities, community organizations, and the public.
Maintain direct communication with media users and community members to provide support and guidance.
Facility Management
Oversee all aspects of facility operations, including building maintenance, repairs, safety, and vendor coordination.
Manage capital planning for the facility, including upgrades, equipment needs, and long-term infrastructure improvements.
Ensure the media center remains a safe, welcoming, functional environment for staff, members, and the public.
Coordinate with contractors, service providers, and construction partners for facility projects.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & ACCOMMODATIONS
Cape Media Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
CMC provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees. If you need an accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please let us know.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please submit résumé and cover letter
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