WSHU - Traffic Associate

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s eight colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. 

Sacred Heart University is a contemporary Catholic university rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts that cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. SHU upholds a universal perspective, welcoming and valuing diverse faith traditions, including those from religious and nonreligious backgrounds. This catholicity, which is the basis of inclusivity, enriches dialogue, deepens understanding and strengthens our commitment to creating a more compassionate and just world.

The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges–2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools–2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu 
 
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Position Summary

WSHU is looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional to learn our broadcast traffic system, handle all aspects of client invoicing and reporting, and serve as a backup to our Traffic Manager. The ideal candidate should have some basic accounting experience. This is an in-person position.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Learn our on-air scheduling system—"Virtual Traffic”—thoroughly (training provided).
• Generate and send out all Underwriting invoices.
• Take payments (via phone, mail, etc.) and update VT with payment info.
• Produce updated aging reports and follow up on overdue payments.
• Provide reporting to the business office as needed.
• Coordinate on-air copy with select underwriters (seasonal clients and ad agencies).
• Handle all traffic functions when the Traffic Manager is not on site.
• Coordinate copy with select underwriters.
• As needed, help the department keep track of digital asset deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Some accounts payable and receivable experience is required.
• Must be detail-oriented, conscientious, and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with traffic is a plus.
• Familiarity with public radio is a plus.
• Good interpersonal and written communication skills.

This job posting provides an overview of the role's general nature and expected tasks. It is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all duties performed. The university reserves the right to modify or reassign job responsibilities at any time. This posting description does not constitute an employment contract, either explicit or implied.