Public Access Director

The City of Biddeford is seeking an energetic, creative, and community-minded professional to lead and revitalize our Public Access Television program. This is a unique full-time opportunity to reimagine and grow a community resource with tremendous potential. We're looking for a self-starter who combines strong technical and media production skills with a passion for community engagement. The successful candidate will build relationships with residents, schools, organizations, and local leaders while expanding awareness and participation in public, educational, and governmental (PEG) access programming. As Public Access Director, you will report to the Communications Manager and oversee the operation of Biddeford's public access channel, coordinate coverage of municipal meetings, support community-produced programming, train volunteers and content creators, and help tell the stories that matter most to our residents. Whether you're producing content, teaching others how to create it, or developing new partnerships throughout the community, you'll play a key role in connecting Biddeford residents with local government, organizations, and each other. If you're excited by the opportunity to build something meaningful, strengthen community connections, and bring fresh ideas to a growing program, we'd love to hear from you! Responsibilities Coordinate the broadcast of televised meetings of the City Council and other City Committees, Boards and Commissions; Plan and execute policies and procedures and train any interested individuals to produce television programs; Collaborate with the Communications Division and other City staff on the production of informational videos for residents; Develop and implement outreach programs to local groups and educational institutions; Develop a local network to promote PEG access opportunities available to the community; Prepare annual budget for the Public Access Center and manage purchasing and general maintenance of equipment necessary to operate the channel; Coordinate maintenance of the PEG facility; Coordinate programming schedule; Supervise volunteers as required; Provide assistance to franchise authority in matters related to cable contract; and Keep informed of trends, issues, events and developments within the PEG Access field through peer contacts, conference attendance, etc. Minimum Qualifications Evening flexibility at least two nights a month. Bachelor's degree in Communications, Media Production, Broadcasting, Public Relations, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in video production, broadcasting, public access television, cable television, digital media, or a related field. Demonstrated experience operating and troubleshooting video, broadcast, streaming, and computer equipment. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, schedules, and priorities. Ability to communicate effectively and establish positive working relationships with residents, volunteers, community organizations, elected officials, and City staff. Ability to recruit, train, and support volunteers and community members. Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally as needed. Commitment to the City of Biddeford's values of diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in Communications, Media, Broadcasting, or a related field. Experience managing a public, educational, and governmental (PEG) access station or similar community media organization. Knowledge of local, state, and federal telecommunications regulations and policies affecting cable access programming. Experience developing community outreach initiatives and building partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and civic organizations. Experience preparing and managing budgets. Experience with volunteer recruitment, training, and supervision. Familiarity with municipal government operations and public meeting broadcasting requirements. Knowledge of the Biddeford community and its organizations.

Timeline:

We will be collecting resumes until June 18, 2026 with a plan to have a rolling interview process starting on June 15, 2026.

Salary:

$67,000.00-$70,000.00/ annually

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid bereavement leave Paid parental leave Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Remote work opportunities Retirement plans w/ employer match Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Biddeford's mission is to cultivate and sustain a diverse, inclusive, equitable, welcoming, and belonging-based workplace where employees actively practice solidarity for the greater good of the work environment and employee experience. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City of Biddeford shall employ, develop, and work to maintain the best qualified person(s) available without discrimination to: age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, dimensions of gender, disability, citizenship, veterans' status, ancestry, national origin, and/or political affiliation or any other status protected by law. Equitable access to services and employment is available and those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for this application and/or the interview process should notify the Deputy Director of HR.

Pay:

$67,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person