POSITION AND CANDIDATE JOB DESCRIPTION

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1 POSITION AND CANDIDATE JOB DESCRIPTION PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Prepared by: Sally M. Sterling Amy McWethy August 8, 2018

2 THE OPPORTUNITY One of the leading public media organizations in the country, Twin Cities PBS (TPT) is launching a search for a new President and CEO to succeed Jim Pagliarini, who will be retiring after 21 years of distinguished service. TPT has highly talented and regarded teams who are passionate about the organization s work and mission; a strong track record of fiscal stability and significant investment in a newly renovated office; and a firm commitment to evolving the ways in which the organization reaches its audiences online, on-air and on-the-ground. As TPT seeks to expand the myriad ways in which the organization engages Minnesota communities, the new President and CEO will provide a solid bedrock of visionary leadership that builds on TPT s 60-year legacy, and will pave the way to a future of sustained opportunity that ensures TPT stays at the forefront of public media both locally and nationally. In the pursuit of this mission, this leader will stand at the helm of the 200-person organization to provide overarching general management to all of its endeavors and enterprises in the quest to continue programming excellence, lead the development of existing and emerging distribution platforms, spearhead robust fundraising and development initiatives, and maintain fiscally sound and thoughtfully led operations. TPT has a reputation as a strong and impactful organization and its next President and CEO will step in at a time when the budget is balanced, the collaborative staff is ready to push the organization to new heights, and the groundwork is laid for extraordinary, transformational change. ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW Twin Cities PBS s history may have deep roots in television, but many of its strategic priorities land squarely on cultivating opportunities to reach our state s diverse communities in new ways with the stories that matter most to them. TPT has served as Minnesota s storyteller for decades and today the organization reaches, informs, connects and engages with more people than ever before. Along with a boon of arts, culture, public affairs, history, long and short-form stories, TPT is also the preferred media partner to hundreds of local non-profit organizations that turn to TPT to help engage Minnesotans in a range of important issues. In addition to serving as an invaluable resource to local communities, TPT is also a leading producer of national transmedia programming and ranks among the most-viewed PBS stations in the country. In 1957, TPT s first educational show was broadcast to Twin Cities households and today, the organization continues that tradition with the nationally distributed SciGirls, a science, technology, engineering, and math franchise geared at inspiring girls to pursue their interest in science studies and careers. TPT also serves distinct audiences through two national online publishing hubs: Next Avenue, public media s only national journalism service for America s booming older population, and Rewire, a destination for young adults on the cusp of personal and professional change. 2 Page Sally M. Sterling Executive Search

3 Along the way, TPT has racked up an impressive collection of Peabody and Emmy awards, proving that great things come from a collective staff that shares a common mission of enriching lives and strengthening communities through the power of public media. Armed with a $30 million annual budget, TPT serves communities that place a high value on its non-profit organizations, and its dedication to reaching diverse audiences whose needs are not met in the world of commercial media drives fervent, multi-generational support. If achieving great things is an equation, then TPT s staff is its common denominator. To learn more about our people and programs, click here. To discover more about living in the Twin Cities, click here. Key Relationships Reports to: Direct reports: Board of Trustees Chief Operating Officer Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Business Administration Chief Information & Technology Officer Senior Vice President of Human Resources & Organizational Effectiveness General Counsel & Vice President of Legal Vice President of Digital Publishing Other key relationships: CEO Advisory Council Community Leaders TPT Partner Organizations Major Responsibilities Manage the ongoing transformation of TPT into a multi-media, multi-platform organization and guide the further development of the organizational structure to reflect the needs of this emerging transformation. The CEO will also make certain that TPT maintains its standards of producing high quality content for diverse audiences and its local communities. Lead and manage TPT in a manner consistent with the current and any future TPT Strategic Plan by providing thorough communication of business objectives and plans both within and, as appropriate, outside of the organization. The CEO will determine the formulation of policy, program priorities, and the utilization of resources in order to carry out the goals and objectives outlined in the plan for the long-term health and sustainability of TPT. Ensure that adequate plans for the continued development and growth of TPT are prepared and that all such plans are based on a careful appraisal of all programming, production, revenue generation, educational and technology activities. Lead the senior management team to ensure that sound managerial and financial disciplines are maintained. 3 Page Sally M. Sterling Executive Search

4 As TPT s primary ambassador assure that the development and fundraising efforts, which include individual memberships, underwriting, grants, major and planned giving, are sufficiently effective to cover the full scope of TPT s future operating and capital needs. Develop, implement, and execute strategic alliances and partnerships that will further strengthen and amplify TPT s position across Minnesota media, PBS, and other public media entities. Foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive organizational environment which stimulates open communication, creativity, imagination and engenders in solving problems and identifying and capturing new business opportunities. CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS Visionary Leadership The new CEO will further the organization s mission of supporting and executing the strategic plan and initiatives that are essential to TPT s goal of reaching and engaging more people and having a greater impact in communities. They will: Guide, build and lead the evolution of TPT in its ongoing service to its communities by engaging and involving current and future stakeholders in the further development and implementation of strategies that fulfill TPT s stated mission; Keep TPT on the forefront in their thinking as it relates to media convergence across its target audiences to enable TPT to take full advantage of an ever-evolving media environment and to leverage multiple platforms; and Champion the mission and values of TPT, while promoting and exemplifying our culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect. Business and Revenue Development The CEO will drive funding for ongoing programs and new initiatives as outlined in the 2020 strategy. They will: Lead revenue growth to increase funding through a combination of strategic partnerships, individual giving, new business initiatives and public and private funding sources; Practice sound business fundamentals and manage execution in collaboration with the senior leadership team; Have an appetite for measured risk taking as well as strength in guiding growth and innovation; and Manage a full P&L. 4 Page Sally M. Sterling Executive Search

5 Communication and Relationship Building Building on the legacy of the retiring CEO, the next CEO will guide TPT through a time of leadership transition, while respecting its historical organizational competencies and commitment to the highest level of excellence while also helping it thrive during its evolution. They will: Demonstrate a passion for public media and serve as the primary spokesperson, effectively articulating TPT s mission and its value to all relevant audiences; Use strong interpersonal and communication skills for the purpose of increasing TPT s funding, its influence in public broadcasting, its membership base and its overall good standing in Minnesota and the PBS system; Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization, its multi-content platforms and the communities TPT serves; Partner with a dedicated, committed and diverse 24 member Board of Trustees comprised of corporate, community and civic leaders; and Advocate for intelligent change, modeling flexibility and openness to experimentation without sacrificing a commitment to quality content, audience engagement, metrics, and outcomes. KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Ideal Experience This highly-visible position requires CEO or general management experience of a similarly sized or larger organization, including full P&L responsibility. The successful candidate also will have broad-gauged, mission-driven leadership experience achieved as a result of a successful track record in public and/or commercial broadcast media, or other relevant visionary leadership roles. A leader with previous experience or the ability to cultivate a network of donors/funders from which they can expand and strengthen partnerships and secure resources for the organization. A practical visionary with well-developed people management skills and experience employing good judgment, sound business disciplines, and strategic thinking while remaining attentive to the bottom line. Reporting to and/or serving on a Board. Managing an organization in which sensitivity to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where active community participation can thrive within the financial constraints of a non-profit organization is considered a plus. Knowledge and understanding of legislative and political trends affecting the media industry. 5 Page Sally M. Sterling Executive Search

6 Knowledge of and passion for how current and developing broadcast and digital media technologies are being deployed in order to deliver unique and compelling content to diverse communities. Other Characteristics Superior oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to sell ideas and concepts to various constituencies, internal and external to the organization. Strong presentation skills in both one-on-one executive briefings and large audience settings. A team player who can quickly establish himself/herself as the trusted leader of the team and be relied upon to get things done. An even-tempered, balanced and culturally competent professional who excels in forging close and productive working relationships with a diverse range of personality types, styles, perspectives and backgrounds. 6 Page Sally M. Sterling Executive Search