WRAT/WJRZ-FM EEO PUBLIC FILE REPORT
Stations covered by this report: WRAT; Point Pleasant, NJ WJRZ-FM; Manahawkin, NJ
EEO Contact Person: Jenn Alexander Regional Executive Assistant, WRAT, 1731 Main St. Lake Como, NJ 07719, 732-681-9591
Reporting Period: January 23, 2014– January 22, 2015
A. Full-time Vacancies Filled During Reporting Period
Title Station Date Filled Recruitment Source 1 Account Executive WRAT/WJRZ 8/25/14 Employee Referral 2 On-Air WRAT/WJRZ 9/9/14 WRAT Website
B. Recruitment/Referral Sources Used to Seek Candidates for Each Vacancy:
1. Account Executive- WRAT/WJRZ-FM Recruitment Source: Employee Referral
Interviewees Source* Contact Address Phone # Referred Internal Posting WRAT Office 1731 Main St. 732-681-9591 17 Manager Lake Como, NJ 07719 WRAT Website Sales Manager www.wrat.com 732-681-9591 8
WJRZ Website Sales Manager www.wjrz.com 732-681-9591 4
Posting at Affiliated Stations – WDHA/WMTR 55 Horsehill Rd. 973-538-1250 0 WMGQ/WCTC/ Office Manager Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927 WMTR/WDHA WMGQ/WCTC 78 Veronica Ave. 732-249-2600 Office Manager Somerset, NJ 08873 EEO Distribution List See attached n/a n/a New Jersey Broadcasters n/a www.njba.com 609-860-0111 0 Association 348 Applegate Rd., Monroe, NJ Greater Media Inc. Director of IT 35 Braintree Hill Office Park 781-348-8600 3 Corporate Website Braintree, MA 02184 www.greatermedia.com NYMRAD Deb Beagan New York Market Radio Assn. 646.254.4493 0 125 West 55th Street, 21st Floor New York, NY 10019 NJ Helpwanted.com NJHELPWANTED.COM 0 Brookdale Community Job Fair 2 College Job Fair Monmouth County Career Job Fair 1 Fair Employee Referral Sales Manager 1731 Main St. 732-681-9591 1* Lake Como, NJ 07719
*None of the recruitment sources requested notification of vacancies. **Interviewee was referred by an employee who saw the Internal Posting.
Stations WRAT(FM) and WJRZ-FM are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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2. On-Air- WRAT-FM Recruitment Source: WRAT Website
Interviewees Source Contact Address Phone # Referred Internal Posting WRAT Office 1731 Main St. 732-681-9591 0 Manager Lake Como, NJ 07719 WRAT Website Sales Manager www.wrat.com 732-681-9591 6 WJRZ Website Sales Manager www.wjrz.com 732-681-9591 0 Posting at Affiliated Stations – WDHA/WMTR 55 Horsehill Rd. 973-538-1250 0 WMGQ/WCTC/ Office Manager Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927 WMTR/WDHA WMGQ/WCTC 78 Veronica Ave. 732-249-2600 Office Manager Somerset, NJ 08873 EEO Distribution List See attached n/a n/a 0 New Jersey Broadcasters n/a www.njba.com 609-860-0111 0 Association 348 Applegate Rd., Monroe, NJ Greater Media Inc. Director of IT 35 Braintree Hill Office Park 781-348-8600 0 Corporate Website Braintree, MA 02184 www.greatermedia.com All Access.com Allaccess.com 310.457.6616 0 28955 Pacific Coast Highway Suite 210 Malibu, CA 90265
NYMRAD Deb Beagan New York Market Radio Assn. 646.254.4493 0 125 West 55th Street, 21st Floor New York, NY 10019 NJ Helpwanted.com NJHELPWANTED.COM 0
C. Total number of persons interviewed for all full-time vacancies filled during the recording period: 42
Stations WRAT(FM) and WJRZ-FM are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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WRAT/WJRZ-FM OUTREACH INITIATIVES
1. Participate in events or programs sponsored by educational institutions relating to career opportunities in broadcasting.
Career Fair at Stockton College, Pomona, NJ Date: 2/6/14
On 2/6/14, the WRAT/WJRZ RatPack/Cruise Crew attended the Stockton College Career Day in Pomona from 12Noon-4pm. Prospective employees and interns were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job/internship openings, including openings at the Employment Unit, and resumes were accepted. Questions regarding career opportunities in broadcasting and the application process were answered.
Career Fair at Stockton College, Pomona, NJ Date: 10/9/14
On 10/9/14, the RatPack/WJRZ Street Team attended the Stockton Career Fair at Stockton College Galloway Township. NJ from 10AM to 2PM. The RatPack/WJRZ Street Team set up a table promoting the stations. Prospective interns were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job/intern openings. Resumes were accepted and questions regarding career opportunities and the application process were answered.
2. Participate in job fairs with station personnel who have substantial responsibility and authority for hiring.
Middlesex County Workforce Development Job Fair, Somerset, NJ Date: 2/18/14
On 2/18/14, the Greater Media New Jersey Regional Human Resource Manager, who has substantial responsibility in the making of hiring decisions, attended the Middlesex County Workforce Development Job Fair at the Imperia in Somerset, NJ. Prospective employees and interns were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job openings, including job opportunities at the Employment Unit. Resumes were accepted and questions regarding career opportunities in broadcasting and the application process were answered.
NYMRAD International Radio and Television Society, Multicultural Career Workshop, NY, NY Date: 3/7/14
On 3/7/14 NJ Radio Group Regional Sales Manager attended the NYMRAD International Radio and Television Society, Multicultural Career Workshop. The event was held at the AMA Center, 1601 Broadway NYC, NY. The event was attended by a diverse group of students and recent college graduates seeking careers in broadcasting. Resumes were accepted and questions regarding career opportunities in broadcasting and the application process were answered.
Monmouth County Spring Job Fair, Lincroft, NJ Date: 4/4/14
On 4/4/14 the RatPack/WJRZ Street Team attended the Monmouth County Spring Job Fair 10am-1pm at Brookdale Community College in Lincroft, NJ. The RatPack/WJRZ Street Team set up a table promoting the stations. Prospective employees and interns were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job/intern openings. Resumes were accepted and questions regarding career opportunities and the application process were answered by the General Sales Manager of the stations.
Stations WRAT(FM) and WJRZ-FM are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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Eastern Monmouth Chamber Event, Long Branch, NJ Date: 4/30/14
On 4/30/14 the RatPack/WJRZ Street Team attended the Eastern Monmouth Chamber Event from 4:30PM-7PM at Branches in Long Branch. The RatPack/WJRZ Street Team set up a table promoting the stations. Prospective employees and interns were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job/intern openings. Resumes were accepted and questions regarding career opportunities and the application process were answered by the General Sales Manager of the stations.
3. Participate in events sponsored by organizations representing community groups interested in broadcast employment issues, including conventions, career days, workshops, and similar activities.
Southern Ocean Chamber Business to Business Expo, Manahawkin, NJ Date: 2/22/14
On 2/22/14, the RatPack/WJRZ Street Team attended the Southern Ocean Chamber Business to Business Expo at St. Mary’s Parish Center in Manahawkin, NJ from 5 to 8pm. The RatPack/WJRZ Street Team set up a table promoting the stations. Prospective employees and interns were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job/intern openings and questions regarding career opportunities in broadcasting and the application process were answered.
A Business Network Event, Forked River, NJ Date: 3/20/14
On 3/20/14, The WJRZ Street Team and Matt Knight in the Morning attended “A Business Network Event” Free Open House at Axis Builders Showroom, in Forked River, NJ. A table was set-up promoting the stations and career opportunities at the stations.
Five Chambers of Commerce Networking Extravaganza, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ Date: 4/30/14
On 4/30/14, the RatPack/WJRZ Street Team attended the Eastern Monmouth Chamber Expo at Branches in Long Branch, NJ from 5pm-7:30pm. Attendees were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job/intern openings and information about Greater Media NJ. Prospective employees and interns were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job/internship openings, including openings at the Employment Unit, and resumes were accepted. Questions regarding career opportunities in broadcasting and the application process were answered.
Greater Ocean Township Business Expo, Neptune, NJ Date: 5/14/14
On 5/14/14, the Rat Pack/WJRZ Street Team attended the Greater Ocean Township Business Expo at Jumping Brook Golf Club in Neptune, NJ from 5pm-7:30pm. The RatPack/WJRZ Street Team set up a table promoting the stations. Prospective employees and interns were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job/intern openings and questions regarding career opportunities in broadcasting and the application process were answered.
Jersey Shore Chamber Expo, Spring Lake, NJ Date: 6/2/14
On 6/2/14 the RatPack/WJRZ Street Team attended the Jersey Shore Chamber Expo at Doolans Shore Club, Spring Lake, NJ 4:30pm-7:30pm. The RatPack/WJRZ Street Team set up a table promoting the stations. Attendees were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job/intern openings and information about Greater Media NJ.
Stations WRAT(FM) and WJRZ-FM are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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Toms River Chamber Mixer Event, Toms River, NJ Date: 6/5/14
On 6/5/14, The RatPack/WJRZ Street Team attended the Toms River Chamber Mixer Event at Jersey Coast Appliance, Toms River from 5PM-7PM. The RatPack/WJRZ Street Team set up a table promoting the stations. Prospective employees and interns were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job/intern openings and questions regarding career opportunities in broadcasting and the application process were answered.
Five Chamber Business to Business Expo, Point Pleasant, NJ Date: 11/12/14
On 11/12/14, the RatPack/WJRZ Street Team and Local Sales Manager attended the Five Chamber Business to Business Expo at Martell's Tiki Bar in Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ from 5 to 7:30pm. The RatPack/WJRZ Street Team set up a table promoting the stations. Prospective employees and interns were provided with information regarding available Greater Media NJ job/intern openings. Resumes were accepted and questions regarding career opportunities and the application process were answered by the Local Sales Manager.
4. Establish an internship program designed to train local students and community members in the skills and experience needed to procure employment in the broadcast field.
WRAT/WJRZ-FM Internship Program Date: Ongoing (1/23/14 – 1/22/15)
WRAT/WJRZ-FM runs an ongoing internship program that is advertised on the station websites and through notifications and internship fairs with local colleges.
Internships are offered in Promotions with opportunities to explore other departments such as On-Air, Production, and Sales. Students are required to commit at least one office day per week and, for promotions interns, one day on the weekend to attend events. All internships stress hands-on involvement with the relevant departments.
During the reporting period the following colleges have had or currently have interns at WRAT/WJRZ- FM: Monmouth University, Rutgers University, Excelsior College, Tulane University, Georgian Court University, Towson University, Brookdale Community College, Salisbury University, James Madison University, Manhattenville, Lenoir-Rhyne University, Syracuse University, and Montclair State.
Approximately 21 interns worked with the stations during the reporting period.
WRAT/WJRZ-FM Internship Orientation Date: 6/10/14 and 7/8/14
The Promotions Department held an internship seminar to go over the practices and policies of the station employment unit. At this mandatory meeting, interns discussed scheduling, including office hours and meet times, internship responsibilities, and event procedures and rules. The station employment unit also discussed the usage of station equipment including tents, vans, sound systems, and all other fragile and important electronics. Contest and appearance execution were also explained.
5. Provide training to management level personnel as to methods of ensuring equal employment opportunity and preventing discrimination
Stations WRAT(FM) and WJRZ-FM are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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Sexual Harassment Training Date: 6/9/14 On June 9, 2014 the Corporate Legal and Communication Department hosted a sexual harassment and legal update meeting for department managers, station managers, office managers and human resource managers. Topic discussed included preventing sexual harassment and other types of discrimination in the workplace, company policies and administrative issues. Informational material was distributed and employee questions were answered by the General Counsel and the Vice President of Corporate Communications.
Equal Opportunity Training Date: 4/30/14
On 4/30/14 The Greater Media HR Manager and regional office managers attended Equal Employment Opportunity Training presented by the Greater Media corporate legal department. EEO and public file reporting requirements were discussed.
6. Participate in other activities designed by the station employment unit reasonably calculated to further the goal of disseminating information on broadcasting employment opportunities to job candidates or future job candidates who might otherwise be unaware of such opportunities.
WRAT School/Community Tours Date: Ongoing (1/23/14 – 1/22/15)
WRAT Tours usually include a 30-minute overview of the various departments within the radio station, beginning at the transmitter tower. Inside, participants get a summary (and occasionally a demonstration) of the importance of the Production Department and then visit the on-air studio. WRAT hosted Tours on the following dates:
January 2014: 27,28 February 2014: 3,4,10,11,12,18,24,25 March 2014: 3,4,10,11,12,18,19,24,31 April 2014: 7 October; 6 November: 10, 17 December 1, 8, 15, 20
WJRZ-FM School/Community Tours Date: Ongoing (1/23/14 – 1/22/15)
WJRZ-FM Tours usually include a 30-minute overview of the various departments within the radio station, beginning at the transmitter tower. Inside, participants get a summary (and occasionally a demonstration) of the importance of the Production Department and then visit the on-air studio. WJRZ hosted Tours on the following dates:
February 2014: 5,13 March 2014: 12 April 2014: 1 Nov 2014: 1
Stations WRAT(FM) and WJRZ-FM are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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WRAT/WJRZ 2014-15 EEO Distribution List*± # Recruiting Agency Name Email Fax 1 Army Career and Alumni Program [email protected] 17325326124
2 ASPIRA Inc. of New Jersey [email protected] 19734840184
3 Atlantic County Women's Center [email protected] 16096460776
4 Bay Shore Learning Center [email protected] 17324954496
5 Centenary College [email protected] 19088132603
6 Connecticut School of Broadcasting [email protected] 18567550865
7 CSB School of Broadcasting [email protected] 12012887966
8 DeVry College of Technology [email protected] 17324354889
9 Douglass Cook Career Center [email protected] 17329321541
10 Hispanic Center for Community [email protected] 19736241377 Development Inc. 11 Kean College of NJ --- 19087375835
12 Livingston College Dean's Office [email protected] 17324452175
13 National Organization for Women [email protected] 16093938123
14 New Jersey Division of Vocational --- 16095183956 Rehabilitation 15 New Jersey Employment Services [email protected] 16097298455
16 Ocean County College [email protected] 17322550444
17 Ocean County One Stop Career [email protected] 17323495627 Center 18 Professional Services Group --- 17329374504
19 Raritan Valley College [email protected] 19085262965
20 Rider College [email protected] 16098955639
21 Rutgers University [email protected] 18562256511
22 Seton Hall University [email protected] 19737619009
23 State of New Jersey Division of [email protected] 16095619163 Employment Services Dept. of Labor 24 Stockton State College [email protected] 16097486003
25 The College of NJ [email protected] 16095301746
26 WRSU Rutgers - The State [email protected] 17329321768 University
*None of the listed organizations requested notice of vacancies. ±The Employment Unit distributes notice to the recruitment sources on this list variously by email and fax using the EEO 1 Source service provided to members of the New Jersey Broadcasters Association.
Stations WRAT(FM) and WJRZ-FM are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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