About KZUM

Sunrise Communications ( KZUM) makes every effort to employ individuals in staff and volunteer positions who are the most qualified and capable of serving directly or indirectly for our listeners. We also provide resources and opportunities to strengthen and advance diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility throughout the organization while cultivating a volunteer base that draws from the full diversity of our community.

As an employer, Sunrise Communications has a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination, dictating that any allegations are taken seriously and handled confidentially.

Diversity in the context of the Sunrise Communication organization, includes individuals who belong to communities of color, such as Black and African American, Hispanic and Latino, Native American, Alaska Native and Indigenous, Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, and North African persons. It also includes individuals who belong to communities that face discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, gender non-conforming, and non-binary ( LGBTQ+) persons as well as persons who face discrimination based on pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, parents and caregivers. It also includes individuals who belong to communities that face discrimination based on their religion or disability, individuals with limited English proficiency, immigrants, individuals who belong to communities that may face employment barriers based on older age or former incarceration, persons who live in rural areas, veterans and persons otherwise adversely affected by discrimination or inequality. We recognize that individuals may belong to more than one underserved community and face intersecting barriers.

Inclusion in the context of the Sunrise Communications organization means the recognition, appreciation and use of talents and skills of staff and volunteers of all backgrounds. KZUM is committed to fostering a safe environment free of bullying and harassment of any kind. It includes building an environment where employee, volunteer and programmer differences are valued, all are empowered and all are encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives and capabilities.

Accessibility in the context of the Sunrise Communication organization means the design, construction, development and maintenance of facilities, information and communication technology, programs and services so that all people, including persons with disabilities, can fully and independently use them. Accessibility includes the provision of accommodations and modifications to ensure equal access to staff, volunteer and programmer participation in activities for persons with disabilities, the reduction or elimination of physical and attitudinal barriers to equitable opportunities, a commitment to ensuring that persons with disabilities can independently access every outward-facing and internal activity or electronic space and the pursuit of best practices such as universal design.

Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of employment and volunteer relationships, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, training, working conditions, compensation and benefits. As a community radio station, KZUM ensures its employees, programmers, volunteers, listeners, and other stakeholders are treated with dignity and respect.