The SM/ED is responsible for establishing and executing major goals and objectives for the organization. With a problem solving and solutions focus, the SM/ED:

~implements policies established by the board of directors of the First Alberta Campus Radio Association;
~provides leadership, direction and guidance of organization’s activities;
~manages the smooth day-to-day operation of the Association and analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of all organization operations;
~develops and maintains organizational structure and effective personnel
~coordinates major activities through staff and volunteers and appraises assigned personnel
~ represents the organization to regulatory bodies, other agencies, community and campus organizations, donors, funders and supporters, and the general public
~ensures that the operations of the organization satisfy the mission of CJSR, which is to enlighten and entertain the audience through high quality and diverse programming that constantly challenges the status quo while fostering a positive learning, volunteering and working environment.