Generalist, Human Resources

Company Description

NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

Are you a warm, people centric HR generalist looking for that next step in your career?  If you are, read on!

KNBC4 KVEA52 local television station is looking for a smart HR Generalist to join the local HR team. You will work implementing processes and programs that advance our goal of retention and growth of the company’s most important asset our people.

As the HR Generalist you will lead and carry out responsibilities in one or more of the functional areas, such as employee relations, training, benefits, and other employee support. Yes, there is administrative work with this role, but you will be part of an HR team that is interested in looking at HR with a fresh perspective, so bring your creativity and HR strategy and let’s see what we can build!

This role reports to the HR Director, and works closely with VP of HR, West Coast

Essential Responsibilities

• Handles employment-related inquiries from employees and escalate to Human Resources Director as needed
• Ability to answer employee questions and or concerns regarding Human Resource policy, procedures, or employee handbook interpretations
• Assists Department Heads, Managers and/or Supervisors with employee inquiries, performance review process, coaching and other team concerns
• Assists with maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices
• Ensures HR Information and data systems is being maintained in a timely manner
• Partner with Talent Acquisition for recruiting, interviewing, and screening employee candidates
• Records data of all employee changes as needed within the required timeframe
• Reports, maintains, and monitors all accommodation requests and workers' compensation case files; follows-up on open cases
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines, and support corporate initiatives
• Operate ethically to protect the assets and image of the company
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as per business need

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of Human Resources experience, Media/news industry preferred
   

Desired Characteristics:

• Bilingual in Spanish a plus
• Experience with HRIS and SAP highly desirable
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
•  Collaborative work style and ability to work effectively across departments
•  Results oriented with ability to effectively manage projects and tight deadlines
•  Understands the needs of timely recruitment strategies
• Service oriented, collaborative approach with exceptional follow up and organization skills
• Must possess excellent oral, written, presentation and listing skills
• Proficient in Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, Sharepoint and PowerPoint)
• Must be able to maintain a schedule availability flexible to the business demands
• Ability to work in an ever-changing environment
• Must be passionate, entrepreneurial, and dedicated to success
   

Additional Requirements:

• This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $70,000 - $85,000