Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

Sinclair is looking for a dynamic HR Generalist who will be responsible for direct support and guidance in various functional areas of human resources for WWMT-TV with the potential to operate as a business partner/support for additional Stations. Positive attitude, effective communication, follow-through, and attention to detail are must-have attributes for this position. This is a full-time, five-day, in-office position based in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
We're hard-working, we're award-winning, and we believe in the value of each and every member of our team. While no day will be exactly the same, you'll be involved in a variety of HR functions, including but not limited to:
• Collaborate in a team-based environment; providing excellent, friendly and responsive customer service to employees and managers.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of our people, our work and our culture.
• Ensure compliance with employment regulations, including FMLA, FLSA, ADAA, and EEO.
• Interpret and apply company policies and procedures and collective bargaining agreement terms.
• Coordinate onboarding/offboarding process, present information and materials, and ensure all tasks are complete within the appropriate systems.
• Support the recruitment process, i.e., post jobs, prepare offer letters, etc. Ensure compliance with FCC/EEO regulations in all aspects of recruitment and hiring.
• Support the benefits administration process by maintaining working knowledge of the company's benefit plans, assist in the Open Enrollment process including employee education and communication, and audit as needed.
• Respond to unemployment claims, workers compensation claims, and employment verifications.
• Maintain confidential, electronic HR records for all employees.
• Assist in planning and coordinating team trainings, morale events, and activities.
• Perform other related duties and HR initiatives as required and assigned.
• Maintain a working knowledge and understanding of multiple HR related systems, including Oracle Cloud HRIS.
• Coaching and advising management on issues such as employee performance and development, addressing employee concerns, and disciplinary actions.
• Address and resolve employee relations matters including assisting in investigating complaints.
• Administer leaves of absence according to company policy, federal, state and local laws.

Required Experience/Education:
• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related program of study.
• 4 + years of HR generalist experience or a blend of experience and education.
• Broadcast or related media and labor relations experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel is expected.
• Previous HRIS experience required, Oracle HRIS experience is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exhibit a high degree of confidentiality and proper judgement under pressure and in sensitive situations.
• A positive attitude and high level of commitment to execution of job duties.
• Organizational and time management skills with expert attention to detail.
• Independent judgment to plan, organize, and prioritize workload.
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Sinclair
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-ne6qo3-216-73-216-65-42 in your application.