WDAF-TV/Fox4 in Kansas City is seeking a highly organized and discreet Human Resources Business Administrator to join our team. This role is a vital, trusted partner, acting as a liaison between station leadership, corporate teams, and our valued employees. Reporting directly to the Vice President & General Manager (VP/GM), you'll be instrumental in managing critical HR functions and overall business operations.
As the Human Resources Business Administrator, you will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including:
Human Resources & Employee Relations:
Maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel and HR files.Administer all aspects of employment processes, including benefits, onboarding/orientation, leave management, and payroll.Ensure EEO compliance and prepare relevant reports.Manage worker's compensation and auto insurance claims.Assist management with effective and consistent performance management.Foster effective employee communication across the station.Organize and direct station employee events.Employee and Labor Relations:Respond to union information requests.Provide assistance and advice to managers and supervisors on contract interpretation and administration (union contracts and personnel policies).Participate in Collective Bargaining Agreement meetings.Manage compliance and grievance processing for both represented and non-represented staff.Represent management in employee disputes and grievance proceedings.Mediate and negotiate resolution of complaints with employee representatives.Business Administration & Operations:
Plan, direct, coordinate, or liaise with various administrative services.Manage records and information systems.Handle all aspects of reports and accounts payable.Distribute monthly financial reports.Liaise effectively with Senior Leadership and Corporate staff.Manage all employee, vendor, and trade contracts.Oversee the station fleet and employee gas cards.Attend and contribute to weekly department head meetings.Manage facilities planning and maintenance.Purchase and stock station supplies.Assist in the planning, forecasting, administering, and controlling of budgets.Perform other duties as assigned by the VP/GM.Qualifications:
Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree is preferred, plus 3-5 years of experience in Human Resources, Business Administrator, or Office Manager capacity is preferred.Interpersonal Skills:Exceptional interpersonal savvy, relating well with all people.Ability to build rapport and effective relationships, using diplomacy and tact.High level of confidentiality is crucial, with access to critical private information.Approachability; easy to talk to and a good listener.Problem-Solving & Decision-Making:Enjoys working hard and is action oriented.Uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems, seeking input from various sources.Makes sound decisions based on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.Organizational Skills:Excellent planning and organizational abilities; prioritizes and plans work activities effectively.Manages time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.Leadership & Coaching: Confident and assertive when providing coaching, guidance, or direction to others.About WDAF-TV/Fox4:
WDAF-TV/Fox4 is a leading television station in Kansas City, committed to serving our community with quality news and entertainment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions make a real difference.