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Human Resources Director

Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc
Chicago, IL
$120K-$150K a year
Full-time

The Human Resources Director is responsible for providing overall strategic and operational human resources leadership for multiple Nexstar work locations.

The HR Director will drive key human resources initiatives in all functional areas such as performance management, organizational development, employee relations, succession planning and policy design / interpretation.

Reporting to the VP of Human Resources, the HR Director will support an employee population of approximately 1,800 union / non-union employees.

This is a challenging and exciting opportunity to join a diverse and talented team, and to partner with the business units of Nexstar, a leader in the broadcasting industry.

We're looking for a dynamic human resource professional skilled at leading an organization through change and providing support in a fast-paced environment.

As the HR leader, the Director will function at the highest level of responsibility and will use their HR expertise to coordinate with the business and develop an agenda that supports the Nexstar business strategy.

Responsibilities

  • Drive strategic HR-related planning, organizational design, integration, manager coaching, employee development, compliance and performance management for represented and non-represented workforce.
  • Interpret and implement HR policies, practices and procedures for managers, teams and individual employees to further the mission, values and strategic vision of the company.
  • Partner with Labor & Employment Counsel to resolve employee relations matters and labor relations-' issues, and to provide coaching to department leaders in such cases.
  • Work with leaders and employees to establish and maintain a positive work environment, which encourages the full inclusion of diverse talents and abilities.
  • Inspire and foster the professional growth and development of all employees within the organization.
  • Manage human resources workflows and strategic business projects.
  • Identify training needs and design training plans for the business.

Job Knowledge & Skills

Bachelor's degree in human resources, industrial relations, business administration or a related field, or an

equivalent amount of experience required; advanced degree in HR management or business administration preferred.

  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience in leadership positions.
  • Ability to create relationships with client management team and be collaborative.
  • Ability to communicate and champion HR and company processes utilizing formal presentation skills.
  • Experience in a union environment.
  • Ability to research, summarize, form conclusions and articulate recommendations.
  • Excellent organization, facilitation and creative problem-solving skills are also required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of applicable State and Federal employment laws and general

business practices.

  • Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
  • Previous experience in television or entertainment industry a plus.

Salary is competitive in the market and based on experience level. The range in New York is $120,000 to $150,000.

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