Human Resources Business Administrator

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.