Nexstar
media
HumanResourcesDirector
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“Human Resources Director at Nexstar. Skills: Human Resources, Employee Relations, Organizational Development. Provide strategic HR leadership. Align people strategies with business objectives”
Industry & Context.
Creative problem-solving
Submit to background investigation, Authorized to work in the United States
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years progressive HR experience, Demonstrated leadership responsibility, Support managers in complex organizations, Research, summarize, form conclusions, Articulate recommendations, Knowledge of State and Federal employment laws, Knowledge of general business practices, Authorized to work in the United States
Nice to Have
Advanced degree in HR management, Experience in a union environment, Experience in television or entertainment industry
What You'll Do.
Provide strategic HR leadership
Align people strategies with business objectives
Drive strategic HR planning
Interpret HR policies
Implement HR policies
Ensure consistent application of HR policies
Resolve employee relations matters
Resolve labor relations issues
Identify training needs
Develop training plans
Deliver training plans
Manage regional HR operations
Manage cross-functional strategic projects
Ensure compliance with employment laws
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with business units; Coordinate with business; Serve as advisor to leaders; Serve as coach to leaders; Partner with Labor & Employment Counsel
Communication Scope
Formal presentation skills
Process & Methodology
Strategic planning
Full Job Description
The Human Resources Director provides overall strategic and operational human resources leadership for multiple Nexstar work locations. The HR Director will drive key initiatives across performance management, organizational development, employee and labor relations, succession planning, and policy design and interpretation. This is a highly visible role for a dynamic HR leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment and is skilled at leading through change. 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 media industry. As the HR leader, the Director will function at the highest level of responsibility and will use HR expertise to coordinate with the business and develop an approach that supports the Nexstar business strategy. This role can be based in Irving or any Nexstar market that operates a full-time newsroom producing local news coverage throughout the day (morning, midday, evening, and late broadcasts). **Responsibilities** * Provide strategic HR leadership across assigned Nexstar work locations, aligning people strategies with business objectives. * Drive strategic HR-related planning, coaching, employee development, compliance, and performance management for represented and non-represented workforce. * Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to senior leaders and management teams. * Interpret, implement, and ensure consistent application of 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, including investigations, corrective actions, and grievance resolutions. * Identify training needs and assist with the development and delivery of traini
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