HR Operations & Admin Specialist

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group is seeking a Human Resources Business Administrator to plan and coordinate admin services across the business unit. You will handle HR files, benefits administration, onboarding, payroll, and compliance tasks, reporting to the VP/GM.

This role requires discretion with private information and collaboration with senior leaders. The position involves budgeting headcount/expenses, vendor/contracts, fleet management, and weekly department meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, plus 3–5 years in Human Resources, Business Administrator, or Office Manager roles.
• Strong interpersonal and confidential handling are essential.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with benefits, onboarding, leave management, payroll, and HR processes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, coordinate or liaise administrative services of the business unit.
• Maintain HR files and personnel records; administer employment processes.
• Maintain EEO compliance reports; manage workers’ compensation and auto insurance claims.
• Prepare and submit monthly operational reports; handle accounts payable.
• Liaise with senior leadership and corporate staff; support budgeting related to headcount and expenses.
• Oversee fleet and employee gas cards; stock station supplies; participate in department meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal savvy

Confidentiality

Action oriented

Planning/organizing

Developing self & others

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Nexstar Media Group is seeking a Human Resources Business Administrator to plan and coordinate admin services across the business unit. You will handle HR files, benefits administration, onboarding, payroll, and compliance tasks, reporting to the VP/GM.

This role requires discretion with private information and collaboration with senior leaders. The position involves budgeting headcount/expenses, vendor/contracts, fleet management, and weekly department meetings.