Supports daily HR operations, including benefits administration, recruiting, onboarding, employee records, compliance, employee programs, and employee and manager support. Coordinates recruiting events and company travel, maintains HRIS data and confidential records, assists with training and engagement initiatives, and serves as a reliable HR contact in a fast-paced environment.
Human Resources Generalist
Fort Myers Broadcasting Company is looking for a versatile HR Generalist to support our growing team. This position will handle day-to-day HR operations, serve as a reliable point of contact for employees and managers, support the HR Team, and help align people practices with company goals. The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Core Responsibilities
The physical requirements described below represent the physical demands necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
WINK News is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.
*Please no phone calls or emails regarding this position.
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Fort Myers Broadcasting Company is looking for a versatile HR Generalist to support our growing team. This position will handle day-to-day HR operations, serve as a reliable point of contact for employees and managers, support the HR Team, and help align people practices with company goals. The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Core Responsibilities
- Benefits: Administer employee benefits, assist with open enrollment, maintain vendor relationships, and educate employees on benefit programs and questions.
- Recruiting Events: Coordinate and participate in job fairs and other recruiting events while representing the Company professionally.
- Recruitment & Onboarding: Assist the HR team with job postings, screening resumes, coordinating interviews, new hire processes, and onboarding tasks.
- Travel: Coordinate and book Company travel arrangements.
- HR Records & Compliance: Maintain confidential employee records and HRIS information and support compliance with applicable employment laws and Company policies.
- Employee Programs: Assist with training, employee engagement, recognition programs, and other HR initiatives.
- HR Support: Provide day-to-day support to employees, managers, and the HR Team as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Other fields of study may be considered based on relevant experience and qualifications.
- 3–5 years of progressive Human Resources experience required, with experience in benefits, recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and other general HR functions.
- Equivalent relevant professional HR experience may be considered in lieu of the degree based on the candidate’s overall qualifications and demonstrated experience.
- Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
- Experience with HRIS/HRMS and ATS systems and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
The physical requirements described below represent the physical demands necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the workplace as needed.
- Ability to regularly use a computer, telephone, and standard office equipment.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials or supplies weighing up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to attend off-site meetings, job fairs, recruiting events, and Company events as needed. Overnight stays may be required.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
- Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA (effective 1st of the month after 30 days; subject to plan terms)
- Company-paid life insurance and EAP; voluntary short-term disability
- PTO (accrual-based) and company-paid holidays
- 401(k)
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
WINK News is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.
*Please no phone calls or emails regarding this position.
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