Human Resources Generalist (Freelance/Temporary)

We’re seeking an experienced human resources professional who is a detail oriented multi-tasker, self-motivated, and highly employee focused. Our Human Resources Generalist will drive the implementation, administration, training, tracking and communication of all human resources policies and programs including performance management, talent management, employee relations and HR-related compliance. This position will work closely with all levels and various functions of the organization.

This role is a full-time freelance/temporary role based in our Santa Monica, CA office. We anticipate the assignment to last until early 2025.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform day to day HR support by responding to employee inquiries and resolving issues in an efficient and timely manner.


• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.


• Manage the performance review process.


• Review, track and send out reminders for employee training.


• Manage annual open enrollment benefits administration and employee leaves of absence.  


• Assist managers with the recruitment process.


• Lead the new hire onboarding process including conducting new hire orientations and ensuring required paperwork is compliant and complete.


• Handle administration of COVID-19 cases.


• Update HRIS database records and process paperwork for new hires, terminations and other status changes.


• Complete annual AVR survey and Santa Monica Emission Plan.


• Maintain organizational charts using Microsoft Visio.


• Participate in the planning for employee events.


• Handle various research projects and/or special projects.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field 


• At least seven years of progressively responsible human resources experience


• Two to three years' experience in a Human Resources Generalist role required


• CA Employee Transportation Coordinator certification and/or Transportation Coordinator experience a plus


• General knowledge of federal, multi-state and local employment laws and regulations


• Demonstrated human resources knowledge, skills and judgement


• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook


• Effective communication skills with strong use of the English language, writing fluency and accurate grammar usage.   


• High attention to detail


• Highly ethical, respectful and trustworthy 


• Have a love of learning, and a positive demeanor and approach to the work


• Previous experience in entertainment sports or broadcast media is a plus

About Tennis Channel

Tennis Channel is the media home to two twenty-four-hour television networks, a subscription streaming service, online magazine and podcasts dedicated to the sport and its unique lifestyle. The tennis-media hub is home to every aspect of the wide-ranging, worldwide tennis community. Tennis Channel is carried nationwide by every one of the top ten pay-TV service providers.

About Sinclair

Make your mark in Media with Sinclair Broadcast Group, a diversified media company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere! We have consistently led the broadcast industry since our inception, and now Sinclair owns the largest regional sports network business and one of the largest television broadcast portfolios in the country. Also, we have affiliations with all of the major broadcast networks, our own Tennis Channel, and several multicast networks including TBD and Comet. Our content is distributed over-the-air, on multi-video providers, and through our industry-leading digital media platforms. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of Media and want YOU to join our winning team!

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $30.00 to $35.00 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

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