HR Coordinator

Detroit Public TV (DPTV) is Michigan’s largest and most watched television station serving Southeastern Michigan and serves the most diverse public television audience in the country. DPTV is also the state’s only community-licensed station, meaning it operates independent of any educational, government or other institution. Its funding comes from the community it serves.

Each week more than two million people watch our four broadcast channels, and nearly 200,000 people listen to our radio station, WRCJ 90.9 FM for classical days and jazzy nights. In addition, DPTV is building the next generation of public media with our rapidly growing digital presence which has grown to reach more than half a million unique visitors through our website, YouTube channels, and social media platforms each month.

Our core values: excellence, innovation, trust, diversity, engagement, and financial sustainability are evident in everything we do. From the engaging content we provide, to the way we work with viewers, supporters, board members and employees, to the local events we host, DPTV connects with thousands of our fellow community members each year.

The Opportunity

We are actively pursuing a dynamic and diverse team member to join us in the role of Human Resources Coordinator. The station’s offices are in Wixom, MI.

The Human Resources Coordinator will participate in the coordination of Human Resources initiatives including recruiting, retention, benefits administration, and employee relations.

Does the idea of joining our team of dedicated professionals with different backgrounds and experiences excite you? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to educate, engage, entertain, and inspire through the power of public media.

For more information about DPTV, please visit the website www.dptv.org .

Essential Functions
Oversee all station recruiting activities, including: collaborating with hiring managers, advertising job vacancies, sourcing and screening candidates, communicating with candidates, administer all associated paperwork, and coordinate onboarding of new employees
Oversee intern programs for all departments to ensure a productive learning environment that provides value to both the individual and the organization; network with local colleges and universities, and attend job fairs
Oversee benefit program administration and leave administration
Maintain required compliance measures and reporting
Maintain various HR metrics and other reporting
Maintain employment records and associated files
Coordinate events including the company picnic and holiday party
Other duties as assigned
Skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to convey a positive and professional image to applicants, employees, and the general public
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality in all matters
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resour