KERA is looking for a talented, detail-oriented administrative professional to help support the work of our People & Culture and Belonging teams. For our growing organization, we seek an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates flexibility and understanding, and genuinely wants to contribute to creating a culture of belonging at KERA.

WHO WE ARE:

KERA reaches more than 2 million people weekly through KERA TV, KERA News, KXT and Art&Seek. For more than 60 years, North Texans have turned to KERA as a destination for trusted educational programming and initiatives, community engagement and lifelong learning.

As we seek to recognize and reflect the increasing diversity among our audiences, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and with diverse perspectives to consider employment opportunities at KERA.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE:

The People & Culture Administrative Assistant will provide general Human Resources (HR) and administrative support, which will allow for much-needed flexibility, engagement and responsiveness for our growing organization.

This position is classified as FLSA non-exempt, which is eligible for overtime, and will report directly to the Director of Talent Recruitment and Retention.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Provide generalist support for the human resources function at KERA
• Assist with hiring and onboarding new team members by: putting up external job postings, downloading resumes, updating the Applicant Tracking system, tracking recruitment efforts for EEO reporting, coordinating with IT (as requested), scheduling interviews, writing offer letters, ordering business cards, making new hire gift bags
• Provide general assistance with HR data requests for grants and reporting purposes such as total employee headcount, demographics, etc.
• Pull information for monthly all staff meetings
• Assist with maintaining of non-Insperity provided benefits such as: Alight, In-Touch and Milliman
• Provide general office support by: ordering office supplies, maintaining and ordering new hire gift bag inventory, receiving onsite deliveries, general errands, assisting with mailings, filing, maintain lists and subscriptions and creating reports
• Support internal/external meetings by: arranging preparations for in-person and virtual events and meetings including working with IT for technology and A/V setup, ordering, picking up and managing delivery of catering and other supplies, assisting with physical or virtual room setup, organizing and preparing materials and handouts, breakdown and clean-up and supporting hybrid meetings
• Support KERA’s Belonging Team by: ordering and distributing employee gift cards, managing subscriptions, assisting with preparations for in-person and virtual events and activities including technology and A/V requests; ordering, pickup and managing delivery of catering and other supplies; developing presentations; assisting with physical or virtual room setup, breakdown and clean-up; and supporting hybrid meetings
• Managing invoices, expense reports, and other financial administrative needs in coordination with Finance, for the People & Culture and Belonging Team
• Be an active participant in KERA’s work towards equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.
• Work in a manner that is consistent with KERA’s mission, vision and values; and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Comply with KERA’s COVID policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

This list of job duties is not exhaustive and is subject to regular reviews and updates.

WHO YOU ARE:

We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences and passions. If you do not meet every position qualification but have some of these skills and feel you could be the right candidate for the job, we would like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself.

• Someone who has work experience in an office setting, as a personal/executive assistant, or equivalent
• Proficient in the use of digital media tools in both virtual and face-to-face environments
• A desire to help create, implement and support equitable and inclusive internal systems
• Demonstrated excellent writing and communication skills
• Quick learner who is able to solve problems, multi-task and meet deadlines
• High level of flexibility to balance multiple priorities and respond to last-minute requests
• Able to interact and communicate diplomatically with internal and external stakeholders
• Tactful and discreet with regards to confidential information
• Valid Texas Driver’s License and insurance required for assignments/activities that may involve work outside the office and/or operating the company vehicle

BONUS IF YOU BRING:

• Specific experience as a HR generalist or HR professional, or general interest in learning more about the HR field
• Passion for and experience in public broadcasting and/or non-profit management

SALARY RANGE

$43,000-$48,000, depending on experience

BENEFITS

• Generous vacation (3 weeks), sick (8 days), personal time (2 days) and holidays (10)
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
• KERA-paid short and long-term disability, basic life insurance and AD&D insurance
• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work environment
• 403b plan with KERA-match after 1 year
• Culture intentionally focused on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
• Robust employee assistance program available to the employee and all members of their household

LOCATION:

We expect that this position will work out of our Dallas office at least 75% of the time.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Complete the application on KERA’s employment page
• Please include a cover letter indicating why you’re excited about joining the KERA team

KERA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

KERA believes that diversity is important to our success. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Complete the application on KERA’s employment page
• Please include a cover letter indicating why you’re excited about joining the KERA team