The Human Resources Generalist provides support in all areas of HR services including recruiting, benefits, employee relations, leadership development, training programs, employment branding and other areas as needed. This role actively partners with the Human Resources team in serving team members and leadership, often serving as the first point of contact for HR related questions or concerns. In addition, this position plays an active role in K-LOVE’s onboarding process.

In addition, a VALUES FIT is top priority. Do our values align with yours?  Mission, Beliefs & Values. If so, please read on.

This role will be at our new Franklin, TN Headquarters

Here’s just some of what you will be doing daily…

• Serve as the primary administrative resource for the HR team, including, but not limited to: development of correspondence for both confidential and non-confidential matters regarding recruiting processes; managing and preparing unemployment documents and claims; and ensuring accurate documentation and compliance throughout the process.
• Maintain and update Team Member records in the HRIS system, including new hires, terminations, compensation adjustments, and changes to the Team Member status.
• Coordinate and host New Hire onboarding and New Hire orientations; perform related administrative tasks, set-up, and coordination for leadership development and training programs.
• Ensure the organization of employee files; maintain confidential records and documentation for Team Members that may include employee records, I-9 documents, and other related employment documentation.
• Process unemployment claims and employment verifications.
• Partner with payroll to submit Team Member vacation cash out requests, retro-pay amounts, bonus payments (i.e., relocation, sign on, or discretionary bonus amounts).
• Maintain list of active Team Members on the Ministry Driver’s Insurance policy. Notifying vendor of Team Member changes.
• Provide outstanding customer service. Act as the first point of contact for HR related questions or concerns – redirecting staff and elevating issues as appropriate. Clearly and positively communicate solutions with exceptional follow through. Effectively and efficiently route and answer questions within scope of knowledge and authority.
• Help ensure legal compliance within leave practices; maintain appropriate regulatory and legal compliance programs.
• Support the HR team as needed to process State disability claims, EEO reporting, annual Open Enrollment, and other related projects.
• Assist in the design, project management, and implementation of HR sponsored workplace events and training in partnership with the HR team.
• Partner with the Senior HR Ministry Partner on exit paperwork and interviews.

We are looking for a very specific skill set. If you can say yes to each of these requirements, then we want to meet you!

• Bachelor’s degree, or combination of education/training with relevant experience.
• PHR and/or SHRM-CP an added plus
• Minimum 1 year of HR experience, preferably with ADP and HRIS systems.
• Proven project management skills, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building genuine business/ministry relationships.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ministry-focused, with a sense of urgency and exceptional follow-through.
• Adaptable and positive, maintaining productivity amid change.
• Professional representation of ministry and team members, ensuring confidentiality.
• Collaborative team player with a strong customer service orientation, able to work independently.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• High initiative with strong problem-solving abilities.

Why work for Educational Media Foundation, K-LOVE/Air1?

Educational Media Foundation (EMF) is a nonprofit, multi-platform media company on a mission to draw people closer to Christ. Founded in 1982 in Santa Rosa, CA, with a singular radio station, EMF today owns and operates the nation's two largest Christian music radio networks (K-LOVE and Air1) with over 1,000 broadcast signals across all 50 states, streaming audio reaching around the world, and a growing family of media ministries including podcasts, books, films, concerts, and events. EMF employs nearly 500 team members between its offices in Nashville, TN, Rocklin, CA, and field locations around the country. You can view our mission and values here Mission, Beliefs & Values. 

What can we offer you?

• Industry leading Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Short/long term disability and life insurance
• Robust 401K with company match
• Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay
• Generous PTO, holiday and sick pay
• Unique company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts, movie premieres, media industry events, and more
• Leadership and Career Development Programs including free access to LinkedIn Learning platform

“As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMF makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and the promotion of equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class, characteristic or status.  However, EMF is also a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Company’s mission of encouraging our audiences “to have a meaningful relationship with Christ.” Therefore, pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), EMF has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Company’s Statement of Faith.  Also, as a religious non-profit organization, the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act.”