HR Business Partner
TEGNA - Houston, TX
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HR Business Partner TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. TEGNA is looking for a dynamic, business-minded HR Business Partner for a great opportunity supporting an innovative media company. You will support HR activities across stations within Texas, to include employee relations, talent management, performance management, and employee engagement. The HRBP must be results-oriented and partnership focused, with an approach that is responsive to and aligned with business strategies. You will be instrumental in facilitating an employee-oriented, high performance, diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Responsibilities Partner with leadership teams on organization and culture change, transformation initiatives, succession planning, etc. Provide guidance and coaching to managers and employees on employee advocacy/engagement, employee relations management, performance management, career development, talent assessment, acquisition and retention and workplace investigations as appropriate Champion diversity; drive and lead efforts to promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. Partner with the stations and TEGNA leadership to develop policies and programs to attract, retain and promote a diverse workforce. Work effectively with Human Resources, business colleagues and leadership team regarding recruitment, performance management, restructuring, coaching, training and special projects. Work collaboratively with Human Resources colleagues on special projects and initiatives and best practice sharing. Coordinate workers' compensation, legal issues and compensation claims React productively to change, effectively work at an operational level with multiple stakeholders, and act quickly and confidently under pressure. Understand and adhere to local, state and federal laws regarding employment, wage and hour, OSHA and related laws. Identify and analyze employee relations infractions and provide recommendations for resolutions. Provide excellent customer service in terms of responsiveness, time management and communication. Requirements Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Human Resources or related degree. Master's degree or HR certification is preferred. Minimum of 5 years of HR generalist/HRBP experience is required. A working knowledge of employment laws and multi-level recruitment experience. Proficient knowledge/ability with all Microsoft Office Applications Record of success advising managers on the full range of HR/people issues. Strong ER knowledge with a proven track record in navigating and resolving employee performance concerns, cultural misalignments, policy violations, and ethical infractions. Demonstrate professional presentation and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrated ability to quickly establish effective relationships, collaborate, lead and influence. Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and deliver results for multiple stakeholders Strong ethical standards and integrity. Moderate travel to support our other smaller market stations in Texas. Travel: Occasionally: 10-25% Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc. EEO statement : TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Recruiting Fraud Alert: To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains. Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.
Created: 2026-03-04