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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Director of Human Resources

Department

University Television-0912

Requisition Number

S_260000

Posting Open Date

01 / 06 / 2026

Application Review Date : (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

01 / 20 / 2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Description of Work

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Human Resources provides leadership and strategic management for all human resources functions at Nebraska Public Media. The role leads workforce planning, talent development, organizational communication, and compliance management while fostering a culture of collaboration, engagement, and excellence. The Director champions initiatives that enhance professional growth, communication effectiveness, and employee well-being, ensuring HR strategies align with Nebraska Public Media's mission and values. This position supervises HR staff and serves as a key advisor to senior leadership, including the General Manager & CEO.

Nebraska Public Media offers a full spectrum of communications services to the citizens of Nebraska, the nation and the world. Some of these services include a nine-station, statewide noncommercial public television network affiliated with PBS; a nine-station, statewide noncommercial public radio network affiliated with NPR; a cutting-edge Digital Media Group; and state-of-the-art audio, video and multimedia production capability delivered via broadcast, satellite, cable, Internet and broadband delivery channels.

As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and / or political affiliation. See

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resource management or related field plus five (5) years of progressive human resources experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute for required education / experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Knowledge of employment laws and human resources principles.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. They will have the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with high ethical standards.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

No

Physical Required

No

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes

Posted Salary

$75,000 / year minimum

How to Apply

Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

humanresources@nebraskapublicmedia.org

Job Category (old)

Managerial / Professional

Job Type

Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date : Appointment End Date