Human Resources Specialist Jobs in New York
Human Resources Specialist jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in financial services, healthcare, professional services, and media across New York City, Buffalo, and Albany. Major employers with established HR teams in the state include JPMorgan Chase, NYU Langone Health, and Verizon. Demand runs from entry-level HR coordinator roles through senior specialist positions, with the strongest need in talent acquisition, employee relations, and HR compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices. LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.JOB DESCRIPTION
FOX Television Stations is seeking a strategic, business-minded Senior Regional Director, Human Resources to serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the senior leadership team. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Human Resources, this leader will serve as the SVP’s primary partner in supporting FOX Television Stations’ Southeast and Mid-Atlantic station locations, as well as Corporate functions, including Sales, Legal, Finance and Public Relations.
This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for translating business priorities into effective people strategies across a complex, fast-paced, multi-location organization. The Senior Regional Director will lead a team of five direct reports and partner closely with HR Centers of Excellence and business leaders to strengthen organizational effectiveness, talent, engagement, culture and performance.
The ideal candidate brings strong executive presence, sound judgment, deep HR expertise and the ability to move seamlessly between strategic leadership and hands-on execution. This individual will be comfortable operating across diverse station environments, building trusted relationships with leaders and employees, and navigating change with clarity, discretion and pragmatism.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as a strategic HR advisor to senior leaders across FOX Television Stations’ Southeast and Mid-Atlantic markets, Sales organization and Corporate functions.
Act as the primary HR partner to the SVP, Human Resources, helping set regional priorities, anticipate organizational needs and drive consistent execution of the broader people strategy.
Lead, coach and develop a team of five HR professionals, establishing clear priorities, accountability and strong business partnership across the assigned portfolio.
Develop a deep understanding of station operations, revenue drivers, market dynamics and functional priorities in order to deliver practical, scalable HR solutions.
Partner with leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, talent reviews and leadership development.
Advise executives and managers on performance management, employee development, team effectiveness and organizational health.
Guide leaders through complex employee relations matters, investigations, conflict resolution and performance issues with sound judgment, consistency and confidentiality.
Support business transformation, organizational change, integrations and other strategic initiatives affecting station locations and corporate functions.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and Compensation on hiring strategies, workforce plans, internal mobility, competitive offers and retention priorities.
Drive employee engagement, culture and employee experience initiatives that support performance, collaboration and retention.
Partner with HR Operations, Benefits, Payroll, Legal, Learning & Development and other Centers of Excellence to ensure effective and consistent delivery of HR programs.
Use workforce data, people analytics and business insights to identify trends, inform decisions and recommend actions to senior leadership.
Promote consistent application of company policies, employment practices and applicable regulatory requirements across the region.
Build strong relationships with station leadership, Sales leaders and Corporate executives while maintaining credibility with managers and employees at all levels.
Represent FOX Television Stations and Human Resources in enterprise-wide initiatives, special projects and cross-functional leadership forums.
Travel regularly to assigned station locations and other business offices as needed.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
12 or more years of progressive Human Resources experience, including significant experience supporting geographically dispersed teams, business units or markets.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field; advanced degree or relevant HR certification is a plus.
Demonstrated success serving as a strategic HR partner to senior executives and operating leaders.
Experience leading and developing an HR team, preferably in a matrixed or multi-location organization.
Broad expertise across employee relations, talent management, organizational design, workforce planning, performance management and change leadership.
Strong business acumen and the ability to connect people strategies to operational, financial and organizational priorities.
Exceptional communication, influencing and relationship-building skills, with the ability to adapt effectively to executive, manager and employee audiences.
Executive presence, discretion and mature judgment when handling sensitive and complex matters.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to use data to identify trends and influence decisions.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with a hands-on, execution-oriented approach.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, operate with urgency and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in television, media, entertainment, broadcasting, sales, technology or another complex and evolving industry is preferred.
Willingness and ability to travel regularly across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE
Success will be measured by the Senior Regional Director’s ability to:
Build trusted partnerships with station, Sales and Corporate leaders.
Develop a high-performing, connected regional HR team.
Strengthen leadership capability, talent pipelines and organizational effectiveness.
Provide consistent, thoughtful and timely counsel on employee relations and people decisions.
Improve employee engagement, retention and the overall employee experience.
Ensure regional priorities are aligned with and advance FOX Television Stations’ broader business and people strategies.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $180,000.00-210,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.View more detail about FOX Benefits.
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What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in human resources specialist jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred or required by many New York employers
- Demonstrated experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or SAP SuccessFactors
- Knowledge of New York State labor law, paid leave requirements, and WARN Act compliance
- Experience conducting full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations investigations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for policy documentation and workforce advising
Human Resources Specialist Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a human resources specialist in New York?
Most human resources specialist roles in New York require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a closely related field, though some employers accept relevant work experience in lieu of a degree. New York does not issue a state license for HR specialists, but earning a nationally recognized credential such as the SHRM-CP or PHR through the HR Certification Institute significantly strengthens your candidacy with large New York employers and healthcare systems.
How much do human resources specialists make in New York?
Human resources specialists in New York earn a median of about $84,380 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $56,040 for the lowest 10% to over $149,990 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire human resources specialists in New York?
Employers hiring human resources specialists in New York right now include Highgate, Target, and NYS Unified Court System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's concentration of financial institutions, hospital networks, and media companies means HR specialist openings appear consistently across a wide range of industries and organization sizes.
Which New York cities have the most human resources specialist jobs?
New York, Brooklyn, and Buffalo have the most human resources specialist openings in New York. New York City dominates due to its density of corporate headquarters, financial firms, and major hospital systems, while Buffalo and Albany see steady demand driven by regional healthcare networks, state government agencies, and growing professional services sectors.
Are there remote human resources specialist jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 55% of human resources specialist openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves systems, documentation, and communication rather than on-site presence. Functions like talent acquisition, HR information systems management, and policy development are most commonly offered in fully remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a human resources specialist in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an HR coordinator or HR assistant role, which large New York employers such as hospital systems, financial services firms, and city agencies routinely post for candidates without prior HR experience. Completing the SHRM Student Membership program or an HRCI Professional Development Certificate gives candidates a concrete credential to reference. Many New York university medical centers and large professional services firms also offer structured internship rotations that convert to full-time specialist positions for strong performers.
Where can I find and apply to human resources specialist jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to human resources specialist jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience and location preferences.
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