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HR Specialist

Job ID 10117364 Location Burbank, California, United States / New York, New York, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Apr. 02, 2025
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Job Summary:

Disney Entertainment Television tells stories that touch millions of people around the globe and creates new ways for us to connect the world. As a member of the Human Resources team, you’ll help set-up the DET business and our employees for success in an ever-changing, top-tier entertainment landscape.  You will play a pivotal role in supporting and driving HR-focused work for the ABC News, local ABC Owned Television Stations, and Disney Entertainment Television’s branded networks businesses.

The HR Specialist sits at the intersection of the HR Business Partner team and the business, and is in a unique position to help shape employee experiences. The HR Specialist provides advice to employees/clients on the appropriate interpretation and application of HR policies, processes and practices. They work with functional subject matter experts, team members, and leaders to help provide comprehensive support. They are also the main point of contact for client-related questions and business issues including, but not limited to, HR policies, processes, leaves of absence, corrective actions and staffing needs involving hiring approvals and position management. This role is expected to assess, prioritize and act on client requests, as needed, and communicate needs that require additional support to the appropriate resources. (e.g. Employee Relations, Compensation, Organization Management, Talent Acquisition, Global HR Operations).

The HR Specialist provides high-quality, timely and professional client service and follow-through to ensure appropriate action is taken.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain accurate client org charts, headcount and staff augmentation reports, where applicable.

  • Create reports and/or presentations that discuss the findings of a research effort or project – be able to tell stories through data, present information and show key findings to a variety of leaders, peers, clients and partners.

  • Assist in advising and conducting HR related-transactions e.g position management, variable labor management, proper routing, and management of job descriptions.

  • Proactively document, maintain, and organize area practices and protocols related to HR policy administration and standards.

  • Stay current on changes to HR policies and processes, and communicate changes to appropriate audiences.

  • Help support end-of-year processes, including but not limited to compensation planning, talent calibration, performance review and assist with respective reporting and data collection.

  • Assist in advising and providing guidance in the administration of HR-related projects, policies, procedures and best practices.

  • In partnership with HR Operations, support on-boarding and off-boarding activities. Partner with leaders and employees as-needed through each step, with special attention to sensitive situations (e.g. involuntary separation). Provide coaching to leaders to make sure they understand all the steps involved, ensuring a seamless experience for the business and the employees.

  • Provide information to leaders and HRBP’s in the development of talent solutions such as resources for career development and learning opportunities, or job descriptions for hiring.

  • Establish and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with HR functional partners and key stakeholders.

Required Qualifications & Skills 

  • 1+ years of experience in an HR or client service oriented role.

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business Management, Human Resources Management or related discipline or equivalent work experience. 

  • Extremely detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.

  • Demonstrate curiosity, business acumen and a desire to understand the ‘big picture’.

  • Solutions-oriented professional that enjoys thinking ‘outside the box’ in order to come up with the best solution to meet client and business needs.

  • Strong, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information in a clear and courteous manner appropriate for the audience.

  • Relationship focused, with approachable style and ability to establish rapport with employees and key partners at all levels and in various locations across the U.S.

  • Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to handle multiple competing priorities, while delivering on high quality results and follow through.

  • Resourceful in navigating various company policies and processes, in order to ensure a comprehensive response to a client need, or inquiry.

  • Proven ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly ambiguous environment.

  • Adaptable in navigating through change.

  • Strongly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Workday, SAP, other HR systems, and the Internet.

  • Ability to navigate effectively and efficiently in Excel reports, comparing data, creating pivot tables and share summary customized to specific audiences.

  • Ability to balance the needs of multiple HRBPs and client groups.


The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $58,700 to $78,600 per year and in New York, NY is $61,500 to $82,300 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

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