Idea Transcript
Updated 2017
Summary Report for: 11-3121.00 - Human Resources Managers Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.
Sample of reported job titles: Director of Human Resources, Employee Benefits Manager, Employee Relations Manager, Human Resources Director (HR Director), Human Resources Manager (HR Manager), Human Resources Vice President View report:
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Tasks | Technology Skills | Tools Used | Knowledge | Skills | Abilities | Work Activities | Detailed Work Activities | Work Context | Job Zone | Education | Credentials | Interests | Work Styles | Work Values | Related Occupations | Wages & Employment | Job Openings | Additional Information
Tasks 5 of 23 displayed
Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems. Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements. Advise managers on organizational policy matters, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes. Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administering disciplinary procedures. Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives. back to top
Technology Skills 5 of 21 displayed Show 5 tools used
Accounting software — AccountantsWorld Payroll Relief; Intuit QuickBooks
; New World Systems Logos.NET; Sage 50 Accounting
Document management software — Atlas Business Solutions Staff Files; Microsoft Office SharePoint Server MOSS; PDF readers; WinOcular Enterprise resource planning ERP software
— Deltek Vision; Oracle PeopleSoft
Human resources software — ADP Workforce Now
; SAP
; Tyler Technologies MUNIS
; Human resource management software HRMS
; UniFocus Watson Human Resources Manager; WhizLabs
Time accounting software — ADP ezLaborManager; Kronos Workforce Timekeeper; Soft Trac Microix Timesheet; Stromberg Enterprise Hot Technology — a technology requirement frequently included in employer job postings. back to top
Knowledge 5 of 8 displayed
Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems. Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process. back to top
Skills 5 of 20 displayed
Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job. Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively. Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. back to top
Abilities 5 of 15 displayed
Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. back to top
Work Activities 5 of 31 displayed
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. back to top
Detailed Work Activities 5 of 25 displayed
Negotiate labor disputes. Liaise between departments or other groups to improve function or communication. Administer compensation or benefits programs. Analyze data to inform operational decisions or activities. Advise others on legal or regulatory compliance matters. back to top
Work Context 5 of 22 displayed
Electronic Mail — 100% responded “Every day.” Telephone — 95% responded “Every day.” Face-to-Face Discussions — 86% responded “Every day.” Duration of Typical Work Week — 82% responded “More than 40 hours.” Freedom to Make Decisions — 64% responded “A lot of freedom.” back to top
Job Zone Title Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed Education Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. Related Experience A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified. Job Training Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training. Job Zone Examples Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include accountants, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, chemists, art directors, and cost estimators. SVP Range (7.0 to < 8.0) back to top
Education Percentage of Respondents Education Level Required 68
Bachelor's degree
18
Master's degree
9
Post-baccalaureate certificate
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Interests All 3 displayed
Interest code: ESC Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business. Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others. Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow. back to top
Work Styles 5 of 16 displayed
Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical. Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. back to top
Work Values All 3 displayed
Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service. Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status. Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions. back to top
Related Occupations 5 of 10 displayed
11-3111.00 Compensation and Benefits Managers 11-3131.00 Training and Development Managers Bright Outlook 11-9151.00 Social and Community Service Managers 13-1071.00 Human Resources Specialists 13-1151.00 Training and Development Specialists Green back to top
Wages & Employment Trends Median wages (2016) $51.40 hourly, $106,910 annual State wages Employment (2016) 136,000 employees Projected growth (2016-2026)
Average (5% to 9%)
Projected job openings (2016-2026) 12,400 State trends Top industries (2016) Management of Companies and Enterprises Manufacturing Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016 wage data openings due to growth and replacement.
and 2016-2026 employment projections
. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent
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Job Openings on the Web
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Sources of Additional Information All 1 displayed
Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement. Occupational Outlook Handbook: Human resources managers back to top