Occupation Details
Human Resources Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.
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Interests
Social
Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
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.
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.
Work Values
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.
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.
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.
Salary & Job Outlook
Starting Salary
$107,870.00
New York StateMedian Salary
$168,440.00
New York StateExperienced Salary
$227,790.00
New York StateNational Average for Comparison
New York State Job Market Outlook
Jobs Right Now (2018)
10,970
professionals in NYFuture Job Growth (2030)
13,180
+221 jobs/yearNew Jobs Every Year
1,175
new opportunities yearlyGrowth Rate
0.2%
projected increasePreparation: Experience, Training, and Education
The list below outlines the prior educational experience required to perform in this occupation.
Degree Needed - Four-year college
Experience Requirements
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.
Education Requirements
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Training Details
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Transferrable Skills and Experience
Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, conservation scientists, art directors, and cost estimators.
School Programs
The following lists school programs which are applicable to this occupation.
Licensing & Certification
State License and Certifications Requirements are not currently associated with this occupation.
Skills
The list below includes the skills required by workers in this occupation; skills are what allow you to learn more quickly and improve your performance.
Management of Personnel Resources
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Skill level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Knowledge
The list below includes knowledge items, the principles and facts required by this occupation.
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.
Law and Government
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
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.
Knowledge level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Work Environment
The list below includes the physical and social factors that influence the nature of work in this occupation.
Hover over or tap each factor to see its description.
Work Styles
Included in the list below are the personal work style characteristics that can affect how well a worker is likely to perform in this occupation.
Adaptability/Flexibility
Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
Concern for Others
Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
Leadership
Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
Self-Control
Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Stress Tolerance
Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
Tools & Technology
This list below describes the machines, equipment, tools, software, and information technology that workers in this occupation will use.
Tools
- Audio recording equipment
- Desktop computers
- Notebook computers
- Personal computers
Technology
- AASoftTech Web Organization Chart
- ADP HR/Profile
- ADP Pay eXpert
- ADP Workforce Now
- ADP ezLaborManager
- AccountantsWorld Payroll Relief
- Arrow Electronics N/Compass
- Atlas Business Solutions Staff Files
- Authoria Adviser
- Automation Centre Personnel Tracker
- Ceridian Dayforce enterprise HCM
- Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
- Data Management TimeClock Plus
- Defense Travel System
- Deltek Vision
- Exact Software Macola ES Labor Performance
Duties
Duties are job behaviors describing activities that occur on multiple jobs. The generalized and detailed work activities described in the list below apply to this occupation.
- develop wage systems for workers
- develop staff policies
- implement employee bargaining agreements
- implement employee compensation plans
- implement employee benefit plans
- direct and coordinate human resource programs
- fill out insurance forms
- develop records management system
- prepare or maintain employee records
- maintain file of job openings
- prepare reports for management
- develop budgets
- manage contracts
- monitor operational budget
- compile numerical or statistical data
- categorize occupational, educational, or employment information
- compile information on findings from investigation of accidents
- communicate technical information
- oversee execution of organizational or program policies
- coordinate employee continuing education programs
- confer with other departmental heads to coordinate activities
- direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff
- analyze operational or management reports or records
- analyze data to identify personnel problems
- analyze budgets
- analyze organizational operating practices or procedures
- forecast departmental personnel requirements
- write employee orientation or training materials
- identify training needs
- develop training programs
- conduct training for personnel
- participate in staff training programs
- develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards
- explain rules, policies or regulations
- present information on human resource management issues
- develop job evaluation programs
- assign work to staff or employees
- establish employee performance standards
- evaluate performance of employees or contract personnel
- orient new employees
- evaluate personnel benefits policies
- inspect products or systems for regulatory compliance
- use interpersonal communication techniques
- use interviewing procedures
- maintain awareness of social trends
- use conflict resolution techniques
- use knowledge of employee classification system
- use negotiation techniques
- use project management techniques
- advise management or labor union officials on labor relation issues
- advise department managers in personnel matters
- recommend action to ensure compliance
- obtain information from individuals
- resolve worker or management conflicts
- execute employee bargaining agreements
- negotiate labor agreements
- resolve personnel problems or grievances
- assess staff or applicant skill levels
- interview job applicants
- recruit employees
- implement recruiting procedures
- develop staffing plan
- hire, discharge, transfer, or promote workers
- evaluate information from employment interviews
- maintain job descriptions
- recommend personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, and dismissals
- establish recruiting procedures
- seek out applicants to fill job openings
- conduct or attend staff meetings
- consult with managerial or supervisory personnel
Tasks
The list below outlines specific tasks that a worker in this occupation is called upon to do regularly.
- Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
- Advise managers on organizational policy matters, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes.
- Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
- Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administering disciplinary procedures.
- Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.
- Identify staff vacancies and recruit, interview, and select applicants.
- Negotiate bargaining agreements and help interpret labor contracts.
- Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations.
- Provide current and prospective employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, opportunities for promotion, and employee benefits.
- Prepare personnel forecast to project employment needs.
- Investigate and report on industrial accidents for insurance carriers.
- Administer compensation, benefits, and performance management systems, and safety and recreation programs.
- Analyze statistical data and reports to identify and determine causes of personnel problems and develop recommendations for improvement of organization's personnel policies and practices.
- Plan, organize, direct, control, or coordinate the personnel, training, or labor relations activities of an organization.
- Allocate human resources, ensuring appropriate matches between personnel.
- Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives.
- Oversee the evaluation, classification, and rating of occupations and job positions.
- Analyze training needs to design employee development, language training, and health and safety programs.
- Study legislation, arbitration decisions, and collective bargaining contracts to assess industry trends.
- Maintain records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, and absenteeism rates.
- Prepare and follow budgets for personnel operations.
- Conduct exit interviews to identify reasons for employee termination.
- Develop, administer, and evaluate applicant tests.
- Develop or administer special projects in areas such as pay equity, savings bond programs, day care, and employee awards.
- Contract with vendors to provide employee services, such as food service, transportation, or relocation service.
- Provide terminated employees with outplacement or relocation assistance.
Learning Resources
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