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  1. Occupations
  2. Human Resources Managers

Human Resources Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.

SOC: 11-3121.00

Common Job Titles

  • Employee Relations Manager
  • HR Administration Director (Human Resources Administration Director)
  • Human Resources Director (HR Director)
  • Human Resources Manager (HR Manager)

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Human Resources Managers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

215,520

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $83,790. 25th percentile: U.S. $105,590. 50th percentile: U.S. $140,030. 75th percentile: U.S. $189,960. 90th percentile: U.S. $239,200. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$83,790
10% of workers earn the following or more$239,200+
Workers on average earn$160,480

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Personnel and Human Resources4.9/5
  • Administration and Management4.6/5
  • English Language4.2/5
  • Law and Government4.1/5
  • Education and Training4.0/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Facebook
  • IBM SPSS Statistics
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Kronos Workforce Timekeeper
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Word
  • Oracle PeopleSoft
  • SAP software
  • Workday software

Technology Skills

  • AASoftTech Web Organization Chart
  • ADP Enterprise HR
  • ADP HR/Benefits Solution
  • ADP HR/Profile
  • ADP Pay eXpert
  • ADP Workforce Now
  • ADP ezLaborManager
  • AccountantsWorld Payroll Relief
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Audio recording equipment
  • Desktop computers
  • Notebook computers
  • Personal computers
  • Scanners

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Human Resources Specialists 13-1071.00
  • Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping 43-4161.00
  • Management Analysts 13-1111.00
  • Training and Development Managers 11-3131.00
  • Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists 13-1141.00

Moderately Similar

  • Industrial-Organizational Psychologists 19-3032.00
  • Labor Relations Specialists 13-1075.00
  • Compensation and Benefits Managers 11-3111.00
  • Social and Community Service Managers 11-9151.00
  • Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers 13-1041.03

Related

  • First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers 43-1011.00
  • Project Management Specialists 13-1082.00
  • Administrative Services Managers 11-3012.00
  • Chief Executives 11-1011.00
  • Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs 43-4061.00
  • Training and Development Specialists 13-1151.00
  • Compliance Managers 11-9199.02
  • Medical and Health Services Managers 11-9111.00
  • Public Relations Managers 11-2032.00
  • Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks 43-3051.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificateLeadershipIssuer: Florence-Darlington Technical College
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in Human Resource ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in Business ExchangeIssuer: Troy University
  • Doctoral DegreeDoctor of Philosophy in Global LeadershipIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in Human Resource ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Business AdministrationIssuer: Troy University
  • CertificateBusiness Office AccountingIssuer: Paris Junior College
  • CertificateEntrepreneurshipIssuer: Paris Junior College