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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