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HR Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Does working with others energize you? Do you like helping people? If you consider yourself a “people person,” a job as a Human Resources Specialist might be ideal for you.

Human Resources Specialists are responsible for welcoming and onboarding new employees, as well as managing employee records and relations for their company. They’re vital members of the HR team, and touch virtually every employee with what they do. 

This position requires great people and communication skills and a knack for balancing multiple tasks and projects at once. Working as an HR Specialist and daily assisting employees can be very rewarding. 

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

  • Recruit and place workers
  • Help manage employee relations and related programs
  • Oversee employee performance reviews 
  • Help with employee compensation, benefits, and training
  • Keep up-to-date employee records

Education and Background

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in human resource management, business administration, or a related field.

Skills and Proficiencies

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Professional and courteous with a positive attitude
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Can work with minimal guidance and oversight
  • Expertise in customer service
  • Ability to multitask and organize in a fast-paced environment

Compensation

According to Payscale the median annual salary of an HR Specialist with

1 Year of Experience:

  • Orlando, Florida: $40,000
  • Tampa, Florida: $42,000
  • Jacksonville, Florida: $40,000
  • Miami, Florida: $46,000
  • Atlanta, Georgia: $48,000
  • Chicago, Illinois: $50,000
  • Houston, Texas: $50,000
  • Los Angeles, California: $56,000
  • New York City, New York: $52,000
  • Seattle, Washington: $50,000
  • Overall: $46,000

5 Years of Experience:

  • Orlando, Florida: $44,000
  • Tampa, Florida: $46,000
  • Jacksonville, Florida: $49,000
  • Miami, Florida: $55,000
  • Atlanta, Georgia: $55,000
  • Chicago, Illinois: $60,000
  • Houston, Texas: $55,000
  • Los Angeles, California: $68,000
  • New York City, New York: $70,000
  • Seattle, Washington: $57,000
  • Overall: $59,000

Similar Job Titles

  • HR Coordinator
  • HR Generalist
  • HR Administrator

Career Path

The career path for an HR Specialist starts with obtaining a bachelor’s degree in human resource management, business administration, or a related field. Also, achieving certification as a Professional in Human Resources can help lay the groundwork to advance in an HR career. 

Position Trends

According to SelectHub, the employee experience will become more central in the roles of human resources professionals; they will have to prioritize employee-centric culture and experience to recruit the best candidates. And while some automation and artificial intelligence (AI) may coexist with human resources jobs, they will serve as complementary technologies, helping HR Specialists do their jobs more efficiently. 

Job Outlook

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of Human Resources Specialists is projected to grow five percent through 2028. This growth rate is about average for job opportunities for all occupations. 

Typical Hours

The typical work hours for a Human Resources Specialist are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday in an office setting. 

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