The 2016-2017 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts an increase in the need for HR managers now through 2024. And as employees consider areas to develop their skills for better employment opportunities, a career in Human Resources in Denver's hiring boom looks promising with a high median income and lots of opportunity.
What defines a job in HR?
Jobs in Human Resources can range from general employee management, such as recruiting new hires, benefits management, training and development and more. An associate’s degree is the requirement for most entry level positions although the degree can be in finance, business administration, labor relations or even psychology with a focus on human relations. Senior positions can require a bachelor’s or even master’s degree either in Business Administration with HR Management focus, or with a Master’s Degree in HR Management.
Human resources can be the backbone of a successful company. They can truly make or break a company culture through hiring, training and policy administration. Overall, a job in HR may include:
- Recruiting new hires
- Onboarding new hires such as screening, interviewing, orientation and training
- Benefits management
- Payroll management
- Conflict management
- Ongoing Staff Training Management
- Stay abreast of HR Laws (Changes with Department of Labor, Harassment, etc.)
- Direct administration of policies and disciplinary actions
- Act as a consultant to management on HR issues
The ongoing role of an HR Manager
All businesses want successful employees. Recruiting, hiring, motivating and retaining quality employees is important to businesses who want to succeed. High turn-over rates, poor hiring practices, ineffective training programs and unsafe work conditions can all cause a business to fail, and many of these problems can be addressed with strong HR practices and a strong HR Manager at the helm. This is why a job in HR can be both fulfilling and economically beneficial.
HR Managers who serve in senior roles can become true Human Capital Managers, making them invaluable to the organization they work for. HCM, Human Capital Management, is defined as a set of practices surrounding acquisition, management and optimization of the workforce. The practices are designed to meet specific organizational goals through high level workforce competency and management.
Titles of jobs in HR
Some titles for HR jobs include:
- Human resources clerk
- HR Assistant
- Recruiter
- Trainer
- Training and Development Coordinator
- Payroll Specialist
- HR Generalist
- Employee Relations Manager
- HR information Systems
- Labor Relations Director
- Compensation Specialist
- Benefits Analyst
- Staffing Manager
- Administrative Services Manager
- Compensation and Benefits Manager
- Executive HR Manager
- Training and Development Manager
- And more.
If you are looking for a job in HR, AimHire is a Denver employment agency looking to pair enthusiastic and knowledgeable candidates with quality employers. Contact us today to learn more about how a staffing company can support your goals by pairing you with eager employers looking for top talent.
