Human Resource Managers
(NOC 0112)
in All ManagementHuman resources managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of human resources and personnel departments. They develop and implement policies, programs and procedures for human resource planning, recruitment, collective bargaining, training and development, job classification and pay and benefit administration. They represent management and participate actively on various joint committees to maintain ongoing relations between management and employees. Human resources managers work throughout the private and public sectors.
Job Outlook
Average
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Compared to: All Management
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “average”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is comparable to the average for all occupations in Nova Scotia. This is a fairly large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities occur fairly regularly. The number employed in this occupation is expected to grow slightly over the next few years, which should provide some additional opportunities for employment. With a moderate percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to contribute somewhat to employment opportunities over the coming years. Human Resources Managers most commonly work full-time hours.
The median employment income for 79% of Human Resources Managers who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $77,052. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
$28.85
Minimum$42.05
Median$57.44
MaximumAnnual Pay
$34,911
Minimum$75,080
Median$123,600
MaximumCompared to: All Management
Hourly Pay
$16.70
Minimum$45.17
Median$58.17
MaximumAnnual Pay
$10,632
Minimum$55,002
Median$124,014
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Human resources managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of human resources and personnel departments. They develop and implement policies, programs and procedures for human resource planning, recruitment, collective bargaining, training and development, job classification and pay and benefit administration. They represent management and participate actively on various joint committees to maintain ongoing relations between management and employees. Human resources managers work throughout the private and public sectors.
Job duties
Human resource managers:
- Manage human resources or personnel departments.
- Plan human resource requirements with other departmental managers.
- Coordinate training and recruitment activities.
- Develop and implement labour relations policies and procedures and negotiate collective agreements.
- Administer employee development, language training and health and safety programs.
- Advise and help other department managers interpret and administer personnel policies and programs.
- Oversee the classification and rating of jobs.
- Organize and run employee information meetings on employment policy, benefits and compensation and participate actively on various joint committees.
- Direct the organization's quality management program.
- Make sure activities comply with legislation like the Pay Equity Act.
Sample job titles
- employer-employee relations manager
- human resources administrator
- human resources manager
- industrial relations manager
- occupational health and safety manager
- pay and benefits manager
- personnel services manager
- personnel traning and development manager
- recruiting manager
- staff relations manager
Skills
You need to be organized and able to meet deadlines. You must be analytical, flexible, attentive to detail, and able to make decisions. You need good written and spoken communication skills, and you must be able to establish working relationships with a variety of people.
Job requirements
- A bachelor's degree in a field related to personnel management like business administration, industrial relations, commerce or psychology or a professional development program in personnel administration is necessary.
- Several years of experience as a personnel officer or human resource specialist are needed.
- Some employers may require human resources managers to hold a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation.
Other considerations
Many companies are now contracting with outside firms to provide professional services so the number of people who work on a contract basis may increase in the future. Movement to senior management positions is possible with experience. Other joint committees led by human resources managers may focus on issues like alcohol or drug addiction.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Management
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
Annapolis Valley
North Shore
Southern
Cape Breton
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Public administration
Professional, scientific and technical services
Manufacturing
Educational services
Retail trade
What is the age of Employment?
35-44
45-54
55-64
25-34
65+
15-24
Compared to: All Management
45-54
35-44
55-64
25-34
65+
Top levels of education
Bachelor
$76,150 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$68,811 median annual incomeHigh school
$62,211 median annual incomeMaster
$91,714 median annual incomeDiploma Below Bachelor
$90,607 median annual incomeCompared to: All Management
Bachelor
$71,875 median annual incomeHigh school
$42,294 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$50,256 median annual incomeMaster
$93,261 median annual incomeApprenticeship
$44,396 median annual incomeEducation & training
Business Administration and Management
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs prepare students to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. They include courses in management theory, human resources management and behaviour, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.
Institutions providing this program
Lower Sackville, NS
Halifax, NS
Wolfville, NS
Sydney, NS
Truro, NS
Stellarton, NS
Port Hawkesbury, NS
Business/Commerce
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs focus on the general study of business, including the processes of interchanging goods and services (buying, selling and producing), business organization, and accounting as used in profit-making and non-profit public and private institutions and agencies. They prepare students to apply business principles and techniques in various occupational settings.
Institutions providing this program
Human Resources Management and Services
College or University ProgramThese programs prepare students to manage the development of human capital in organizations, and to provide related services to individuals and groups. They include courses in personnel and organization policy, human resource dynamics and flows, labour relations, sex roles, civil rights, human resources laws and regulations, motivation and compensation systems, work systems, career management, employee testing and assessment, recruitment and selection, managing employee and job training programs, and the management of human resources programs and operations.
Institutions providing this program
Halifax, NS
Sydney, NS
Wolfville, NS
Sydney, NS
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
College or University ProgramThese programs focus on the dynamic social relations between and among majority and minority groups and different minority groups, and ways to promote mutual tolerance, inter-group cooperation, and the leadership and management of diverse groups and diversity issues in family, educational, recreational, and work settings. They include courses in ethnic and cultural studies, group psychology, sociology, anthropology, conflict resolution, human services and resources, and applications to various functional environments.
Institutions providing this program
Labour and Industrial Relations
College or University ProgramThese programs focus on employee-management interactions and the management of issues and disputes regarding working conditions and worker benefit packages, and that prepares individuals to function as labour or personnel relations specialists. They include courses in labour history, policies and strategies of the labour movement, union organization, labour-management negotiation, labour law and contract interpretation, labour economics, welfare and benefit packages, grievance procedures, and labour policy studies.
Institutions providing this program
Organizational Leadership
College or University ProgramThese programs focus on leadership skills that can be applied to a business, government, non-profit, or educational setting. They include courses in organizational planning, dynamics of leadership, finance, team building, conflict resolution and mediation, communication and other management skills.
Institutions providing this program
Psychology
College or University ProgramThese programs focus on the scientific study of individual and collective behaviour, the physical and environmental bases of behaviour, and the analysis and treatment of behaviour problems and disorders. They include courses in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods, and psychological assessment and testing methods.
Institutions providing this program
Wolfville, NS
Sydney, NS
Employment requirements & contacts
Regulations
Professional Designation: Professional designation exists and shows that the holder has met the standards for the job. Employers may require professional designation, but professional designation is not necessary to do this work.
Contacts
Additional resources
There are no additional resources for this occupation.