Occupation information for Human Resources Specialists District Of Columbia

description

Recruit, screen, interview, or place individuals within an organization. May perform other activities in multiple human resources areas.

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details

Currently Employed: 8,430

Projected Annual Job Openings: 830

Typical Hourly Wage: $35.57 - $63.33

Typical Annual Salary: $73,990 - $131,730

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
  • Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
  • Administer employee benefit plans.
  • Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • Schedule or administer skill, intelligence, psychological, or drug tests for current or prospective employees.
  • Prepare or maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software.
  • Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
  • Conduct reference or background checks on job applicants.
  • Inform job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, or promotion opportunities.
  • Review employment applications and job orders to match applicants with job requirements.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Desktop calculator
  • Desktop computers
  • Digital video disk players or recorders
  • Digital voice recorders
  • Inkjet printers

Technology:
  • Analytical or scientific software
  • Business intelligence and data analysis software
  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Enterprise resource planning ERP software
  • Human resources software