Human Resources Specialist

If you like recruiting and hiring employees, managing employee relations, and handling payroll and benefits this role is for you.

A Human Resources Specialist manages recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. They support workplace productivity and legal adherence, using HR software to streamline processes and improve employee satisfaction.

Skills you’ll need: Data Entry, Microsoft Word, Employee Onboarding, Innovation, Research, Auditing, Teamwork, Employee Engagement

$60,032 median salary552,557 jobs available¹

Human Resources Specialist

If you like recruiting and hiring employees, managing employee relations, and handling payroll and benefits this role is for you.

A Human Resources Specialist manages recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. They support workplace productivity and legal adherence, using HR software to streamline processes and improve employee satisfaction.

Skills you’ll need: Data Entry, Microsoft Word, Employee Onboarding, Innovation, Research, Auditing, Teamwork, Employee Engagement

$60,032 median salary552,557 jobs available¹

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