Human Resources Specialists

The work

Core tasks

1. 01Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
2. 02Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
3. 03Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
4. 04Prepare or maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software.
5. 05Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
6. 06Review employment applications and job orders to match applicants with job requirements.
7. 07Inform job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, or promotion opportunities.
8. 08Select qualified job applicants or refer them to managers, making hiring recommendations when appropriate.
9. 09Schedule or conduct new employee orientations.
10. 10Maintain and update human resources documents, such as organizational charts, employee handbooks or directories, or performance evaluation forms.
11. 11Confer with management to develop or implement personnel policies or procedures.
12. 12Contact job applicants to inform them of the status of their applications.

Capabilities

Essential skills

Employment outlook

Where the role is heading