0112-NOC

Human resources managers

(NOC 0112)
High opportunity occupation High opportunity occupation
Annual Earnings
$108,013
Typical Education Background
Degree
Job Openings
(2022-2032)
3,020

Career Overview

Human resources managers direct, control and run the operations of human resources and personnel departments. They also develop and carry out policies and procedures regarding human resource planning, hiring, training and development and pay and benefit management.

Duties

Human resources managers perform some or all of the following duties:

  • Direct the operations of human resources departments
  • Develop human resource requirements with other managers
  • Arrange internal and external training and hiring activities
  • Develop and carry out labour relations policies and discuss agreements
  • Organize employee development and health and safety programs
  • Advise and help other managers to carry out human resource policies and programs
  • Organize meetings on job policy as well as pay and benefits
  • Follow laws and regulations such as the Pay Equity Act

Earnings

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Annual Earnings

$108,013

Provincial Hourly Rate

High$65.66/hr
Median$51.79/hr
Low$33.65/hr
Source: B.C. Labour Market Information Office, derived from 2022 Job Bank Wage data

Work Environment

# Workers Employed

5,200

% Employed Full Time

72%
Source: 2016 Census

Human resources managers typically work in a conventional office environment.

Career Pathways

Progression to senior management positions is possible with experience. Other committees led by human resources managers may focus on issues such as alcohol or drug addiction.

Occupational Interests

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Job Titles

Chief safety officer - occupational health and safety
Co-ordinator, health and safety
Director, industrial relations
Director, pay-processing division
Director, vocational training
Manager, health and safety
Occupational health and safety director

Education, Training and Skills

  • A bachelor's degree in a field related to personnel management, such as business administration, industrial relations, commerce or psychology
    or
    Completion of a professional development program in personnel administration is required.
  • Several years of experience as a personnel officer or human resource specialist are required.

Education programs in B.C.

The following program areas are related to this occupation:

  • Business Administration/Management/Commerce
  • Human Resources
  • International Business
  • Psychology (Arts)
  • Psychology (Science)
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Skills

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Speaking

Talking to others to share information effectively.

75%
Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

75%
Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

74%
Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

72%
Judgment and Decision-Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

71%
Social Perceptiveness

Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

70%
Management of Personnel Resources

Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.

69%
Active Learning

Understanding how new information could be used to solve current and future problems in making decisions.

68%
Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

68%
Coordination

Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

68%

Labour Market Statistics

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Employment

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Employment

5,200
Source: 2016 Census

Employment by Region

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Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
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Region Employment (2022) % Employment of this Occupation
Cariboo 210 3.2%
Kootenay 70 1.2%
Mainland/Southwest 4,430 70.4%
North Coast and Nechako 80 1.6%
Northeast 100 1.9%
Thompson-Okanagan 460 7.5%
Vancouver Island/Coast 860 13.9%
Source: 2016 Census and B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Labour Market Outlook

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Forecasted Job Openings (2022-2032)

3,020
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Forecasted Job Openings

Forecasted Employment Growth Rate

Composition of Job Openings

Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Job Openings by Region (2022-2032)

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Northeast
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Region Job Openings Avg. Annual Employment Growth
Cariboo 90 0.5%
Kootenay 10 0.0%
Mainland/Southwest 2,070 1.3%
North Coast and Nechako 20 1.2%
Northeast 30 1.0%
Thompson-Okanagan 250 1.2%
Vancouver Island/Coast 530 1.7%
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Industry Highlights

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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry

IndustryJob Openings (2022-2032)
Professional, Scientific and Technical Services148,000
Public Administration49,200
Manufacturing49,200
Finance, insurance and real estate50,900
Educational Services49,200
For additional industry information, visit the Industry Profiles page.
Source: 2016 Census and B.C. Labour Market Outlook

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