Job Title / Job Description

Human Resources Director

The director is often responsible for all human resource activities that includes: employee relations, recruitment, training, benefits, payroll, safety and employment law. Motivating and supporting our employees, so that they can be the best they can be.

What are some related career opportunities and job titles in your company or in your career area?

Recruiter, Payroll Manager, Safety Manager, Employee Relations Manager, Administration Manager

What new technology will be important?

Computers are critical. Understanding of word processing, presentations, spreadsheet, database and HR information system (HRIS) software is needed.

What education or training did you have to prepare for this career?

Bachelor‘s degree (Master‘s preferred) in business or human resource management.

What education or training do you recommend for students today who want to enter this field?

Business, Psychology, Sociology and English classes.

When you were in high school, did you know that you would enter this field?

No, I wanted to be a psychiatrist.