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Human Resources Advisor / Analyst / Consultant / Coordinator / Officer / Administrator, Labour Dispute Negotiator, Negotiator, Occupational Health and Safety Advisor, Recruitment Officer, Trainer, Wage and Salary Administrator
In Canada, the federal government groups and organizes occupations based on a National Occupational Classification (NOC) system. This alis occupation may not reflect the entire NOC group it is part of. Data for the NOC group can apply across multiple occupations.
The NOC system is updated every 5 years to reflect changes in the labour market. Government forms and labour market data may group and refer to an occupation differently, depending on the system used. Here is how this occupation has been classified over time:
| Starting | $32.84 |
|---|---|
| Overall | $39.69 |
| Top | $48.80 |
Interest in researching employee benefit programs and health and safety practices to recommend policy changes and modifications, and in planning staffing, total compensation, training and career development, employee assistance, employment equity and affirmative action programs
Interest in co-ordinating information to administer staffing, total compensation, training and career development, employee assistance, employment equity and affirmative action programs; in co-ordinating employee performance and and appraisal programs, in managing programs and maintaining human resources information and related records systems; and in hiring and overseeing training of staff
Interest in negotiating collective agreements on behalf of employers or workers; in mediating labour disputes and grievances, providing advice on employee and labour relations, and in advising managers and employees on the interpretation of personnel policies, compensation and benefit programs and collective agreements
The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation.
It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes is listed in order of importance.
A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.
A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.
Interest in speaking with job applicants to advise them on employment requirements and on terms and conditions of employment, to negotiate settlements of appeals and disputes and to advise managers and employees on staffing policies and procedures
Interest in preparing and posting notices and advertisements; and in collecting applications
Interest in co-ordinating information to recruit graduates of colleges, universities and other educational institutions and to arrange transfers, redeployment and placement of personnel and staff training; and in co-ordinating selection and examination boards and termination of employment process; may supervise personnel clerks performing filing, typing and record-keeping duties
The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation.
It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes is listed in order of importance.
A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.
A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.
In general, human resources professionals:
In larger organizations, human resources professionals may specialize in:
In a small business, one general manager may be responsible for all human resources work and may have other responsibilities as well.
Human resource professionals may work primarily in office, commercial or industrial environments. They generally work standard weekday office hours although some flexibility in hours may be required. Travel requirements depend on the size and nature of the organization.
Human resources professionals need to possess:
They should enjoy coaching and counselling managers and employees, taking a methodical approach to their work, and taking responsibility for projects.
Human resource professionals need a solid understanding of relevant legislation and business or public administration, and the goals and objectives of their organizations. Most employers prefer to hire human resources professionals who have a degree or diploma in a field related to human resource management (for example, business administration, commerce, industrial relations or a related social science).
Suitable post-secondary education programs are offered by universities, colleges and technical institutes throughout Alberta.
The following schools offer programs or courses that are related to this occupation but are not required to enter the field.
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Although there is currently no legislation regulating this occupation, certification may be required by some employers.
The Chartered Professionals in Human Resources of Alberta (CPHR Alberta) is the sole certifying body in Alberta offering Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.
The CPHR is granted to associate members of CPHR Alberta who successfully complete the National Knowledge Exam and meet the requirements of an Experience Validation Assessment. The purpose of the assessment is to confirm that applicants demonstrate a specific amount of professional-level experience in human resources.
To retain their designation, CHRP holders must adhere to CPHR Alberta’s Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct. They must also meet requirements for continuing professional development requirements, and remain a CPHR Alberta member in good-standing.
Human resources professionals are employed in:
Some human resources professionals are self-employed consultants.
Experienced human resources professionals may move into supervisory and management positions.
Human resources professionals are part of the larger 2011 National Occupational Classification 1223: Personnel and recruitment officers. In Alberta, 78% of people employed in this classification work in the following industries:
The employment outlook (PDF) in this occupation will be influenced by a wide variety of factors including:
In Alberta, the B021: Specialists in Human Resources occupational group is expected to have a below-average annual growth of 1.4% from 2016 to 2020. In addition to job openings created by employment turnover, 172 new positions are forecasted to be created within this occupational group each year.
In Alberta, the B313: Personnel and Recruitment Officers occupational group is expected to have a below-average annual growth of 1.2% from 2016 to 2020. In addition to job openings created by employment turnover, 41 new positions are forecasted to be created within this occupational group each year.
Employment turnover is expected to increase as members of the baby boom generation retire over the next few years.
| Wages* | Low (5th percentile) | High (95th percentile) | Average | Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting | $19.80 | $54.26 | $32.84 | $30.33 |
| Overall | $22.50 | $71.69 | $39.69 | $37.27 |
| Top | $24.28 | $84.25 | $48.80 | $43.90 |
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* All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production) and other forms of compensation.
High Reliability, represents a CV of less than or equal to 6.00% and 30 survey observations and/or represents 50% or more of all estimated employment for the occupation.
| Other Services (Repair, Personal Services and Related) | $114,827 |
|---|---|
| Oil & Gas Extraction | $105,975 |
| Public Administration | $80,096 |
| Professional, Scientific & Technical Services | $77,056 |
| ALL INDUSTRIES | $76,768 |
| Educational Services | $74,532 |
| Transportation and Warehousing | $74,325 |
| Finance, Insurance, Real Estate, Leasing | $70,130 |
| Construction | $69,761 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | $66,702 |
| Manufacturing | $65,699 |
| Wholesale Trade | $64,846 |
| Retail Trade | $60,974 |
| Information, Culture, Recreation | $58,442 |
| Business, Building and Other Support Services | $53,474 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | $48,361 |
| Wages* | Low (5th percentile) | High (95th percentile) | Average | Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting | $20.00 | $47.70 | $28.35 | $25.00 |
| Overall | $23.08 | $55.40 | $32.61 | $28.37 |
| Top | $25.00 | $64.10 | $37.17 | $33.00 |
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* All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production) and other forms of compensation.
Good Reliability, represents a CV of between 6.01% and 15.00% and/or fewer than 30 survey observations and/or if survey observations represent less than 50% of all estimated employment for the occupation.
| Public Administration | $91,157 |
|---|---|
| Educational Services | $67,183 |
| ALL INDUSTRIES | $63,929 |
| Finance, Insurance, Real Estate, Leasing | $61,706 |
| Construction | $58,143 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | $51,772 |
Chartered Professionals in Human Resources of Alberta (CPHR Alberta) website: www.cphrab.ca
Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) Canada website: cphr.ca
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Updated Apr 01, 2017. The information contained in this profile is current as of the dates shown. Salary, employment outlook, and educational program information may change without notice. It is advised that you confirm this information before making any career decisions.