Human Resource Management

Information leading to a career in Human Resource Management

Morgan Talbott

About me

Current senior- graduation in August 2009

Major is in Business Management with a minor in Psychology

Will be applying to UMSL for MBA this fall

Hope to find a HR Management position in the Government sector shortly after completing Master’s Degree

Human Resource Management Preparation Requires a Bachelor degree in Business, a recommended emphasis in:

Labor Relations HR Management

At least 7 years of experience in the field

Advanced Degree with a concentration in Human Resource Management is highly recommended –counts toward field related experience!

What do HR Managers do?The HR manager is responsible for all of the functions that

deal with the needs and activities of the organization's people including these business functions:

Recruiting HiringTrainingOrganization DevelopmentPerformance Management Policy RecommendationSalary and BenefitsTeam BuildingEmployee Relations

Personal Characteristics of good candidates for HR Management

Strong writing skillsCritical thinking skills

Active listenerStrong time management

Social discernment

Some suggested interview questionsWill I have the opportunity to

conduct/supervise training and development programs?

Does the company currently have a full time recruiter on staff?

Do you process payroll in house or do you outsource it to a payroll company like ADP? If in house, what computer program is currently utilized for payroll?

Salaries associated with HR ManagersStarting Offers

Average : $41,680 (in July 2007)Median annual earnings

$88,510 (in May 2006)Top 10% annual earnings

more than $145,600 (in May 2006)

Findings from US Dept of Labor

Benefits associated with HR Management

Health/life insuranceRetirement planProfit sharing

Vacation/sick leaveTravel expense reimbursement

Where is HR Management in high demand right now?

Inside of the St. Louis area, these are a few companies currently offering positions in HR Management:

Deloitte CompanyRotech Healthcare

BJC HealthcareArch Coal Company

Casino Queen

What if you are not able to find any openings in the St Louis area?

Outside of the St Louis region, current states that show a high demand for HR professionals include:

CaliforniaMichigan

Massachusetts

Why I want to be in HR ManagementHours are typically from 9am to 5pm with

telecommuting a possibility - work/life balance is something that I want to be able to maintain.

This position would allow me to work with people on a regular basis in a supportive role, which I thoroughly enjoy.

 I have always wanted to work with payroll and have always had an interest in the hiring process of companies. I would greatly enjoy having the opportunity to be apart of the orientation process in hiring staff.

Questions?