10011

Human resources managers

TEER 0 — Management occupations

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Business, finance & administration

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Definition

Human resources managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of human resources and personnel departments, and develop and implement policies, programs and procedures regarding human resource planning, recruitment, collective bargaining, training and development, occupation classification and pay and benefit administration. They represent management and participate actively on various joint committees to maintain ongoing relations between management and employees. They are employed throughout the private and public sectors.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of human resources or personnel departments
Plan human resource requirements in conjunction with other departmental managers
Coordinate internal and external training and recruitment activities
Develop and implement labour relations policies and procedures and negotiate collective agreements
Administer employee development, language training and health and safety programs
Advise and assist other departmental managers on interpretation and administration of personnel policies and programs
Oversee the classification and rating of occupations
Organize and conduct employee information meetings on employment policy, benefits and compensation and participate actively on various joint committees
Direct the organization's quality management program
Ensure compliance with legislation such as the Pay Equity Act.

Example job titles

•employer-employee relations manager
•human resources manager
•industrial relations manager
•occupational health and safety manager
•pay and benefits manager
•personnel director
•personnel services manager
•personnel training and development manager

Overview

Under the ESDC NOC 2021 classification, NOC 10011 Human resources managers is designated as a TEER 0 occupation. Professionals in this role plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate the operations of human resources and personnel departments. They are responsible for developing and implementing crucial policies, programs, and procedures related to HR planning, recruitment, collective bargaining, training, occupational classification, and benefits administration. Human resources managers represent management in industrial relations and are employed across all sectors of the private and public domains.

To qualify for this occupation in Canada, applicants typically require 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. Additionally, several years of experience as a human resources officer or in a related position is usually required. Some provincial employers may also require a professional designation, such as the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP). As a TEER 0 role, NOC 10011 is highly eligible for Canadian economic immigration programs, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program under Express Entry and various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP).

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult a regulated Canadian immigration consultant (RCIC) or a qualified immigration lawyer for official legal counsel regarding your application.

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

Commonly confused codes

11200Human resources professionals

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.