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You have just been hired to work in the human resource department of a small company. You heard about the job through a conference you attended, put on by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Previously, the owner of the company, Jennifer, had been doing everything related to human resource management (HRM). You can tell she is a bit critical about paying a good salary for something she was able to juggle all on her own. On your first day, you meet the ten employees and spend several hours with the company owner, hoping to get a handle on which human resource processes are already set up.
Shortly after the meeting begins, you see she has a completely different perspective of what HRM is, and you realize it will be your job to educate her on the value of a human resource manager. You look at it as a personal challenge—both to educate her and also to show her the value of this role in the organization.
First, you tell her that HRM is a strategic process having to do with the staffing, compensation, retention, training, and employment law and policies side of the business. In other words, your job as human resources (HR) manager will be not only to write policy and procedures and to hire people (the administrative role) but also to use strategic plans to ensure the right people are hired and trained for the right job at the right time. For example, you ask her if she knows what the revenue will be in six months, and Jennifer answers, “Of course. We expect it to increase by 20 percent.” You ask, “Have you thought about how many people you will need due to this increase?” Jennifer looks a bit sheepish and says, “No, I guess I haven’t gotten that far.” Then you ask her about the training programs the company offers, the software used to allow employees to access pay information online, and the compensation policies. She responds, “It looks like we have some work to do. I didn’t know that human resources involved all of that.” You smile at her and start discussing some of the specifics of the business, so you can get started right away writing the strategic human resource management plan.
What Is Human Resources?
Learning Objectives
Explain the role of HRM in organizations.
Define and discuss some of the major HRM activities.
Every organization, large or small, uses a variety of capital to make the business work. Capital includes cash, valuables, or goods used to generate income for a business. For example, a retail store uses registers and inventory, while a consulting firm may have proprietary software or buildings. No matter the industry, all companies have one thing in common: they must have people to make their capital work for them. This will be our focus throughout the text: generation of revenue through the use of people’s skills and abilities.What Is HRM?
Human resource management (HRM) is the process of employing people, training them, compensating the.
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Chapter 1: The Role of Human ResourcesHuman Resource Management Day to Day
You have just been hired to work in the human resource department of a small company. You heard about the job through a conference you attended, put on by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Previously, the owner of the company, Jennifer, had been doing everything related to human resource management (HRM). You can tell she is a bit critical about paying a good salary for something she was able to juggle all on her own. On your first day, you meet the ten employees and spend several hours with the company owner, hoping to get a handle on which human resource processes are already set up.
Shortly after the meeting begins, you see she has a completely different perspective of what HRM is, and you realize it will be your job to educate her on the value of a human resource manager. You look at it as a personal challenge—both to educate her and also to show her the value of this role in the organization.
First, you tell her that HRM is a strategic process having to do with the staffing, compensation, retention, training, and employment law and policies side of the business. In other words, your job as human resources (HR) manager will be not only to write policy and procedures and to hire people (the administrative role) but also to use strategic plans to ensure the right people are hired and trained for the right job at the right time. For example, you ask her if she knows what the revenue will be in six months, and Jennifer answers, “Of course. We expect it to increase by 20 percent.” You ask, “Have you thought about how many people you will need due to this increase?” Jennifer looks a bit sheepish and says, “No, I guess I haven’t gotten that far.” Then you ask her about the training programs the company offers, the software used to allow employees to access pay information online, and the compensation policies. She responds, “It looks like we have some work to do. I didn’t know that human resources involved all of that.” You smile at her and start discussing some of the specifics of the business, so you can get started right away writing the strategic human resource management plan.
What Is Human Resources?
Learning Objectives
Explain the role of HRM in organizations.
Define and discuss some of the major HRM activities.
Every organization, large or small, uses a variety of capital to make the business work. Capital includes cash, valuables, or goods used to generate income for a business. For example, a retail store uses registers and inventory, while a consulting firm may have proprietary software or buildings. No matter the industry, all companies have one thing in common: they must have people to make their capital work for them. This will be our focus throughout the text: generation of revenue through the use of people’s skills and abilities.What Is HRM?
Human resource management (HRM) is the process of employing people, training them, compensating the.
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Literature Review
The role of a Human Resource department is ever changing in today’s volatile business environment. Over the years HR have become a strong strategic partner within an organization by providing functions such as recruitment, training and development and retention. Human Resources in order to be strategic works directly with all levels of management in an effort to help with strategy and the growth of the company to meet their vision. One very important aspect is talent acquisition. Having the right people in key roles within the company is vital to the success and growth. Performing this function includes preparing a job description, recruiting, and then setting compensation. Then a crucial tool used by many HR departments is the process of job evaluations and performance reviews.
Method of Job Analysis
When a new job is created or a vacancy occurs, it is the role of a HR representative to fill that void. In order to perform this function they need to first understand what role they are trying fill and what skills and responsibilities this new role would require. By conducting a job analysis they are able to further define an important elements of any job and then search for the person or people that are a good fit for the company. As important as it is to perform a job analysis before looking for that new candidate, it is equally as important to select the correct job analysis method. Some popular job analysis methods are Observation, Individual Interview and Structured Questionnaires. Organizations choose methods based on various guidelines that are all link to the job responsibilities, company culture and size of the organization. Each organization must select which methods are the best match for their candidate search. The Observation method includes studying someone while they perform their job in an effort to better understand the tasks and duties necessary to this particular job. The advantages are, the observer can obtain first hand knowledge and information about the job being analyzed. This can provide an accurate picture of the candidate ability to do the job at hand. Other Job Analysis methods such as the interview or questionnaire only allow HR to indirectly obtain this information. With other methods there is a risk of omissions or exaggerations are introduced either by the incumbent being interviewed or by items on the questionnaire.
The next method is the Interview method; this method involves conducting interviews of the person leaving this position to gain insights into what duties they perform. Interviews can also be conducted on other employees performing the same job but in most cases start with the HR manager. The advantages are that it allows the incumbent to describe tasks and duties that are not observable. The disadvantage is the candidate can exaggerate or omit tasks and duties. The interviewer must be skilled and ask the proper questions.
The Structured Questionnaire method uses a standardized ...
In 1942, the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) was established as a state financial institution. Then known as the "State Bank of Ethiopia," it took on the functions of both a commercial and a central bank. It had 21 branches, and it introduced savings and new currency. In 1963, the bank changed its name to the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia and was given solely the responsibilities of a commercial bank. For the past 80 years, CBE has been a well-known bank in Ethiopia and a vital source of funding for the country's development initiatives.
CBE is a pioneering bank in introducing modern banking services and it is surveyor of banking development in Ethiopia. It is also the first bank to introduce Western Union Money Transfer Services in the country, and currently working with more than twenty money transfer agents.
CBE is a reputable and largest commercial bank in Ethiopia and significantly contributes to the country's development by utilizing advanced technologies and systems for modern banking services targeting various sectors. It serves individual depositors, micro, small and medium-sized businesses, and private and public investment projects, significantly impacting the country's economy mobilizing savings for investment.
CBE’s credit distribution history primarily has catered to large corporate and public customers, with lower shares of MSMEs and individual customers. Due to this, it has decided to improve the credit facilities provided to MSMEs and individual customers, which might help alleviate their financial constraints. To strengthen this, it has adopted a new business model which called as “Customer Centric”, to provide customer tailored banking services. Currently, it has products and services designed to address the demands of all segments of societies in a better way.
1.2. CBE Profile Facts as of Jun 30, 2023
Deposit >Birr 1.1 Trillion
Assets>Birr 1.27 Trillion
Capital > Birr 60 Billion
Credit > Birr 979 Billion
Branches > 1.9 thousands
Customers >40 Million
Employees > 80 thousands
Number of Digital Channels
- ATM > 3214
- POS > 4763
- Agents > 43,000
- Merchants> 56,000
Number of Digital Channels Users
- Card Users > 10.5 Million
- Mobile Banking Users > 8.5 Million
- CBE Birr Users >10.02 Million
- Internet Banking Users > 40 thousands
Total Gross profit of the bank 2022/2023 Birr above 20 Billion
Foreign correspondence banks > 50
MTO – Money transfer Organization > 20
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Chapter 1: The Role of Human Resources
1.1 What Is Human Resources? 2
1.2 Skills Needed for HRM 11
1.3 Today’s HRM Challenges 16
1.4 Cases and Problems 27
Chapter 2: Developing and Implementing Strategic HRM Plans
2.1 Strategic Planning 31
2.2 Writing the HRM Plan 41
2.3 Tips in HRM Planning 49
2.4 Cases and Problems 53
Chapter 3: Diversity and Multiculturalism
3.1 Diversity and Multiculturalism 56
3.2 Diversity Plans 62
3.3 Multiculturalism and the Law 70
3.4 Cases and Problems 79
Chapter 4: Recruitment
4.1 The Recruitment Process 82
4.2 The Law and Recruitment 91
4.3 Recruitment Strategies 97
4.4 Cases and Problems 109
Chapter 5: Selection
5.1 The Selection Process 113
5.2 Criteria Development and Résumé Review 118
5.3 Interviewing 124
5.4 Testing and Selecting 132
5.5 Making the Offer 139
5.6 Cases and Problems 142
Chapter 6: Compensation and Benefits
6.1 Goals of a Compensation Plan 147
6.2 Developing a Compensation Package 151
6.3 Types of Pay Systems 155
6.4 Other Types of Compensation 170
6.5 Cases and Problems 182
Chapter 7: Retention and Motivation
7.1 The Costs of Turnover 187
7.2 Retention Plans 193
7.3 Implementing Retention Strategies 207
7.4 Cases and Problems 218
Chapter 8: Training and Development
8.1 Steps to Take in Training an Employee 224
8.2 Types of Training 230
8.3 Training Delivery Methods 237
8.4 Designing a Training Program 244
8.5 Cases and Problems 261
Chapter 9: Successful Employee Communication
9.1 Communication Strategies 267
9.2 Management Styles 279
9.3 Cases and Problems 287
Chapter 10: Managing Employee Performance
10.1 Handling Performance 291
10.2 Employee Rights 308
10.3 Cases and Problems 319
Chapter 11: Employee Assessment
11.1 Performance Evaluation Systems 325
11.2 Appraisal Methods 332
11.3 Completing and Conducting the Appraisal 345
11.4 Cases and Problems 354
Chapter 12: Working with Labor Unions
12.1 The Nature of Unions 361
12.2 Collective Bargaining 373
12.3 Administration of the Collective Bargaining Agre ...
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Contents
Publisher Information viii
Chapter 1: The Role of Human Resources
1.1 What Is Human Resources? 2
1.2 Skills Needed for HRM 11
1.3 Today’s HRM Challenges 16
1.4 Cases and Problems 27
Chapter 2: Developing and Implementing Strategic HRM Plans
2.1 Strategic Planning 31
2.2 Writing the HRM Plan 41
2.3 Tips in HRM Planning 49
2.4 Cases and Problems 53
Chapter 3: Diversity and Multiculturalism
3.1 Diversity and Multiculturalism 56
3.2 Diversity Plans 62
3.3 Multiculturalism and the Law 70
3.4 Cases and Problems 79
Chapter 4: Recruitment
4.1 The Recruitment Process 82
4.2 The Law and Recruitment 91
4.3 Recruitment Strategies 97
4.4 Cases and Problems 109
Chapter 5: Selection
5.1 The Selection Process 113
5.2 Criteria Development and Résumé Review 118
5.3 Interviewing 124
5.4 Testing and Selecting 132
5.5 Making the Offer 139
5.6 Cases and Problems 142
Chapter 6: Compensation and Benefits
6.1 Goals of a Compensation Plan 147
6.2 Developing a Compensation Package 151
6.3 Types of Pay Systems 155
6.4 Other Types of Compensation 170
6.5 Cases and Problems 182
Chapter 7: Retention and Motivation
7.1 The Costs of Turnover 187
7.2 Retention Plans 193
7.3 Implementing Retention Strategies 207
7.4 Cases and Problems 218
Chapter 8: Training and Development
8.1 Steps to Take in Training an Employee 224
8.2 Types of Training 230
8.3 Training Delivery Methods 237
8.4 Designing a Training Program 244
8.5 Cases and Problems 261
Chapter 9: Successful Employee Communication
9.1 Communication Strategies 267
9.2 Management Styles 279
9.3 Cases and Problems 287
Chapter 10: Managing Employee Performance
10.1 Handling Performance 291
10.2 Employee Rights 308
10.3 Cases and Problems 319
Chapter 11: Employee Assessment
11.1 Performance Evaluation Systems 325
11.2 Appraisal Methods 332
11.3 Completing and Conducting the Appraisal 345
11.4 Cases and Problems 354
Chapter 12: Working with Labor Unions
12.1 The Nature of Unions 361
12.2 Collective Bargaining 373
12.3 Administration of the Collective Bargaining Agre ...
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designed to make a difference to human resource management through our unique methodologies. Accuprosys has exceptional strengths in ensuring well-timed and dependable delivery of HR solutions to clients across various sectors.
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The role of a Human Resource department is ever changing in today’s volatile business environment. Over the years HR have become a strong strategic partner within an organization by providing functions such as recruitment, training and development and retention. Human Resources in order to be strategic works directly with all levels of management in an effort to help with strategy and the growth of the company to meet their vision. One very important aspect is talent acquisition. Having the right people in key roles within the company is vital to the success and growth. Performing this function includes preparing a job description, recruiting, and then setting compensation. Then a crucial tool used by many HR departments is the process of job evaluations and performance reviews.
Method of Job Analysis
When a new job is created or a vacancy occurs, it is the role of a HR representative to fill that void. In order to perform this function they need to first understand what role they are trying fill and what skills and responsibilities this new role would require. By conducting a job analysis they are able to further define an important elements of any job and then search for the person or people that are a good fit for the company. As important as it is to perform a job analysis before looking for that new candidate, it is equally as important to select the correct job analysis method. Some popular job analysis methods are Observation, Individual Interview and Structured Questionnaires. Organizations choose methods based on various guidelines that are all link to the job responsibilities, company culture and size of the organization. Each organization must select which methods are the best match for their candidate search. The Observation method includes studying someone while they perform their job in an effort to better understand the tasks and duties necessary to this particular job. The advantages are, the observer can obtain first hand knowledge and information about the job being analyzed. This can provide an accurate picture of the candidate ability to do the job at hand. Other Job Analysis methods such as the interview or questionnaire only allow HR to indirectly obtain this information. With other methods there is a risk of omissions or exaggerations are introduced either by the incumbent being interviewed or by items on the questionnaire.
The next method is the Interview method; this method involves conducting interviews of the person leaving this position to gain insights into what duties they perform. Interviews can also be conducted on other employees performing the same job but in most cases start with the HR manager. The advantages are that it allows the incumbent to describe tasks and duties that are not observable. The disadvantage is the candidate can exaggerate or omit tasks and duties. The interviewer must be skilled and ask the proper questions.
The Structured Questionnaire method uses a standardized ...
In 1942, the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) was established as a state financial institution. Then known as the "State Bank of Ethiopia," it took on the functions of both a commercial and a central bank. It had 21 branches, and it introduced savings and new currency. In 1963, the bank changed its name to the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia and was given solely the responsibilities of a commercial bank. For the past 80 years, CBE has been a well-known bank in Ethiopia and a vital source of funding for the country's development initiatives.
CBE is a pioneering bank in introducing modern banking services and it is surveyor of banking development in Ethiopia. It is also the first bank to introduce Western Union Money Transfer Services in the country, and currently working with more than twenty money transfer agents.
CBE is a reputable and largest commercial bank in Ethiopia and significantly contributes to the country's development by utilizing advanced technologies and systems for modern banking services targeting various sectors. It serves individual depositors, micro, small and medium-sized businesses, and private and public investment projects, significantly impacting the country's economy mobilizing savings for investment.
CBE’s credit distribution history primarily has catered to large corporate and public customers, with lower shares of MSMEs and individual customers. Due to this, it has decided to improve the credit facilities provided to MSMEs and individual customers, which might help alleviate their financial constraints. To strengthen this, it has adopted a new business model which called as “Customer Centric”, to provide customer tailored banking services. Currently, it has products and services designed to address the demands of all segments of societies in a better way.
1.2. CBE Profile Facts as of Jun 30, 2023
Deposit >Birr 1.1 Trillion
Assets>Birr 1.27 Trillion
Capital > Birr 60 Billion
Credit > Birr 979 Billion
Branches > 1.9 thousands
Customers >40 Million
Employees > 80 thousands
Number of Digital Channels
- ATM > 3214
- POS > 4763
- Agents > 43,000
- Merchants> 56,000
Number of Digital Channels Users
- Card Users > 10.5 Million
- Mobile Banking Users > 8.5 Million
- CBE Birr Users >10.02 Million
- Internet Banking Users > 40 thousands
Total Gross profit of the bank 2022/2023 Birr above 20 Billion
Foreign correspondence banks > 50
MTO – Money transfer Organization > 20
As so many recruiters now use personality testing it’ll also give you a valuable insight into the kind of report they might receive about you, which means valuable interview prep.
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Contents
Publisher Information viii
Chapter 1: The Role of Human Resources
1.1 What Is Human Resources? 2
1.2 Skills Needed for HRM 11
1.3 Today’s HRM Challenges 16
1.4 Cases and Problems 27
Chapter 2: Developing and Implementing Strategic HRM Plans
2.1 Strategic Planning 31
2.2 Writing the HRM Plan 41
2.3 Tips in HRM Planning 49
2.4 Cases and Problems 53
Chapter 3: Diversity and Multiculturalism
3.1 Diversity and Multiculturalism 56
3.2 Diversity Plans 62
3.3 Multiculturalism and the Law 70
3.4 Cases and Problems 79
Chapter 4: Recruitment
4.1 The Recruitment Process 82
4.2 The Law and Recruitment 91
4.3 Recruitment Strategies 97
4.4 Cases and Problems 109
Chapter 5: Selection
5.1 The Selection Process 113
5.2 Criteria Development and Résumé Review 118
5.3 Interviewing 124
5.4 Testing and Selecting 132
5.5 Making the Offer 139
5.6 Cases and Problems 142
Chapter 6: Compensation and Benefits
6.1 Goals of a Compensation Plan 147
6.2 Developing a Compensation Package 151
6.3 Types of Pay Systems 155
6.4 Other Types of Compensation 170
6.5 Cases and Problems 182
Chapter 7: Retention and Motivation
7.1 The Costs of Turnover 187
7.2 Retention Plans 193
7.3 Implementing Retention Strategies 207
7.4 Cases and Problems 218
Chapter 8: Training and Development
8.1 Steps to Take in Training an Employee 224
8.2 Types of Training 230
8.3 Training Delivery Methods 237
8.4 Designing a Training Program 244
8.5 Cases and Problems 261
Chapter 9: Successful Employee Communication
9.1 Communication Strategies 267
9.2 Management Styles 279
9.3 Cases and Problems 287
Chapter 10: Managing Employee Performance
10.1 Handling Performance 291
10.2 Employee Rights 308
10.3 Cases and Problems 319
Chapter 11: Employee Assessment
11.1 Performance Evaluation Systems 325
11.2 Appraisal Methods 332
11.3 Completing and Conducting the Appraisal 345
11.4 Cases and Problems 354
Chapter 12: Working with Labor Unions
12.1 The Nature of Unions 361
12.2 Collective Bargaining 373
12.3 Administration of the Collective Bargaining Agre ...
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Contents
Publisher Information viii
Chapter 1: The Role of Human Resources
1.1 What Is Human Resources? 2
1.2 Skills Needed for HRM 11
1.3 Today’s HRM Challenges 16
1.4 Cases and Problems 27
Chapter 2: Developing and Implementing Strategic HRM Plans
2.1 Strategic Planning 31
2.2 Writing the HRM Plan 41
2.3 Tips in HRM Planning 49
2.4 Cases and Problems 53
Chapter 3: Diversity and Multiculturalism
3.1 Diversity and Multiculturalism 56
3.2 Diversity Plans 62
3.3 Multiculturalism and the Law 70
3.4 Cases and Problems 79
Chapter 4: Recruitment
4.1 The Recruitment Process 82
4.2 The Law and Recruitment 91
4.3 Recruitment Strategies 97
4.4 Cases and Problems 109
Chapter 5: Selection
5.1 The Selection Process 113
5.2 Criteria Development and Résumé Review 118
5.3 Interviewing 124
5.4 Testing and Selecting 132
5.5 Making the Offer 139
5.6 Cases and Problems 142
Chapter 6: Compensation and Benefits
6.1 Goals of a Compensation Plan 147
6.2 Developing a Compensation Package 151
6.3 Types of Pay Systems 155
6.4 Other Types of Compensation 170
6.5 Cases and Problems 182
Chapter 7: Retention and Motivation
7.1 The Costs of Turnover 187
7.2 Retention Plans 193
7.3 Implementing Retention Strategies 207
7.4 Cases and Problems 218
Chapter 8: Training and Development
8.1 Steps to Take in Training an Employee 224
8.2 Types of Training 230
8.3 Training Delivery Methods 237
8.4 Designing a Training Program 244
8.5 Cases and Problems 261
Chapter 9: Successful Employee Communication
9.1 Communication Strategies 267
9.2 Management Styles 279
9.3 Cases and Problems 287
Chapter 10: Managing Employee Performance
10.1 Handling Performance 291
10.2 Employee Rights 308
10.3 Cases and Problems 319
Chapter 11: Employee Assessment
11.1 Performance Evaluation Systems 325
11.2 Appraisal Methods 332
11.3 Completing and Conducting the Appraisal 345
11.4 Cases and Problems 354
Chapter 12: Working with Labor Unions
12.1 The Nature of Unions 361
12.2 Collective Bargaining 373
12.3 Administration of the Collective Bargaining Agre ...
Accuprosys provides comprehensive HR Solutions through a single window across
various domains to enhance the success of your organization.Our services are
designed to make a difference to human resource management through our unique methodologies. Accuprosys has exceptional strengths in ensuring well-timed and dependable delivery of HR solutions to clients across various sectors.
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Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
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Everything You Need To Know About Being A Human Resources Administrator
1. Everything You Need To Know About Being A
Human Resources Administrator
The Human Resources department is a fundamental part of every work place. The
dedicated work of these professionals help every workplace run smoothly, hire the
right candidates, and keep the bridge between employers and employees strong.
There can be a lot to cover when it comes to having a complete understanding of what
a Human Resource Administrator does, but here in this “everything you need to know”
guide we’ll go through it all!
What is HR?
Let’s start this off by defining what we mean when we say Human Resources. Human
Resource professionals are responsible for handing the “people” within an
organization or business. This covers everything people related. These professionals
usually manage the recruiting, hiring, terminating, and orientation/onboarding of new
employees.
Additionally, they also handle any problems or conflicts that can happen between
employees. If problems or conflicts occur, the conflict resolution training these
professionals have comes into play. Aside from people centred responsibilities, HR
admins always maintain detailed employee records for legal purposes.
2. Duties and Responsibilities of Human Resources Admins
Now that we have an understanding of what HRA professionals are, the next question
would be: What do Human Resources Administrators do day-to-day? The day to day
responsibilities of a HRA can vary depending on the company they work for, but
generally speaking they handle five main areas.
Recruitment, Training, Onboarding
One of the most important components of an HR professional is handling the
recruiting, training and onboarding of new employees. Recruiting the right people is
not an easy or simple task, recruiters are like the heavy lifters in the company’s
workforce. But their job isn’t just limited to interviews, HRAs are responsible for
everything involved with the hiring process.
Which includes:
• Posting positions on job boards, at career fairs, on social media (like LinkedIn),
and monitoring all the candidates who apply
• Screening, background checking, and selecting potential candidates to bring to the
hiring manager
• Acting as a first point of contact and conducting the first initial interview
• Assisting the hiring manager with final selection
After the right candidate is selected, the human resources professional or admin will
then put together all necessary documents. This can include employment or
3. conditional contracts, tax documents, and everything else. From job posting to first
and last day, the Human Resources department is involved in every aspect.
Compensation and Benefits
Depending on the company you choose to work for, especially in smaller companies,
it’s not uncommon for HR to also handle payroll, compensation, and benefits. HR can
oversee the calculation of hours, deduction of taxes, payout for expenses,raises, and
bonuses. In addition HR also conducts research into evaluating other competitor’s
pay structures and creating internal compensation plans for their company.
In terms of benefits, HR are the ones who are responsible for negotiating group health
plans and coverage rates with different insurance carriers or coordinating Registered
Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs). After new employees complete their
probationary period, HR would be the one to help negotiate their contracts and add
them to the company’s benefit and health plan.
HR Compliance
HR is also responsible for ensuring their workplace is in compliance with all
appropriate labour regulations and laws. Because legal and regulatory compliance can
be a complex and fluctuating area, all HRAs have extensive knowledge and training
in this area If a business isn’t complying with labour laws and regulations, it can face
penalties in worst case scenarios, prosecution. But that’s not all! HRAs also handle
any complaints made by applicants or employees. This can include claims based on
discriminatory hiring or employment practices, hazardous working conditions, and
more.
On top of making sure that the workplace is safe and in compliance, HRAs also work
closely with managers to help create, update, and manage employee policies,
handbooks, and manuals.
Workplace Safety
4. Every employer and company wants to ensure they provide a safe place to work for
all their employees. Helping employers and companies achieve this is another duty
and responsibility of HR. Here in Canada, all employers are required to
follow Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). OSHA requires all employers to
provide a safe, working environment and take certain precautions to protect their
employees. You might be wondering how HR is tied into this, it’s part of an HRAs role
to help support safety training, maintain logs in the event of injuries, and handle any
worker’s compensation needs that can happen.
In addition to safety training, logging, and handling worker’s compensation claims,
HRAs also ensure that certain regulations are available and compliant in the
workplace. This can include:
• Making sure workplace hazards are understood and visibly posted
• Ensuring an appropriate understanding of overall work safety procedures
• Submitting the required three annual reports to the federal government
Training and Development
Training and development is one of the most important aspects of Human Resources.
It’s a fair assumption that every company wants to see their employees thrive and
succeed, and helping them to achieve this can come in many forms. Whether it’s
providing them with regular and ongoing training, providing physical tools (like laptops
or work-from-home setups) and softwares, and much more. The HR department is the
one responsible for ensuring that all employees have orientation and new hire training
as well as additional support as they work.
How much does a HRA make?
One of the most asked questions about Human Resource professionals is: how much
does a human resources officer make? It’s important to bear in mind that depending
on the company you choose to work for can cause your annual salary to fluctuate.
But generally speaking, HRA with a college diploma can make around $47, 912.
5. Now another factor that you should also keep in mind, is which location or area you’re
working. The average salary for a HR officer in Canada can range from $41,600 to
$60,008.
What level of education do you need to become a Human Resources
Administrator?
When it comes to the kind of education you’ll need. Most employers will not accept
anything less than a college diploma. By enrolling in a Human Resources program,
you’ll gain all the skills and knowledge you need to be a well-rounded and successful
candidate.
But it’s important to make sure you are selective with the HRA course you take, not all
courses are created equal. You’ll want to look for a program that will teach you
elements of labour regulations, onboarding and development training, compensation
and benefits, and more. One key indicator of a good program is having a built-in
practicum. Practicums can help you bridge the experience gap many graduates face
since it gives you an opportunity to use the skills you’ve learned in class in real life.
How to prep for a HRA Interview
6. Now that we’ve gone over everything that you might need to know about being an
Human Resource Administrator, the next logical step would be to go over how to prep
for your interview!
Usually the questions that will be asked at HRA interviews can fall into three main
categories:
1. General Questions: This mostly pertains to you personally and shows the
interviewer why you have chosen this career field, some of your motivations, and
other questions that will showcase the kind of person you are.
2. Education, Background and Experience Questions: These kinds of questions are
more probing on your qualifications, education, background and experience.
3. In-Depth Questions: These questions can be very specific to kinds of systems you
should be familiar with and are used to assess whether or not you are qualified for
this position
Sample Interview Questions for a Human Resources Interview with
Answers
Q: Tell me about yourself?
This is always one of the first questions asked in an interview. You’ll want to highlight
what makes you an excellent candidate without sounding like you’re being
disingenuous or cliche. Be yourself!
Sample answer:
“I am a new graduate, I attend ABM College and took their Human Resources
Administration Diploma. I would consider myself a fairly laid back person but also
someone who is very detailed. I am notorious for making to-do lists on post it notes.”
Q: What got you interested in working in a Human Resources department?
This question is your chance to highlight why you’ve chosen to pursue a career in
Human Resources. Usually when an interviewer asks this question they want to learn
more about your intentions and approach to HR.
7. Sample Answer:
“I’ve always admired the work of Human Resources and understand what an important
role they play. People are the most valuable asset a company can have. As a HR
professional, I really enjoy and take pride in being able to help people fulfill their
potential by hiring the right fits and then helping support them in their work. HR really
aligns with my values and personality. I love being in a dynamic environment where
the day to day can change but most of all I really value the impact and engagement
we do every single day.”
Q: What is your understanding of the role of a human resources department?
This is an important question, especially for entry level positions. Often this is asked
to ensure that you understand the scope of what HR does. This can also be used in
more senior level questions to gauge what your personal approach and level of HR
knowledge is.
Sample Answer:
“From my education at ABM College, I know that HR departments are responsible for
various responsibilities. This can include employee selection, compensation and
benefits, recruitment, onboarding and training, legal elements like employee contracts,
safety compliance, termination procedures, and much more. The HR department also
handles any complaints or concerns between management and employees.”
Q: Describe how you would approach conflict resolution.
Since HR typically handles the majority of employee complaints, report filing, and
documenting of serious conflicts or infractions, the interview will need to assess how
you handle conflicts while also upholding confidentiality in the process. This is a great
opportunity to use past examples of how you have handled conflicts and your
documenting process as well.
8. Sample Answer:
“During my practicum, I had the opportunity to use some of my conflict resolution skills
from my course. I had responded to an employee complaint that their supervisor was
being unfair to them. I set up a meeting with the employee to document their complaint.
After taking my report, I met with the supervisor in question to document their
response. After I had both reports, I discussed both reports and the whole situation
with my manager. From there, we decided to meet with both parties to clarify the
situation. It turned out that the employee was having some personal issues with their
workload and feeling overwhelmed. The supervisor helped mend the situation by more
evenly distributing work amongst everyone. I always think it’s best to communicate
clearly and discuss the situation before taking additional actions.”
Q: How do you stay up to date on current laws and regulations?
HR departments heavily rely on complying with labour and employment laws so
staying updated and current is absolutely essential. If you complete annual HR
training, attend conferences, or are subscribed to certain professional associations
this is a good time to mention them.
Sample Answers:
“One thing I learned from my practicum is the importance of staying on top of. I like to
stay subscribed to a few feeds that post updates on the regular. I also ensure that I
attend annual professional development training and conferences too.”
Q: What kind of information should be included in an employee handbook?
Human Resource teams are responsible for creating, maintaining, and updating
employee handbooks. The interviewer will want to know how you provide important
information, policies, and procedures within a central document. In your answer, give
examples of how you have collaborated and communicated with various teams to
create this handbooks or similar documents.
9. Sample Answer:
“I helped develop and maintain my company’s handbook. The most important
information should always be easily accessible and understandable for all employees.
I think items like company policies and regulations, employee rights, employer and
employee expectations, safety hazards, etc. When we were updating this handbook,
we worked with 3 other departments so it definitely was a big task.”
Q: Describe your experience working with human resource management
systems (HRMS).
HR depends on human resources management systems to manage and access
company information. If an interviewer asks you about this, the primary goal is to
assess your technical abilities with using software applications on the job. It’s best to
describe the programs you have used and your proficiency level.
Sample Answer:
“I learned how to use Oracle HRMS in my practicum. I really like the interface of
Oracle. I know how to easily access employee performance, productivity tracking, and
payroll information in a single program. Even though my interaction with it was brief I
would say I am proficient.”
Q:Have you ever conducted employee training?
A major component of HR is onboarding and training new employees. When you
answer this question make sure give examples so the interviewer can get an
understanding of how you approach new hire training. If you haven’t done this just yet,
focus on how you would approach this task.
Sample Answer:
10. “I haven’t necessarily had experience leading an onboard or new hire training yet but
when given the opportunity I would go through the company policies, procedures, and
expectations. I would make sure to have pauses and invite them to ask me any
questions. I would also make sure to have some handouts with common questions for
them to take with things like who their direct manager is, where to find common areas
like the washroom, kitchen, etc.”
Q:How do you ensure employee databases are accurate and up to date?
Since employee information can change from time to time, it is the responsibility of HR
to not only update this information but also make sure that the staff know to
communicate any changes to them. In your answer, provide examples of how you
communicate changes with staff and how you manage a large employee database.
Sample Answer:
“ I would keep my databases accurate by sending out monthing emails to staff
checking in for any changes to their information. When I would send these emails, I
would make sure to include links so that employees can click to let me know or to let
me know their information is current.”
Final Thoughts
Well there you have it! Your full guide to becoming a human resources administrator!
So where do you go from here, like the beginning to many other career paths the first
step is: getting your college diploma! Check out ABM College’s Human Resources
Administration Online Diploma for more information!
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