Gregg Smith

A human resources manager holds the supervisory responsibilities in the HR team or department, with human resources coordinators/assistants and human resources generalists reporting to them. In a smaller organization, they may serve as the head of the department with human resources specialists reporting to them as well. In larger organizations, the role is most likely under a director of human resources, vice president of human resources and/or chief people officer, depending on organizational structure

• Working with the HR director and/or the organization’s executive leadership team to understand organizational goals and develop strategic initiatives

• Planning and executing a human resources strategy that falls in line with these goals

• Supporting and guiding other staff within the human resources department

• Handling delicate situations within the workplace, including termination if the situation escalates

• Overseeing the organization’s talent acquisition strategy and process, including recruiting, interviewing, and hiring

• Establishing employee performance review, training, and/or development programs