Human Resources Professionals perform some or all of the following duties:

• Design and implement HR and labour-relations strategies, policies, and programs
• Advise management and employees on compensation, benefits, and collective agreements
• Negotiate labour contracts and mediate workplace disputes
• Develop job classifications, salary scales, and performance frameworks
• Administer staffing, training, career development, equity, and wellness programs
• Maintain HR information systems and workforce records
• Coordinate performance appraisal processes
• Evaluate workplace health-and-safety practices and recommend improvements
• Recruit and supervise HR staff

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• A university degree or college diploma in human resources, business administration, industrial relations, commerce, psychology, or a related field is usually required.
• Completion of professional human resources development programs may be required.
• Some employers prefer the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation.
• Many employers offer pension plans, medical and dental coverage, life insurance, paid leave, and employer contributions to pension and employment insurance programs.