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Human Resources Managers in New Jersey

Human Resources Managers plan, direct, and coordinate HR activities for organizations of all sizes and industries. They oversee recruitment, employee relations, compensation, training, and compliance with labor laws In New Jersey the median pay is $172,440 a year, 16% above the national median of $149,280.

$172,440median pay in New Jersey, per year
$135,940–$218,050middle half earn
6,400employed in New Jersey
$149,280U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in New Jersey

71open roles like this on employer career sites, 3 in New Jersey or remote
28employers hiring
34posted in the last 7 days
CA · NE · FLwhere most openings are

Openings in New Jersey and remote

Openings are read from employers’ own career pages and public job boards and change daily. Search all openings (free account) to filter by distance, pay and how well you qualify.

What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Active ListeningReading ComprehensionSpeakingManagement of Personnel ResourcesWritingCoordinationCritical ThinkingActive Learning

Knowledge areas

Personnel and Human ResourcesEnglish LanguageAdministration and ManagementCustomer and Personal ServiceEducation and TrainingLaw and Government

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Licenses and training in New Jersey

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O*NET-SOC 11-3121.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New Jersey, annual.