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Careers›Roles›Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator
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Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator

The HR management support — coordinating HR activities and supporting HR managers with administrative and operational tasks.

Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator pay typically runs $84K–$106K at this level, and jobs in this field are projected to grow 5% through 2034.

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Industries that often hire Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinators
Professional Services · 16%Manufacturing · 9%Administrative Services · 9%Healthcare · 9%Government · 8%Financial Services · 8%
Job markets for Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinators
Where Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator jobs concentrate · ~354 metro areas
Based on employment in related occupations
Mapped SOC categories:
Human Resources
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
Jump to:What it's likeCareer pathsBy the numbers

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What it's like

What it's like to be a Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator

As HR Manager Coordinator, you support HR managers and generalists with the administrative and coordination aspects of HR work. You help with employee onboarding logistics, maintain HR records, coordinate HR projects, and handle tasks that enable HR managers to focus on strategic work and employee relations.

Your days involve varied HR support. You might prepare onboarding materials for new hires, update employee files, schedule interviews for the recruiting team, compile data for an HR report, and coordinate a training session logistics. You get broad exposure to HR while providing essential support to keep operations running.

The hardest part is managing diverse tasks across multiple HR areas without dropping balls. HR Manager Coordinators who thrive are organized generalists, comfortable switching between different types of work, and eager to learn about all aspects of HR.

What people in this role value
RelationshipsHigh
RecognitionAbove avg
AchievementAbove avg
Working ConditionsAbove avg
IndependenceAbove avg
SupportModerate
O*NET Work Values survey
Role Profile
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Things that vary from job to job as a Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator
HR scope supportedTeam structureAdministrative vs project workEmployee interactionSpecialization opportunity
HR Manager Coordinator roles vary by what they support — some focus on specific HR areas; others provide broad support across all HR functions. The balance between routine administrative work and project coordination varies. Some roles have significant employee interaction; others are more behind-the-scenes. Team structure determines who you learn from and support.
✦ Editorial — written by Truest from industry research and career patterns

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Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape — and where it can take you.

Earning potential across this track
$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying386 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
Energy & Utilities$136K+15%
Professional Services$128K+9%
Technology & Information$128K+9%
Financial Services$119K+1%
Wholesale & Distribution$106K-10%
Compared to Human Resources average across all industries
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinators (SOC 11-3121.00), not just this title · BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
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Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) CoordinatorTalent Acquisition CoordinatorRecruiting CoordinatorHr Ops Manager (human Resources Operations Manager) Coordinator

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What it takes to advance
1
HR fundamentals
Understanding employment law, policies, and HR best practices enables advancement
2
HRIS proficiency
Strong system skills make you more valuable and efficient
3
Business acumen
Understanding how HR supports business goals differentiates coordinators
Lateral Moves
HR Coordinator
If you want a more defined HR coordination role
Recruiting Coordinator →
If you want to specialize in talent acquisition support
Questions you might ask when interviewing
Which HR functions or managers will this role support?
What is the balance between administrative tasks and project coordination?
What HR systems will I be working with?
What opportunities exist to develop expertise in specific HR areas?
What does career progression look like for coordinators in this organization?
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The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape — helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$84K–$208K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
216K
U.S. Employment
+5%
10yr Growth
18K
Annual Openings

How Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator pay & employment are changing

$97K$94K$91K$88K$85K201920202021202220232024$85K$97K
BLS OEWS May 2024 · BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

Active ListeningManagement of Personnel ResourcesReading ComprehensionSpeakingCoordinationWritingComplex Problem SolvingTime ManagementJudgment and Decision MakingSocial Perceptiveness
O*NET OnLine · Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mapped SOC Codes
11-3121.00

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Common questions about what it's like to be a Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator

What does a Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator do?

The HR management support — coordinating HR activities and supporting HR managers with administrative and operational tasks.

How much does a Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator make?

Median pay for a Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator is about $140K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $84K to $208K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).

What skills does a Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator need?

Core skills for this role include Active Listening, Management of Personnel Resources, Reading Comprehension, Speaking, and Coordination.

What education do you need to be a Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator?

Most people in this role hold a bachelor's degree.

Is a Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator in demand?

Employment in this field is projected to grow about 5% through 2034, with roughly 215,520 people working in it today (BLS).

What jobs are similar to a Hr Manager (human Resources Manager) Coordinator?

Closely related roles include HR Manager (Human Resources Manager), Labor Relations Manager, and HR Ops Manager (Human Resources Operations Manager).

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