Personnel Managers is in the Business, Management, and Finance Career Cluster. Worker Characteristics Good ability to use words when speaking or writing Ability to check written materials, such as reports, for errors Ability to solve problems and make decisions Ability to work with numbers, such as employee benefits Desire to be a leader and influence others Willingness to supervise others and be in charge of planning projects Physical Demands Frequently need to see nearby items clearly, such as when reading a resume Frequently talk and listen to others during meetings Frequently use arms and hands to reach for and hold objects, such as files Frequently sit for long periods Occasionally use fingers to make fine movements, such as type Occasionally need to tell the difference between colors, as when choosing the proper forms Work Setting Personnel managers usually work indoors in offices. They generally work 35 to 40 hours a week. Labor relations managers occasionally work longer hours. This usually is when they are negotiating employee contracts.
Recruiters travel occasionally.
They travel across town or across the country to recruit at universities. Managers use computers to keep track of personnel files. Wages vary with level of training and experience. Entry level wages may be lower. Pay varies with the worker's experience, education, and scope of responsibility.