Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$50,610/yr
Typical range
$44,030 – $59,800
Education
Bachelor's degree
Time to entry
About 4 years
What a Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping does
These assistants support HR departments by handling recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee records. They help keep HR operations organized and ensure smooth processes for employees.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.
Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~4 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Customer Service Representatives — $44,770/yr
- Office Clerks, General — $45,010/yr
- Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive — $47,540/yr
- First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers — $69,500/yr
- Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks — $50,670/yr
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