Human Resources Jobs in Pennsylvania

Human Resources jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with demand concentrated in healthcare, financial services, higher education, and manufacturing across the state. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg anchor the largest share of openings, where major employers such as UPMC, Comcast, and Penn State University maintain deep HR teams. Talent acquisition, HR business partnering, and employee relations are the specialties drawing the most interest from Pennsylvania hiring managers right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles158+
Top employerApplegreen
Top cityPhiladelphia, PA
Cities hiring84
Work type57% Hybrid
Top industryManufacturing

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Caron Treatment Center
HR Coordinator
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Caron Treatment Center
New 20h ago
HR Coordinator
Caron Treatment Center
Wernersville, Pennsylvania
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
Associate's degree in Business Administration
501-1,000

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HR Coordinator
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HR Coordinator
Glenmede Trust Company
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Administrative & Office Support
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in business administration

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St. Barnabas Health System, Inc.
Director of Human Resources
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St. Barnabas Health System, Inc.
New 21h ago
Director of Human Resources
St. Barnabas Health System, Inc.
Gibsonia, Pennsylvania
Business Development
Business Strategy
Partnerships & Business Development
Bachelor's degree in business administration
501-1,000

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Griswold
People & Culture Coordinator | Human Resources
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People & Culture Coordinator | Human Resources
Griswold
Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$49k - $54k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in psychology
1,001-5,000

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The Terraces at Capitol Village
Human Resources Coordinator
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The Terraces at Capitol Village
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Human Resources Coordinator
The Terraces at Capitol Village
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
$20 - $25/hr
51-200

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Human Resources Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Harrisburg
5 jobs
Erie
4 jobs
Shippensburg
4 jobs
Pittston
3 jobs
Bethlehem
3 jobs
Quakertown
3 jobs
Bedford
2 jobs

Human Resources Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Applegreen
    Applegreen15
  • T
    Temple Health8
  • Power Home Remodeling
    Power Home Remodeling4
  • Walmart
    Walmart3
  • Flowers Foods
    Flowers Foods2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in human resources jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
  • SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred or required by most mid-to-large employers
  • Demonstrated experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or ADP
  • Working knowledge of Pennsylvania employment law, including PA Human Relations Act compliance
  • Experience managing full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations processes
  • Strong communication skills and ability to partner with managers across multiple business units

Human Resources Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a human resources professional in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania does not require a state-issued license to work in human resources, so the path runs through education and professional certification. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. From there, earning a SHRM-CP or PHR credential through the Society for Human Resource Management or HRCI significantly strengthens your candidacy. Many Pennsylvania universities, including Penn State and Temple, offer HR degree programs with strong employer connections in the region.

Which companies hire human resources professionals in Pennsylvania?

Companies currently hiring human resources professionals in Pennsylvania include Applegreen, Temple Health, and Power Home Remodeling, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of large healthcare systems, financial institutions, and manufacturing firms means HR roles appear at employers of every size across the state.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most human resources jobs?

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg account for the most human resources openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its dense concentration of corporate headquarters, health systems, and universities, while Pittsburgh's healthcare and technology sectors drive strong demand there, and Harrisburg's government agencies and regional employers sustain a steady base of HR openings in the capital region.

Are there remote human resources jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, and more than most fields, since much of the work in areas like recruiting, HR operations, and people analytics translates well to remote settings. About 67% of human resources openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have accepted distributed HR teams. Roles focused on employee relations, labor relations, or on-site HR business partnering tend to require more in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a human resources professional in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an HR coordinator or HR assistant role, which many Pennsylvania employers use as a starting point for building generalist skills. Large healthcare systems like UPMC and Jefferson Health run structured HR rotational or associate programs aimed at new graduates. Coming from adjacent roles such as office management, payroll, or recruiting coordination is a recognized lateral move that Pennsylvania hiring managers accept. Earning a SHRM-CP early, even before your first formal HR job, gives your application a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to human resources jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to human resources jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings by location or role type, find the positions that match your experience and goals, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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