Human Resources Manager Jobs in Missouri

Human Resources Manager jobs in Missouri are active and consistent, concentrated in healthcare systems, financial services, manufacturing, and logistics across a workforce market anchored by St. Louis, Kansas City, and Columbia. Large employers with lasting HR hiring needs in Missouri include Mercy Health, Edward Jones, and Emerson Electric. The most in-demand specialties are employee relations, talent acquisition, and HR business partner roles supporting multi-site operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles98
Top employerState of Missouri
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring31
Work type52% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Nestlé Purina
Senior Human Resources Generalist
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Nestlé Purina
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Senior Human Resources Generalist
Nestlé Purina
Bloomfield, Missouri
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$85k - $107k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Burrell Behavioral Health
Human Resources Business Partner
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Burrell Behavioral Health
New 21h ago
Human Resources Business Partner
Burrell Behavioral Health
St. Louis, Missouri
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
Bachelor's degree in business administration
1,001-5,000

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Jefferson City Public Schools
Human Resources (HR) Specialist
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Jefferson City Public Schools
Added 1d ago
Human Resources (HR) Specialist
Jefferson City Public Schools
Jefferson City, Missouri
Administrative & Office Support
Business Analysis
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Special School District of St. Louis County
Human Resources Clerk
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Special School District of St. Louis County
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Human Resources Clerk
Special School District of St. Louis County
Town and Country, Missouri
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
$21.84 - $25.87/hr
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Human Resources Coordinator
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Human Resources Coordinator
JOPLIN SCHOOLS
Joplin, Missouri
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED

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Human Resources Manager Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis
24 jobs
Kansas City
15 jobs
Columbia
10 jobs
Jefferson City
9 jobs
Springfield
6 jobs
Joplin
3 jobs
Branson
3 jobs
Clayton
2 jobs
Parkville
2 jobs

Human Resources Manager Job Market in Missouri

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

Who's Hiring

State of Missouri
State of Missouri5 open roles
JBS Foods
JBS Foods3 open roles
Target
Target2 open roles

What Missouri Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
  • PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred or required by most Missouri employers
  • Five or more years of progressive HR experience including supervisory or management responsibility
  • Demonstrated expertise in Missouri employment law, FMLA compliance, and EEOC regulations
  • Experience managing full-cycle recruitment, benefits administration, and employee relations programs
  • Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or ADP Workforce Now

Human Resources Manager Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a human resources manager in Missouri?

Missouri does not require a state-issued license to work as a human resources manager, so the path runs through education and professional certification. Most Missouri employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in human resources or business, followed by several years in generalist or specialist HR roles. Earning the SHRM-CP or PHR credential through the Society for Human Resource Management or HRCI significantly strengthens a candidacy and is increasingly listed as a requirement rather than a preference.

How much do human resources managers make in Missouri?

Human resources managers in Missouri earn a median of about $130,680 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,730 for the lowest 10% to over $225,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire human resources managers in Missouri?

Missouri human resources manager roles are posted by State of Missouri, JBS Foods, and Target and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's mix of large healthcare networks, financial services headquarters, and regional manufacturing operations means consistent HR hiring well beyond just the major metros.

Which Missouri cities have the most human resources manager jobs?

St. Louis, Kansas City, and Columbia lead Missouri for human resources manager openings. St. Louis and Kansas City generate the largest share of postings because both metros are home to major corporate headquarters, sprawling healthcare systems, and regional distribution operations that each maintain substantial in-house HR teams, while Columbia's anchor institutions and growing professional services sector round out the demand.

Are there remote human resources manager jobs in Missouri?

Yes, and they are more common than in many other management roles, since a meaningful portion of HR work involves documentation, policy development, and digital communication that can be done offsite. About 48% of human resources manager openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting genuine employer flexibility in the field. Employee relations investigations, onboarding, and culture-focused work are most likely to require on-site presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving up from an HR coordinator, HR generalist, or recruiter role at a Missouri employer, then pursuing a manager title once you have demonstrated ownership of a process or program. Large Missouri healthcare systems such as BJC HealthCare and Mercy Health routinely hire HR coordinators and HR assistants as a pipeline for future managers. Earning the SHRM-CP credential early signals readiness for management responsibility and consistently gives Missouri candidates an edge when competing for that first manager posting.

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

Migrate Mate lists current human resources manager openings in Missouri sourced from employers across the state. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your background and location preference, and apply directly to the positions that fit. No signup is needed to see the listings.

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