Human Resources Representative Jobs

Human Resources Representative jobs are open across healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and corporate services, from entry-level generalist to senior HR business partner, with specializations in employee relations, benefits administration, and talent acquisition. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles454+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerOrkin
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Human Resources Representative
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Human Resources Representative
Sanmina
Houston, Texas
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

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People Operations Coordinator
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New 11h ago
People Operations Coordinator
RNGD
Metairie, Louisiana
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in communications

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People & Office Operations Manager
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People & Office Operations Manager
JPT Group, Inc.
San Jose, California
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$75k - $80k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Senior Manager, People Operations
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Senior Manager, People Operations
Intercare Therapy
Los Angeles, California
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Program Management
$100k - $120k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business
501-1,000

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Director, People Operations & Total Rewards
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Director, People Operations & Total Rewards
Brio Water Technology, Inc.
Glendale, California
Creative & Design
Product Management
UI/UX Design
$170k - $220k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
51-200

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Human Resources Representative Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Orkin20
  • Sanmina4
  • Buc-ee's4
  • SmithGroup4
  • Turnitin4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software10
  • Education3
  • Manufacturing2
  • Investment & Asset Management2
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in human resources representative jobs.

  • 1-3 years of HR generalist or HR coordinator experience in a professional environment
  • Proficiency with an HRIS or applicant tracking system such as Workday or SAP
  • Knowledge of federal and state employment laws including FMLA, ADA, and FLSA
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
  • SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent HR certification preferred or required at mid-level
  • Strong written communication skills for drafting policies, offer letters, and documentation

Tips for Your Human Resources Representative Job Search

Tailor your resume to HR specializations

Generic HR resumes get overlooked. Highlight whether your background leans toward employee relations, benefits, recruiting, or compliance, and mirror the exact language in each job posting. Hiring managers scan for specific functional depth, not broad HR experience alone.

Certify before competing at mid-level

Many HR representative postings at the mid-level screen for SHRM-CP or PHR credentials before an interview is offered. If you're applying without one, address it directly in your cover letter by naming in-progress coursework or a scheduled exam date.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists human resources representative openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by HRIS platform experience

Many HR representative roles require hands-on experience with a specific applicant tracking system or HRIS. Search by the platform name alongside the job title to surface postings where your tool experience is a direct match rather than a gap to explain.

Prepare for scenario-based interview questions

HR representative interviews frequently use behavioral scenarios around conflict resolution, confidentiality breaches, and policy enforcement. Prepare two or three concrete examples where you navigated a sensitive employee situation and reached a documented resolution.

Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay

HR candidates are expected to understand total compensation structures. When negotiating your offer, ask specifically about PTO accrual rates, professional development reimbursement, and benefits eligibility start dates, since these vary significantly across employers in this role.

Human Resources Representative Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most human resources representatives?

The companies hiring the most human resources representatives right now include Orkin, Sanmina, and Buc-ee's, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, large retailers, and staffing firms consistently post the highest volume of these roles.

How many human resources representative jobs are remote?

About 72% of human resources representative openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies by function. Benefits administration and HR information systems roles tend to offer more remote flexibility, while employee relations and onboarding-focused positions are more likely to require on-site presence at least part of the week.

How do you become a human resources representative?

Start by earning a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, then gain hands-on experience through an HR coordinator or HR assistant role. Pursue a SHRM-CP or PHR certification to strengthen your candidacy at the representative level. Building experience across recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations makes you competitive for generalist openings.

Can you get hired as a human resources representative with little experience?

Yes, entry-level human resources representative roles do exist, particularly at staffing agencies, mid-size companies, and in high-turnover industries like retail and hospitality. Candidates with an HR-related degree, internship experience, or exposure to onboarding and benefits administration are competitive even without years of full-time HR work. Demonstrating comfort with HRIS tools and employment law basics helps significantly.

What does the human resources representative interview process look like?

Most HR representative interview processes include an initial phone screen with a recruiter, followed by one or two rounds with an HR manager or business partner. Expect behavioral questions around handling employee complaints, maintaining confidentiality, and interpreting HR policy. Some employers add a written exercise such as drafting a disciplinary memo or responding to a sample employee relations scenario.

Where can I find and apply to human resources representative jobs?

You can find and apply to human resources representative jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing. New openings are added regularly, so checking back frequently gives you access to the latest postings before they fill.

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