Human Resources Specialist Jobs in Missouri

Human Resources Specialist jobs in Missouri concentrate heavily in healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and government administration, with steady demand at every level from entry-level HR coordinators to senior employee relations specialists. Kansas City and St. Louis anchor most of the hiring, with Columbia growing as a secondary market, and well-established employers such as BJC HealthCare, Cerner (now Oracle Health), and Edward Jones maintaining consistent HR teams across the state. The most in-demand specialties right now are talent acquisition, benefits administration, and HR compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles99
Top employerState of Missouri
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring32
Work type60% 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
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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 Specialist Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis
25 jobs
Kansas City
14 jobs
Columbia
10 jobs
Jefferson City
9 jobs
Springfield
7 jobs
Joplin
3 jobs
Branson
3 jobs
Parkville
2 jobs
Wentzville
2 jobs

Human Resources Specialist 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 specialist jobs across Missouri.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
  • PHR or SHRM-CP certification recognized by Missouri employers as a strong differentiator
  • Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or SAP SuccessFactors
  • Working knowledge of Missouri and federal employment law including FLSA and FMLA requirements
  • Experience managing full-cycle recruiting or employee onboarding processes
  • Strong written communication skills for policy drafting and employee documentation

Human Resources Specialist Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a human resources specialist in Missouri?

A bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field is the standard entry point for human resources specialist roles in Missouri. Missouri does not require a state-issued HR license, but most competitive candidates pursue the SHRM-CP or PHR certification through the Society for Human Resource Management or the HR Certification Institute. Employers at major Missouri healthcare systems, insurers, and manufacturers treat these credentials as a practical signal of professional readiness.

How much do human resources specialists make in Missouri?

Human resources specialists in Missouri earn a median of about $66,990 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $44,730 for the lowest 10% to over $110,660 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire human resources specialists in Missouri?

Missouri human resources specialist 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 strong healthcare, financial services, and logistics sectors mean consistent HR openings across the state throughout the year.

Which Missouri cities have the most human resources specialist jobs?

St. Louis, Kansas City, and Columbia have the most human resources specialist openings in Missouri. St. Louis leads because of its dense concentration of healthcare systems, Fortune 500 headquarters, and financial services firms, while Kansas City drives demand through its growing tech sector and major logistics and insurance employers, and Columbia attracts openings tied to the University of Missouri system and its affiliated healthcare network.

Are there remote human resources specialist jobs in Missouri?

Yes, and more than many fields, because much of HR generalist and specialist work involves documentation, systems access, and communication that translates well to remote settings. About 40% of human resources specialist openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how broadly the role has shifted away from purely on-site work. Benefits administration, talent acquisition, and HRIS coordination tend to be the most remote-friendly specialties.

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

The most realistic entry path is an HR coordinator or HR assistant role, which large Missouri employers such as BJC HealthCare, the University of Missouri system, and major Kansas City logistics companies hire for regularly and use as a pipeline into specialist positions. Internship programs at these institutions and at mid-size Missouri manufacturers are a concrete starting point. Candidates who earn the SHRM-CP while still in school or early in their career stand out, and adjacent roles in payroll, office administration, or recruiting coordination are recognized transition points by Missouri HR hiring managers.

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

You can find and apply to human resources specialist jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across Kansas City, St. Louis, Columbia, and beyond. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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