How to hire a human resource advisor

How to hire a human resource advisor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step human resource advisor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a human resource advisor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new human resource advisor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the human resource advisor you need to hire. Certain human resource advisor roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A human resource advisor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, human resource advisors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents human resource advisor salaries for various positions.

   Type of Human Resource Advisor	Description	Hourly rate
   Human Resource Advisor	Human resources managers plan, direct, and coordinate the administrative functions of an organization. They oversee the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new staff; consult with top executives on strategic planning; and serve as a link between an organization’s management and its employees.	$26-54
   Employee Relations Manager	An employee relations manager's responsibilities revolve around maintaining a strong professional relationship between employees and a company's management. They are also in charge of resolving conflicts and issues within the workplace, providing technical support on all employee programs, developing orientation and workshop activities among trainees and new members of the workforce, and addressing their concerns promptly and professionally... Show more	$28-53
   Resource Manager	A resource manager's role is to provide the staffing needs of different projects, programs, and departments while coordinating with managers and supervisors. They are responsible for monitoring an employee's performance and payroll data, recommending available staff to join projects and programs, maintaining documentation and records of all transactions, and hire new staff as needed... Show more	$25-51

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Performance Management
   • Payroll
   • Employee Engagement
   • HRIS
   • EEO
   • PowerPoint
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Shared Services
   • Labor Relations
   • Process Improvement
   • Workforce Planning
   • Exit Interviews
   • Organizational Development

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the selection of AvalonBay's HRMS ERP vendor.
   • Manage the sourcing and procurement of vendors through the RFI and RFP process.
   • Lead the preparation and investigation of EEO charges, unemployment claims, and other employee complaints and concerns.
   • Coach management team to achieve AAP goals and to promote positive employee relations through internal or external candidate selection.
   • Lead corporate-wide FLSA and compensation job audits, create U.S. and European salary schedules, and provide related management training.
   • Manage communications for P2L via SharePoint and executive messaging channels.

   More human resource advisor duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your human resource advisor job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A human resource advisor can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, human resource advisors' average salary in south carolina is 36% less than in new york.
   • Seniority. Entry-level human resource advisors 51% less than senior-level human resource advisors.
   • Certifications. A human resource advisor with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a human resource advisor's salary.

   Average human resource advisor salary

   $78,852yearly

   $37.91 hourly rate

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   Entry-level human resource advisor salary

   $55,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average human resource advisor salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New York	$98,488	$47
   2	Massachusetts	$96,367	$46
   3	Arizona	$90,188	$43
   4	Minnesota	$89,399	$43
   5	North Carolina	$88,310	$42
   6	Virginia	$88,228	$42
   7	Rhode Island	$88,173	$42
   8	Connecticut	$86,705	$42
   9	Texas	$83,689	$40
   10	New Jersey	$83,372	$40
   11	California	$82,147	$39
   12	Georgia	$81,721	$39
   13	Ohio	$81,620	$39
   14	Pennsylvania	$81,591	$39
   15	Illinois	$80,066	$38
   16	Missouri	$78,606	$38
   17	Iowa	$78,495	$38
   18	District of Columbia	$74,857	$36
   19	Oregon	$71,936	$35
   20	Washington	$70,802	$34

   Average human resource advisor salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	BP America Inc	$125,028	$60.11
   2	Intuit	$120,548	$57.96	10
   3	Mayo Clinic	$118,645	$57.04	4
   4	CITGO Petroleum	$113,968	$54.79
   5	Citi	$111,972	$53.83	19
   6	UBS	$110,361	$53.06
   7	Bayer	$109,639	$52.71	8
   8	BNY Mellon	$108,221	$52.03
   9	Waters	$108,067	$51.96	8
   10	Amd	$107,822	$51.84	1
   11	Valero Energy	$107,599	$51.73
   12	Nike	$106,269	$51.09	2
   13	Dell	$106,056	$50.99	3
   14	PBF Energy	$101,087	$48.60
   15	DLA Piper	$100,512	$48.32	1
   16	Capital Group	$100,349	$48.24	2
   17	HSBC Bank	$100,191	$48.17	3
   18	Ralph Lauren	$98,696	$47.45	1
   19	Diamond Offshore Drilling	$97,995	$47.11
   20	Generac Holdings	$97,403	$46.83	1

4. Writing a human resource advisor job description

   A job description for a human resource advisor role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a human resource advisor job description:

   Human resource advisor job description example

   The HR Advisor is an integral part of the Talent group at TEAM, providing an extraordinary experience to internal business partners and candidates alike. The HR Advisor is responsible for performing administrative tasks in support of the organization's recruiting function, HR systems, and compliance.
   Essential Job Functions
   Assists with scheduling interviews for candidates and hiring managers, booking travel arrangements and managing expense reimbursement Process, drug screen and backgrounds checks and communicates with hiring manager to ensure seamless onboarding for new hires Tracks and updates candidate interactions in the ATSVerify and monitor I-9 process Respond to local, state, and federal compliance requests Complete employee verification request Manage multiple department mailboxes Process unemployment claims Process department mail Other duties and special projects as assigned
   
   Job Qualifications
   Bachelor's degree from an accredited university preferred Two to four years of experience in administrative support function in a fast pace environment required Experience supporting Talent Acquisition preferred Must be organized and have strong attention to detail Must be passionate about working with people on a daily basis while juggling multiple tasks Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Word and ExcelExperience using Applicant Tracking Systems preferred; Workday preferred
   
   Work Conditions
   Position is located at the corporate office Work is conducted in a semi-private office/cubicle setting Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the core work hours of 9:30 am to 3:30 pm Flex Schedule available (3 days in office, 2 days home)
   
   TEAM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
   This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right human resource advisor for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your human resource advisor job on Zippia to find and attract quality human resource advisor candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as hrcrossing, ihirehr, hrjobs, shrm hr jobs.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with human resource advisor candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new human resource advisor

   Once you have selected a candidate for the human resource advisor position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new human resource advisor. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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