What is a personnel system manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a personnel system manager

1. Explore personnel system manager education requirements

   Most common personnel system manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   53.8 %

   Associate

   36.9 %

   Master's

   4.6 %

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2. Start to develop specific personnel system manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Computer System	16.90%
   Windows	9.41%
   Unix	8.36%
   Data Integrity	8.10%
   Personnel Data System	7.63%

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3. Complete relevant personnel system manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New personnel system managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a personnel system manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real personnel system manager resumes.

4. Research personnel system manager duties and responsibilities

   • Operate CAS-B, a Unix base system, for inventory control and accomplishing work orders.
   • Lead design of POS replenishment process and software design/implementation to significantly increase retail sales.
   • Provide Admin support for computer users that need assistance with software issues, installs, troubleshoot, network issues/CAC log ins.
   • Maintain security of both electronic and physical records against unauthorize access and release according to HIPAA, state and federal regulations.

5. Apply for personnel system manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a personnel system manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams