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21st Century Human Resources

By Sheri Mazurek on March 29, 2010

What does Human Resources look like in the 21st century?

Human Resources (HR) is a term used to describe the human capital in organizations as well as describing the department charged with developing programs and strategies to manage that capital. Today’s human resource department has evolved over the past century from the administrative role of early nineteenth century welfare managers and mid-century personnel managers into the role of a strategic business partner. While the leap from administrator to strategic partner may not be evident in all organizations, the current competency models available for the human resources professional and recent research indicate that making this leap is necessary to the success of business.

A review of the competency models provided by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), International Personnel Management Association (IPMA), and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) shows that today’s human resource professional must not only be a technical expert in the HR field, but also must understand business. In addition to this knowledge, HR Professionals are expected to be competent leaders, consultants, and change agents.

In this blog we will discuss current and relevant topics and issues important to those working in or with individuals in a human resources role. Current competency models and traditional human resource roles will serve as a guide. Additionally, current topics in the news and your suggestions will further guide the content of this blog. Feel free to ask questions and answer those posted by others.

Also, your comments are always encouraged!

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Sheri Mazurek is a training and human resource professional with over 15 years of management experience, and is skilled in all areas of employee management and human resource functions, with a specialty in learning and development. [Read more ...]

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