Business & operations
Human resources specialist
Support recruitment, employee records and workplace processes.
BLS · May 2025
EDUCATION & ENTRY
Business or related study + applied experience
Business and related degrees can provide a foundation. Look for experience in recruiting, employee services, data handling and communication; requirements vary by employer.
The state’s typical entry education classification is “Bachelor's degree.” This describes the occupation broadly; employers, programs and licensing bodies set specific requirements.
CONNECT THE CAREER TO A PLACE TO LEARN
Oregon training options
These are related routes to investigate. Confirm the full preparation, current admissions and eligibility for your intended role with the provider.
Eastern Oregon University
Business Administration
Explore organizations, finance, operations and decisions across business functions.
Ask: Which projects and internships would help me compete for an entry-level role?
Program page reviewed September 15, 2026
Southern Oregon University
Business Administration
Study business functions with options in accounting, management and marketing.
Ask: Which concentration and capstone would best demonstrate the skills needed for my target entry role?
Program page reviewed September 15, 2026
Western Oregon University
Business — Management
Explore organizations, people and decision-making through the management concentration of the Business BS.
Ask: What applied work would show an employer I can support a team and improve business processes?
Program page reviewed September 15, 2026
Pacific University
Business Administration
Build a foundation in organizational decisions, business operations and practical analysis.
Ask: Which concentration gives me useful entry-level work samples, and how is practical experience arranged?
Program page reviewed September 15, 2026
Corban University
Business — Associate of Arts
Build a foundation in organizational decisions, business operations and practical analysis.
Ask: How would these credits transfer, and what practical skills could I demonstrate after two years?
Program page reviewed September 15, 2026
Bushnell University
Business Administration
Build a foundation in organizational decisions, business operations and practical analysis.
Ask: Which applied projects would demonstrate my skills, and is the additional MBA appropriate for my current goal?
Program page reviewed September 15, 2026
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Would I enjoy handling sensitive information and helping people navigate workplace questions?
Before choosing a program, ask for prerequisites, the complete timeline, class and placement schedules, and a full cost estimate including supplies, exams, travel and living expenses.
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The median is the midpoint of estimated wages for Oregon workers in this occupation. The hourly median is $37.53. These figures describe workers across experience levels; they are not starting pay or the earnings of graduates from the programs below.
Oregon projects employment moving from 11,121 jobs in 2024 to 12,147 in 2034. The projected 10,098 openings over the decade include growth and replacement needs as workers leave an occupation. Dividing that total by ten gives the rounded annual average shown above. These are projections, not today’s vacancies.
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