Occupation Profile for Personnel Recruiters
Seek out, interview, and screen applicants to fill existing and future job openings and promote career opportunities within an organization.
Signficant Points
- The educational backgrounds of these workers vary considerably, reflecting the diversity of duties and levels of responsibility.
- Certification and previous experience are assets for most specialties, and are essential for more advanced positions, including managers, arbitrators, and mediators.
- College graduates who have earned certification should have the best job opportunities.
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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
Association serving the employee benefits and compensation industry. Provides news, books, conferences, and seminars, and accreditation.
http://www.ifebp.org -
World at Work
Non-profit association dedicated to knowledge leadership in compensation, benefits and total rewards. Offers certification and education programs focusing on disciplines associated with attracting, retaining and motivating employees.
http://www.worldatwork.org/waw/index.jsp

