Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) Salary

Chief human resources officers (CHROs) hold a key administration position, regularly reporting to the chief executive officer and advising senior staff. They supervise all human resources administration for their company, including any human resources staff members. They design human resources practices and regulations, as well as present any proposals for changes to senior management and oversee implementation. Additionally, chief human resources officers help ensure their organization has the necessary workforce to meet all of business needs and goals.

Chief human resources officers must encourage staff development and retention, providing training, developmental assignments, and performance-based bonuses as necessary. They need to regularly assess the efficacy of these initiatives and overall performance of the personnel under their supervision. They must ensure employee morale is high, determining any causes for low morale and working with relevant managers and other staff members to create and implement solutions.

Chief human resources officers should have experience leading a human resources department, generally at least eight to 10 years of experience that includes supervising human resources staff. A bachelor's degree is generally required for this position, and a master's degree may be preferred. Chief human resources officers must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and time-management skills, as well as proficiency with basic computer programs. (Copyright 2017 PayScale.com)

Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) Tasks

• Manage the day to day operations of the human resources department.
• Oversee and ensure rewards programs are comprehensive, competitive, and align with business goals.
• Develop and improve recruiting practices and succession planning strategies.
• Account for and maintain human resources disciplines such as compensation, benefits, training, talent acquisition, and diversity.
• Design, develop, implement, and manage human resource business projects and procedures.

Chicago offers some of the highest pay in the country for Chief Human Resources Officers, 49 percent above the national average. Chief Human Resources Officers can also look forward to large paychecks in cities like New York (+34 percent), Nashville (+28 percent), Louisville (+26 percent), and Philadelphia (+23 percent). Chief Human Resources Officers in Portland make 37 percent less than the national average, proving that location is a major factor in pay. Workers in Houston and Los Angeles earn salaries that trail the national average for those in this profession (20 percent less and 14 percent less, respectively).