Human Resources Specialists
Every task in this role, whether it passes the census's structural hand-over screen, which models pass it, and why. It is a screen, not a claim about what AI can do: a task can pass and still be beyond the systems of the day. The stricter and looser rules re-vote every task, and small differences between roles are noise.
Passes the screen · 3 of 26 tasks
Prepare or maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software.
quick to check, an existing check settles it, and a mistake is cheap · 5.6% of the role's time · $4.1B · passed by Claude Sonnet, Gemini 3.1 Pro · the models disagreed
Contact job applicants to inform them of the status of their applications.
quick to check, an existing check settles it, and a mistake is cheap · 4.0% of the role's time · $3.0B · all three pass it
Schedule or administer skill, intelligence, psychological, or drug tests for current or prospective employees.
quick to check, an existing check settles it, and a mistake is cheap · 2.8% of the role's time · $2.0B · passed by Claude Sonnet, Gemini 3.1 Pro · the models disagreed
Does not pass
Review employment applications and job orders to match applicants with job requirements.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 8.2% of the role's time · $6.0B
Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 7.4% of the role's time · $5.4B · waiting on a check
Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 6.6% of the role's time · $4.8B · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed
Select qualified job applicants or refer them to managers, making hiring recommendations when appropriate.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 6.5% of the role's time · $4.8B
Review and evaluate applicant qualifications or eligibility for specified licensing, according to established guidelines and designated licensing codes.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 5.6% of the role's time · $4.1B · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed
Advise management on organizing, preparing, or implementing recruiting or retention programs.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 5.1% of the role's time · $3.7B
Perform searches for qualified job candidates, using sources such as computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, media advertisements, job fairs, recruiting firms, or employee referrals.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 4.8% of the role's time · $3.5B
Inform job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, or promotion opportunities.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 4.6% of the role's time · $3.4B · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed · waiting on a check
Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 4.4% of the role's time · $3.2B
Interview job applicants to obtain information on work history, training, education, or job skills.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.7% of the role's time · $2.7B · waiting on a check
Analyze employment-related data and prepare required reports.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.4% of the role's time · $2.5B · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed
Develop or implement recruiting strategies to meet current or anticipated staffing needs.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 3.2% of the role's time · $2.3B
Administer employee benefit plans.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked · 3.2% of the role's time · $2.3B
Schedule or conduct new employee orientations.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.6% of the role's time · $1.9B · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed · waiting on a check
Evaluate recruitment or selection criteria to ensure conformance to professional, statistical, or testing standards, recommending revisions, as needed.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.6% of the role's time · $1.9B · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed
Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 2.5% of the role's time · $1.8B
Provide management with information or training related to interviewing, performance appraisals, counseling techniques, or documentation of performance issues.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.3% of the role's time · $1.7B
Maintain and update human resources documents, such as organizational charts, employee handbooks or directories, or performance evaluation forms.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.2% of the role's time · $1.6B · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed
Conduct reference or background checks on job applicants.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.2% of the role's time · $1.6B · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed
Confer with management to develop or implement personnel policies or procedures.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.9% of the role's time · $1.4B
Coordinate with outside staffing agencies to secure temporary employees, based on departmental needs.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.9% of the role's time · $1.4B
Conduct exit interviews and ensure that necessary employment termination paperwork is completed.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.3% of the role's time · $977M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed
Evaluate selection or testing techniques by conducting research or follow-up activities and conferring with management or supervisory personnel.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.2% of the role's time · $858M
Where this role works
| Industry | Workers | Wage bill | Passes the screen | All three pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment Services | 138,370 | $9.2B | $1.1B | $372M |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | 70,720 | $6.1B | $761M | $249M |
| Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation) | 38,300 | $4.1B | $504M | $165M |
| Computer Systems Design and Related Services | 35,850 | $3.5B | $432M | $141M |
| Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services | 38,440 | $3.3B | $410M | $134M |
| Local Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation) | 31,820 | $2.5B | $312M | $102M |
| General Medical and Surgical Hospitals | 22,870 | $1.7B | $216M | $70.7M |
| Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools | 20,210 | $1.5B | $187M | $61.0M |
| Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services | 17,420 | $1.5B | $185M | $60.6M |
| Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only) | 14,210 | $1.3B | $162M | $53.1M |