human resources
plural noun
1
: personnel sense 1a
hiring more human resources
2
: personnel sense 2
Human resources will contact you about your interview.
the company's human resources department
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The Harrisonville School District’s website lists Parkhurst as the district’s assistant superintendent of human resources and operations, a position he’s held since July 2023, according to a resume listed on his personal website.
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Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
The leader of Mecklenburg’s human resources department also pulls in more than the city’s — $239,030 to $229,029.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2026
At the same time, my background in human resources reinforced the importance of people—building strong teams, fostering trust, and creating a culture where individuals can contribute at their best.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
The Cordova Recreation & Park District declined to comment, said Andrea White, the district’s human resources manager.
—Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2026
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Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
The leader of Mecklenburg’s human resources department also pulls in more than the city’s — $239,030 to $229,029.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2026
At the same time, my background in human resources reinforced the importance of people—building strong teams, fostering trust, and creating a culture where individuals can contribute at their best.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
The Cordova Recreation & Park District declined to comment, said Andrea White, the district’s human resources manager.
—Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2026
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“Human resources.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/human%20resources. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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