Skill Demand Index
Based on 1 scored job postings out of 2,449 total. Depth levels reflect actual proficiency tiers, not just keyword presence.
0%
Demand Rate
L1
Median Depth
100%
Gap Rate
1
Jobs Analyzed
Minimal
Most employers want HR at introductory awareness.
Overview
Market context for HR in the current job market
HR is required in 0% of scored job postings on ShouldApply, making it a growing skill in the current job market. Employers looking for HR typically want candidates who can demonstrate real proficiency, not just surface awareness.
What the data shows for HR:
What L1 means in practice:
L1 (Minimal) means you can discuss the concept but haven’t used it in production. Many entry-level positions accept this.
This means employers aren't looking for someone who has used HR once or twice. They want evidence of professional application — shipped work, measurable outcomes, and the ability to operate independently.
Common skill gaps:
The gap rate of 100% means most applicants lack HR at the depth employers need. This is a real opportunity for candidates who invest in building genuine proficiency.
Which roles need HR most:
HR / Recruiting positions drive 100% of demand. Skills commonly paired with HR include Writing & Editing and Program Management.
Depth Level Distribution
How candidates match HR requirements across 1 scored evaluations
Average depth: L1.0·Median depth: L1.0
Salary Correlation
How HR affects compensation based on postings with disclosed salary data
Without HR
$137K
Median $130K
453 jobs
Skill Demand Insight
“HR appears in 0% of all scored jobs.”
From 1 scored job postings
Skill Pairings
Other skills that frequently appear alongside HR
Gap Analysis
How often HR is identified as a skill gap (L0–L1) in scored applications
High gap rate — most candidates are underqualified
When HR appears in a job's requirements, 100% of scored applicants received an L0 or L1 (missing or minimal).
Yes. HR appears in 0% of scored job postings on ShouldApply, making it a growing skill in the current market. Based on 1 analyzed jobs, demand is steady across multiple role types.
The median required depth is L1. Many positions accept basic to intermediate proficiency.
Salary data for HR is still accumulating.
The most common pairings are Writing & Editing, Program Management, Crisis Communication, HR & Legal practices, HR Communications. Strengthening these alongside HR improves your fit across more positions.
Top roles: HR / Recruiting. HR / Recruiting positions have the highest demand at 100% of all HR jobs.
L1→L2: online courses and personal projects. L2→L3: daily professional use and shipped work. L3→L4: mentoring others and optimizing processes. L4→L5: architecture decisions, open source contributions, or published work.
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