HR Leader Salary in San Jose, California

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How much does an HR Leader make in San Jose, CA? The average HR Leader salary in San Jose, CA is $141,068 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $122,518 and $161,967. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Human Resources Director
AGSE - Santa Fe Springs , CA
AGSE has been the world leader in development and manufacturing of innovative ground support ... The DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES provides executive-level leadership and guidance to the ...
LinkedIn - 1 day ago
Human Resources Director
Leupold + Stevens, Inc. - Beaverton , OR
Director, Human Resources Typical Base Salary Range of $130,000 to $160,000 (DOE) Please Refer to ... Leads the design and management of staffing, compensation, reward, recognition, benefits, and ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
Vice President Global Human Resources
Hyve Solutions - Fremont , CA
Hyve Solutions is a leader in the design to worldwide deployment of hyperscale digital ... SNX). Vice President, Global Human Resources - (Position is in Fremont California) The Vice ...
LinkedIn - 16 days ago
Human Resources Manager
Propel Recruitment LLC - San Francisco , CA
Partner with leadership to develop and refine HR policies, procedures, and best practices. 🔹 Payroll & Benefits Administration * Process payroll using Paycom , ensuring accuracy and compliance
LinkedIn - 3 days ago
Human Resources Director
CCS Consulting & EXECUTIVE SEARCH - Portland , OR
What You Bring: 🔹 8+ years of progressive HR experience , including leadership roles in mid-sized distribution or manufacturing related organizations. 🔹 Strong knowledge of employment law ...
LinkedIn - 3 days ago
HR Coordinator
HEYTEA - Diamond Bar , CA
Perform other duties as directed by HR leadership Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field * 1-3 years of relevant HR experience ...
LinkedIn - 2 days ago

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About San Jose, California    San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, th....More

San Jose, California  area prices were up 2.9% from a year ago

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