Human resources officer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for human resources officer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for human resources officer is 12101 (Human resources and recruitment officers), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
12101
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 12101 covers
Human resources and recruitment officers identify and advertise job vacancies, recruit candidates, and assist in the selection and reassignment of employees. They are employed throughout the private and public sectors.
| Unit group | 12101 — Human resources and recruitment officers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Business, finance and administration occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Identify current and prospective staffing requirements, prepare and post notices and advertisements, and collect and screen applications
- Advise job applicants on employment requirements and on terms and conditions of employment
- Review candidate inventories and contact potential applicants to arrange interviews and transfers, redeployment and placement of personnel
- Recruit graduates of colleges, universities and other educational institutions
- Coordinate and participate in selection and examination boards to evaluate candidates
- Notify applicants of results of selection process and prepare job offers
To use NOC 12101 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 12101 →
Other job titles under NOC 12101
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 12101, one of these may fit better:
- Educational resources assistant — NOC 43100 (Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants, TEER 3)
- Human kineticist — NOC 31204 (Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment, TEER 1)
- Human resources assistant — NOC 14102 (Personnel clerks, TEER 4)
- Human resources clerk — NOC 14102 (Personnel clerks, TEER 4)
- Human resources consultant — NOC 11200 (Human resources professionals, TEER 1)
- Human resources manager — NOC 10011 (Human resources managers, TEER 0)
- Human resources research officer — NOC 11200 (Human resources professionals, TEER 1)
- Natural resources officer — NOC 22113 (Conservation and fishery officers, TEER 2)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for human resources officer?+
In NOC 2021, "human resources officer" is an example title in unit group 12101 — Human resources and recruitment officers. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Business, finance and administration occupations" broad category.
Is human resources officer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 12101 is TEER 2, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does human resources officer get extra CRS points?+
NOC 12101 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a human resources officer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 12101 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says human resources officer but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 12101. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.