The Guidelines for Development of Human Resource Practitioner to the Labor Market in Chiang Mai Province

Abstract

The purposes of this research were: 1) to study opinions regarding competencies required for human resource practitioners; 2) to explore requirements and opinions regarding guidelines for the development of human resource practitioners in Chiang Mai Province; and  3) to present guidelines for the development of human resource practitioners to have competencies ready to enter the labor market in Chiang Mai Province. Qualitative research was conducted. The occupational standard for the professional field of human resource management was analyzed. 12 participants working as human resource practitioners in private organizations in Chiang Mai Province and 10 participants majoring in human resource management who are developing themselves towards a position in human resource management were interviewed. Content analysis was applied for data analysis.

The findings of this research were: 1) human resource practitioners at the operational level should have seven essential core competencies, including a code of ethics in human resource management, analytical thinking and processing, flexibility and adaptability, human relations, communication and coordination, consulting, and using information technology in work. In addition, human resource practitioners must have knowledge of human resource management and a positive working attitude; 2) The organization should have two different kinds of development guidelines: the organization places a strong emphasis on adult learning in its development and staff members' self-learning; and 3) a guideline for developing human resource practitioners should apply adult learning practice. The development process should consist of four steps: assessing development needs, designing a human resource development activity plan, implementing programs, and evaluating programs. Anyone interested in working in the field of human resource management can use this study as a guideline to develop himself or herself in the labor market and to stay updated with the constantly changing circumstances.