Automation index
Can AI do a HR generalist’s job?
Today an AI can already handle the first pass: repeat tickets, stock emails, a simple reset. The odd case, the angry customer, and fraud still need a person.
It is not an estimate of how many people will lose their work.
IS WORK OVER?
HR generalist
31%
AI or a robot can already do 31% of this job.
#58 / 182
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Where the week goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weights are our frequency estimate, not an O*NET time %. Saving is separate evidence or estimate.
Task weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish share of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Review and evaluate applicant qualifications or eligibility for specified licensing, according to established guidelines and designated licensing codes.
EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate from the method. |
11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Review employment applications and job orders to match applicants with job requirements.
EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate from the method. |
10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate from the method. |
8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate from the method. |
7% | 28% | +2 |
Prepare or maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software.
EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate from the method. |
6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Select qualified job applicants or refer them to managers, making hiring recommendations when appropriate.
EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate from the method. |
6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Advise management on organizing, preparing, or implementing recruiting or retention programs.
EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate from the method. |
5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Perform searches for qualified job candidates, using sources such as computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, media advertisements, job fairs, recruiting firms, or employee referrals.
EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate from the method. |
5% | 48% | +2.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).
EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate from the method. |
42% | 28% | +11.8 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Occupation sources · O*NET 13-1071.00 · ESCO/ISCO 2423