Chief human resources officers (CHROs) hold a key administration position, regularly reporting to the chief executive officer and advising senior staff. They supervise all human resources administration for their company, including any human resources staff members. They design human resources practices and regulations, as well as present any proposals for changes to senior management and oversee implementation. Additionally, chief human resources officers help ensure their organization has the necessary workforce to meet all of business needs and goals.Chief human resources officers must encourage staff development and retention, providing training, developmental assignments, and performance-based bonuses as necessary. They need to regularly assess the efficacy of these initiatives and overall performance of the personnel under their supervision. They must ensure employee morale is high, determining any causes for low morale and working with relevant managers and other staff members to create and implement solutions.Chief human resources officers should have experience leading a human resources department, generally at least eight to 10 years of experience that includes supervising human resources staff. A bachelor's degree is generally required for this position, and a master's degree may be preferred. Chief human resources officers must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and time-management skills, as well as proficiency with basic computer programs.