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Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists

Conduct programs of compensation and benefits and job analysis for employer. May specialize in specific areas, such as position classification and pension programs.

Median salary

$77,020

Typical range

$48k – $129k

Job outlook

+5% (faster than average)

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Education

Typical entry: Bachelor's degree

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Typical progression

  1. Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists Intern

    Internship

    $36,000

    ~4 mos to advance

  2. Junior Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists

    Entry / Junior

    $48,300

    ~2 yrs to advance

  3. Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists

    Established

    $77,020

    ~3 yrs to advance

  4. Senior Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists

    Senior

    $102,925

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Key skills

A typical day

  • Administer employee insurance, pension, and savings plans, working with insurance brokers and plan carriers.
  • Ensure company compliance with federal and state laws, including reporting requirements.
  • Research employee benefit and health and safety practices, and recommend changes or modifications to existing policies.
  • Advise managers and employees on state and federal employment regulations, collective agreements, benefit and compensation policies, personnel procedures, and classification programs.
  • Plan and develop curricula and materials for training programs and conduct training.

Fields of study

Any field

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