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.

SOC: 13-1141.00

Common Job Titles

Benefits AnalystBenefits SpecialistCompensation AnalystCompensation Specialist
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

102,370

Wage Distribution by Percentile

MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$48,300
10% of workers earn the following or more$128,830
Workers on average earn$82,920

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Personnel and Human Resources4.2/5
  • English Language4.0/5
  • Customer and Personal Service3.8/5
  • Mathematics3.8/5
  • Administration and Management3.6/5
Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

IBM SPSS StatisticsKronos Workforce TimekeeperMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft SQL ServerMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft Visual BasicMicrosoft WordOracle PeopleSoftSAP softwareSASStructured query language SQLWorkday software

Technology Skills

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Tools & Equipment

10-key calculatorsElectronic storage devicesLaser facsimile machinesPersonal computersPhotocopying equipment