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  1. Occupations
  2. Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists

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 Analyst
  • Benefits Specialist
  • Compensation Analyst
  • Compensation 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

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $48,300. 25th percentile: U.S. $59,700. 50th percentile: U.S. $77,020. 75th percentile: U.S. $99,210. 90th percentile: U.S. $128,830. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
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
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • IBM SPSS Statistics
  • Kronos Workforce Timekeeper
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Visual Basic
  • Microsoft Word
  • Oracle PeopleSoft
  • SAP software
  • SAS
  • Structured query language SQL
  • Workday software

Technology Skills

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  • ADP Workforce Now
  • Actuarial Systems Corporation AIM
  • Actuarial Systems Corporation Compliance Testing System
  • Actuarial Systems Corporation DV Direct
  • Actuarial Systems Corporation Defined Benefit System
  • Actuarial Systems Corporation Document Generation and Management System
  • Apex Business Software iBenefits
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • 10-key calculators
  • Electronic storage devices
  • Laser facsimile machines
  • Personal computers
  • Photocopying equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Compensation and Benefits Managers 11-3111.00
  • Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping 43-4161.00
  • Human Resources Specialists 13-1071.00
  • Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs 43-4061.00
  • Human Resources Managers 11-3121.00

Moderately Similar

  • Labor Relations Specialists 13-1075.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers 43-1011.00
  • Administrative Services Managers 11-3012.00
  • Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers 13-1041.03
  • Budget Analysts 13-2031.00

Related

  • Management Analysts 13-1111.00
  • Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks 43-3051.00
  • Medical and Health Services Managers 11-9111.00
  • Social and Community Service Managers 11-9151.00
  • Compliance Managers 11-9199.02
  • Accountants and Auditors 13-2011.00
  • Chief Executives 11-1011.00
  • Financial Examiners 13-2061.00
  • Financial Managers 11-3031.00
  • Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators 13-1031.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificateLeadershipIssuer: Florence-Darlington Technical College
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in Human Resource ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in Business ExchangeIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in Human Resource ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Business AdministrationIssuer: Troy University
  • CertificateBusiness Office AccountingIssuer: Paris Junior College
  • CertificateEntrepreneurshipIssuer: Paris Junior College
  • CertificateBusiness ManagementIssuer: Paris Junior College