Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists
Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed
Conduct programs of compensation and benefits and job analysis for employer. May specialize in specific areas, such as position classification and pension programs.
Median pay: $78,210/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +5.3% projected growth, 2024–2034 — faster than average.
About 8,500 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• 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.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining personnel records and handbooks.
What's the median pay for Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists?
The median pay for Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists is $78,210 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists?
Employment for Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists is projected to change +5.3% from 2024 to 2034 - faster than average.
What education is typically required for Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists?
About 8,500 openings per year, on average, over the decade.