Compensation, Benefits, & Job Analysis Specialist
Conduct programs of compensation and benefits and job analysis for employer. May specialize in specific areas, such as position classification and pension programs.
Annual openings
178
BLS median wage
$92,560
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
10-year growth
+12%
Career requirements
What does this career require?
The education, credentials, and on-the-job competencies Colorado employers expect for this role.
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Credential requirement
Certifications from HRCI, such as the Associate Professional in Human Resources, are valued.
Work experience
This is an entry-level job so no work experience is expected.
Employer competency information
- Feedback from employers identifies the following competency as important — Data Research and Analysis: Finding and deciphering data to complete compensation analysis. This could include the ability to find and extract data from within a Human Resources system.
Is this work a fit?
What the work actually feels like
How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.
Automation exposure
Low exposure
Tasks here lean on judgement and people skills that are hard to automate.
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.
- Assist in preparing and maintaining personnel records and handbooks.