Description

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

Interests

Conventional
Enterprising
Investigative

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Work Values

Relationships
Support
Achievement

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Work Styles

Attention to Detail
Integrity
Analytical Thinking
Dependability
Cooperation

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Tasks

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.

Work Activities

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Getting Information
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Working with Computers
Analyzing Data or Information

Detailed Work Activities

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Working with Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Processing Information - Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Communicating with People Outside the Organization - Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Technology Skills

Enterprise resource planning ERP software
Presentation software
Human resources software
Data base user interface and query software
Medical software

Skills

Active Listening
Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Active Learning

Knowledge

Personnel and Human Resources
English Language
Customer and Personal Service
Mathematics
Administration and Management

Most Common Education Level

The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.

Certificates

These are the certification(s) applicable to Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists:

Certificate name

Qualified Plan Financial Consultant

Certifying Organization

National Association of Plan Advisors

Type

Advanced

Certificate name

Certified Pension Consultant

Certifying Organization

American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries

Type

Core

Certificate name

Accredited Pension Administrator

Certifying Organization

National Institute of Pension Administrators

Type

Core

Certificate name

Health Savings Account Specialist

Certifying Organization

Employers Council on Flexible Compensation

Type

Core

Certificate name

Certified in Flexible Compensation

Certifying Organization

Employers Council on Flexible Compensation

Type

Core

Certificate name	Certifying Organization	Type
Qualified Plan Financial Consultant	National Association of Plan Advisors	Advanced
Certified Pension Consultant	American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries	Core
Accredited Pension Administrator	National Institute of Pension Administrators	Core
Health Savings Account Specialist	Employers Council on Flexible Compensation	Core
Certified in Flexible Compensation	Employers Council on Flexible Compensation	Core

Income Percentile

The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.

Income Percentile	Income
Low (10%)	$NaN
Median (50%)	$NaN
High (90%)	$NaN

Income by Experience

This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–7 years), to senior level (8+ years).

Experience	Income
Entry Level	$50,000
Mid Level	$100,000
Senior Level	$150,000

Employability

There are currently 103,700 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 111,000 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 7%.

The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.

Projected Job Growth of 7%

Administrative Services Managers

Median Annual Income

$106,470

Projected Job Growth

+6 %

Career Cluster(s)

Management & Entrepreneurship

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

EnterprisingConventionalSocial

Compensation and Benefits Managers

Median Annual Income

$136,380

Projected Job Growth

+2 %

Career Cluster(s)

Management & Entrepreneurship

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.

EnterprisingConventionalSocial

Human Resources Managers

Median Annual Income

$136,350

Projected Job Growth

+7 %

Career Cluster(s)

Public Service & Safety

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.

EnterprisingConventionalSocial

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Median Annual Income

$75,670

Projected Job Growth

+5 %

Career Cluster(s)

Public Service & Safety

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

EnterprisingConventionalSocial

Human Resources Specialists

Median Annual Income

$67,650

Projected Job Growth

+8 %

Career Cluster(s)

Management & Entrepreneurship

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Recruit, screen, interview, or place individuals within an organization. May perform other activities in multiple human resources areas.

EnterprisingConventionalSocial

Labor Relations Specialists

Median Annual Income

$89,980

Projected Job Growth

0 %

Career Cluster(s)

Management & Entrepreneurship

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints.

EnterprisingConventionalSocial

Budget Analysts

Median Annual Income

$84,940

Projected Job Growth

+4 %

Career Cluster(s)

Public Service & Safety

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

ConventionalEnterprisingInvestigative

First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers

Median Annual Income

$63,450

Projected Job Growth

-4 %

Career Cluster(s)

Management & Entrepreneurship

Most Common Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent

Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of clerical and administrative support workers.

EnterprisingConventionalSocial

Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs

Median Annual Income

$50,270

Projected Job Growth

+3 %

Career Cluster(s)

Public Service & Safety

Most Common Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent

Determine eligibility of persons applying to receive assistance from government programs and agency resources, such as welfare, unemployment benefits, social security, and public housing.

ConventionalSocialEnterprising

Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping

Median Annual Income

$47,710

Projected Job Growth

-5 %

Career Cluster(s)

Management & Entrepreneurship

Most Common Education Level

Associate's degree

Compile and keep personnel records. Record data for each employee, such as address, weekly earnings, absences, amount of sales or production, supervisory reports, and date of and reason for termination. May prepare reports for employment records, file employment records, or search employee files and furnish information to authorized persons.

ConventionalEnterprisingSocial

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