Compensation and Benefits Managers
SOC Code: 11-3111 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Compensation and Benefits Managers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $142,438 | $191,963 | $241,488 | $291,013 |
| Merced, CA | $126,984 | $176,259 | $225,534 | $274,810 |
| Salinas, CA | $126,131 | $174,720 | $223,330 | $271,918 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $138,341 | $180,024 | $221,728 | $263,411 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $137,342 | $179,234 | $221,125 | $263,016 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $137,550 | $179,275 | $221,000 | $262,725 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $135,637 | $177,611 | $219,606 | $261,581 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $134,701 | $176,654 | $218,629 | $260,582 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $76,731 | $136,136 | $195,541 | $254,946 |
| Bellingham, WA | $128,669 | $170,102 | $211,515 | $252,949 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Speaking | 4.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.9 | |
| Active Learning | 3.8 | |
| Management of Personnel Resources | 3.6 | |
| Time Management | 3.6 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.5 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Personnel and Human Resources | 4.3 |
| English Language | 4.1 |
| Administration and Management | 4.0 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.8 |
| Economics and Accounting | 3.4 |
| Mathematics | 3.3 |
| Law and Government | 3.0 |
| Administrative | 3.0 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 76.2% |
| Doctoral degree | 14.3% |
| Master's degree | 9.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Direct preparation and distribution of written and verbal information to inform employees of benefits, compensation, and personnel policies.
- Administer, direct, and review employee benefit programs, including the integration of benefit programs following mergers and acquisitions.
- Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations.
- Identify and implement benefits to increase the quality of life for employees by working with brokers and researching benefits issues.
- Design, evaluate, and modify benefits policies to ensure that programs are current, competitive, and in compliance with legal requirements.
- Analyze compensation policies, government regulations, and prevailing wage rates to develop competitive compensation plan.
- Formulate policies, procedures and programs for recruitment, testing, placement, classification, orientation, benefits and compensation, and labor and industrial relations.
- Mediate between benefits providers and employees, such as by assisting in handling employees' benefits-related questions or taking suggestions.
Technology Skills
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