Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists
SOC Code: 13-1141 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.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists. 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 | $83,824 | $110,386 | $136,947 | $163,509 |
| Boulder, CO | $66,102 | $94,806 | $123,531 | $152,235 |
| Merced, CA | $68,328 | $93,642 | $118,955 | $144,269 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $76,752 | $94,827 | $112,923 | $130,998 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $66,997 | $85,654 | $104,312 | $122,970 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $66,560 | $85,051 | $103,542 | $122,034 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $66,102 | $84,594 | $103,106 | $121,597 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $65,874 | $84,178 | $102,461 | $120,765 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $66,102 | $82,930 | $99,778 | $116,605 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $66,560 | $81,910 | $97,261 | $112,611 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIS TOWERS WATSON US LLC | 27 | $98,220 |
| AMAZON WEB SERVICES, INC. | 19 | $101,085 |
| Mercer (US) LLC | 16 | $80,027 |
| BYTEDANCE INC. | 8 | $125,772 |
| Microsoft Corporation | 7 | $172,546 |
| CIBC Bank USA | 6 | $82,891 |
| Amazon.com Services LLC | 5 | $121,243 |
| GOLDMAN SACHS SERVICES LLC | 5 | $79,020 |
| AMAZON DEVELOPMENT CENTER U.S., INC. | 4 | $122,184 |
| Dell USA L.P. | 4 | $133,198 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 24 | $88,474 |
| 2021 | 22 | $88,117 |
| 2022 | 20 | $102,071 |
| 2023 | 38 | $89,556 |
| 2024 | 84 | $101,538 |
| 2025 | 128 | $96,306 |
| 2026 | 16 | $96,728 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 3.9 | |
| Speaking | 3.9 | |
| Active Listening | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 | |
| Active Learning | 3.4 | |
| Writing | 3.4 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.1 | |
| Mathematics | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Personnel and Human Resources | 4.2 |
| English Language | 4.0 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.8 |
| Mathematics | 3.8 |
| Administration and Management | 3.6 |
| Economics and Accounting | 3.2 |
| Administrative | 3.2 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.0 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 85.7% |
| Master's degree | 9.5% |
| High school diploma | 4.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Ensure company compliance with federal and state laws, including reporting requirements.
- Advise managers and employees on state and federal employment regulations, collective agreements, benefit and compensation policies, personnel procedures, and classification programs.
- Assist in preparing and maintaining personnel records and handbooks.
- Administer employee insurance, pension, and savings plans, working with insurance brokers and plan carriers.
- Research employee benefit and health and safety practices, and recommend changes or modifications to existing policies.
- Plan and develop curricula and materials for training programs and conduct training.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
IBM SPSS Statistics Kronos Workforce Timekeeper Microsoft Access 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
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