Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists
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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BLS projects U.S. employment for Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists to increase by 6.0% between 2024 and 2034, from 118,100 to 125,200 jobs. Its estimate of 9,000 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($78,210), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (Less than 5 years) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
118,100
Projected employment (2034)
125,200
Projected change (2024–2034)
6%
Annual openings (projected average)
9,000
Pay & Preparation
$78,210
Bachelor's degree
Less than 5 years
None
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (3.88/5) • Active Listening (3.88/5) • Speaking (3.88/5) • Critical Thinking (3.75/5) • Writing (3.38/5) • Active Learning (3.38/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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