Compensation Analyst Jobs in Columbia, MD

A Compensation Analyst in the human resources industry is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing a company's compensation strategy. They conduct thorough analyses of salaries in the market and within the company to ensure competitive and fair compensation. They also evaluate job positions to determine classification and salary and collaborate with managers and HR partners to understand job requirements. The analyst ensures compliance with the company's regulations and federal laws.

Important skills for a Compensation Analyst include strong analytical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication, and knowledge of HR practices and principles. They should be proficient in data management and statistical analysis and have a solid understanding of job evaluation and job analysis systems. A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field is generally required, while certifications like Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) can be beneficial for career advancement. Prior roles that could lead to a Compensation Analyst position include HR Generalist, Compensation Specialist, or HR Analyst.

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ERP Sr. HRIS Analyst

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

**Qualifications** Minimum Qualifications: + BS/BA and 7 years of relevant experience -OR- + MS/MA or higher and 5 years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: + Degree in Human Resources,...

Payroll Analyst

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

rewards-monetary and non-monetary - designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results....

Senior HRIS Analyst (Workday)

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Department: Human Resources - HRIS We are Walker & Dunlop. We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring...

Senior HRIS Analyst

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Department: Human Resources HRIS We are Walker & Dunlop. We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring...

POSITION SUMMARY: The Office of Human Resources is seeking a highly skilled Classification & Compensation Analyst to assist in the administration of the classification and compensation programs...

HRIS Analyst Johns Hopkins University

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago

s Degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Management, or related field Two or more years of related HRIS/HR Systems experience required. Two or more years?...

HRIS Analyst

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Minimum Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Management, or related field Two or more years of related HRIS/HR Systems experience required....

Payroll Analyst

  • Tysons Corner, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Payroll Analyst Virginia Type: Direct-Hire Category: Administrative Reference ID: 10042969 Shortcut: 178WYD Role: Payroll Analyst Location: Tysons Corner, VA Pay: 83K - 97K Addison Group's client...

HRIS Analyst

  • Columbia, MD
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 11 days ago

Company Information At Advarra, we are passionate about making a difference in the world of clinical research and advancing human health. With a rich history rooted in ethical review services...

Sr. Data Analyst (HRIS) TS/SCI Poly NEW

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Sr. Data Analyst (HRIS) TS/SCI Poly Leidos Today Top Secret/SCI Unspecified 25% Polygraph IT - Data Science Bethesda, MD (ON-SITE/OFFICE) R-00151798 Description Everything we do is built on a...

Senior Payroll Analyst

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Maintain full life cycle garnishment processing to include system inputs, communication to employees, responding answers/interrogatories, etc....

Compensation Consultant, AADA Compensation Team

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 17 days ago

Amazon's Compensation team is seeking a Compensation Consultant to provide strategic compensation support to our fast growing AWS business (UC and Infrastructure. At Amazon, our businesses...

Oracle HRIS Analyst

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 19 days ago

Your impact You will play a vital role on the Human Resources team, working collaboratively as well as independently leading projects and maintaining Oracle Cloud HCM. Reporting to the Manager,...

Payroll Analyst

  • Sykesville, MD (13 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • Sykesville, MD (13 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 25 days ago

THIS POSITION IS BASED ON CORPORATE (SYKESVILLE, MD) LOCATION Payroll Analyst - Corporate Nexion affiliates operate 56 skilled nursing and rehabilitation as well as assisted living facilities in...

Compensation Analyst

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 28 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 28 days ago

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Compensation Analyst for a Contract assignment with one of our premier Healthcare clients in Washington, DC....

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Salary for Compensation Analyst Jobs in Columbia, MD

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Compensation Analyst positions.



Highest Education Level

Compensation Analysts in Columbia, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.1%
Master's Degree
32.8%
Associate's Degree
6.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.5%
High School or GED
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Compensation Analysts in Columbia, MD
4-6 years
37.5%
2-4 years
33.3%
6-8 years
20.8%
1-2 years
4.2%
10+ years
4.2%



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