Compensation Analyst

Border States • Fargo, ND

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Be part of a growing, successful company in an exciting and challenging field. Border States is 100% employee-owned, which means you’re empowered to make decisions, find solutions and receive rewards for your hard work. This position will be located in: Fargo, ND
Application Deadline: April 22, 2026
Please note that the position may be filled before or after the listed application deadline. Applications will only be accepted while the posting remains active.Job SummaryThe Compensation analyst supports the administration of the organization’s compensation programs to ensure they are fair, equitable, and competitive. Conducts market research, participates in compensation surveys, and performs job analysis and pay range development. Provides analytical support for compensation projects, pay equity reviews, and annual compensation cycles. Ensures compensation data is accurately maintained in HR systems and supports leaders with compensation-related questions and processes.

Requirements

• Four-year business, finance, or human resource degree or the equivalent in related work experience.
• 1+ years’ prior work experience in compensation, HR analytics, or related HR function.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret data and communicate findings clearly.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement.
• Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with compensation surveys, market pricing, or job analysis preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) preferred.
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, CCP coursework) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and researches job duties and responsibilities to determine appropriate job classifications, FLSA status, and compensation levels to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and to remain competitive within the company’s footprint.
• Supports the development and maintenance of salary structures, job profiles, and compensation documentation.
• Assists with internal pay reviews, pay equity analysis, and preparation of recommendations to mitigate potential risk.
• Utilizes Excel, HRIS tools, and survey platforms to analyze data and prepare compensation recommendations.
• Prepares compensation reports, dashboards, and data extracts to support leadership decision making.
• Supports the annual merit increase and incentive processes, including data validation, communication preparation, and processing of requests.
• Reviews compensation related requests for accuracy and alignment with established guidelines and policies.
• Ensures compensation programs comply with internal policies and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Assists in maintaining accurate job and compensation data within the HRIS, including job titles, pay grades, and pay ranges.
• Provides support to managers and HR partners by answering compensation related questions and explaining established guidelines.
• Assists in developing job description content and ensuring alignment with titling and job architecture standards.
• Performs routine audits of compensation and job data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with established standards.
• Participates in industry-relevant compensation surveys and gathers market data to support competitive pay analysis.
• Assists in developing or updating compensation policies and procedures.
• Supports compensation-related training materials or presentations as needed.
• Participates in special projects or analyses as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or other designate.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
• FSA & HSA
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Personal Leave time and more!
• Border States provides bonuses to their employee-owners upon the achievement of branch and company goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees