SPHR · Question #283
Which of the following is the best initial step to ensure internal pay equity when changing an organization's compensation structure?
The correct answer is C. Conduct a job analysis to gain a full understanding of each position. Job analysis comes first--it provides objective data about the duties, responsibilities, and required qualifications for each role. This forms the basis for accurate evaluation, comparison, and equity in pay decisions. Extract from HRCI-aligned HR knowledge (Total Rewards)…
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Which of the following is the best initial step to ensure internal pay equity when changing an organization's compensation structure?
Options
- ACreate or update job descriptions for each position
- BDevelop a salary structure based on current salaries and positions
- CConduct a job analysis to gain a full understanding of each position
- DBenchmark current salaries against similar positions in other organizations
How the community answered
(24 responses)- A4% (1)
- B8% (2)
- C83% (20)
- D4% (1)
Explanation
Job analysis comes first--it provides objective data about the duties, responsibilities, and required qualifications for each role. This forms the basis for accurate evaluation, comparison, and equity in pay decisions. Extract from HRCI-aligned HR knowledge (Total Rewards): SPHR-level compensation design begins with "valid job analysis to establish internal consistency and legal defensibility." Without this, pay decisions risk discrimination claims and internal
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