NC OSHR: Compensation

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina to compensate its employees at a level sufficient to encourage excellence of performance and to maintain the labor market competitiveness necessary to recruit, retain, and develop a competent and diverse workforce.

The Classification and Compensation Section ensures that the salary ranges for positions remain competitive with similar positions in the public and private sectors. Our Pay Plans are designed to promote parity for similar positions across agencies, support recruiting and retention of employees, and serve as the foundation for effective salary administration.

Tab/Accordion Items

Career Banding Salary Grade Conversion Chart

Career Banding Pay Plan

Educator Pay Plan

Highway Patrol Pay Plan

NC Ports Pay Plan

The annual Compensation and Benefits report for the previous year is presented to the Appropriations Committee of the House and Senate no later than two weeks after the convening of the legislature in odd-numbered years, and May 1 of even-numbered years.

2022 Compensation and Benefits Report

2021 Compensation and Benefits Report

2020 Compensation and Benefits Report

2019 Compensation and Benefits Report

2018 Compensation and Benefits Report

2017 Compensation and Benefits Report

2016 Compensation and Benefits Report

2015 Compensation and Benefits Report

2014 Compensation and Benefits Report

2013 Compensation and Benefits Report

2012 Compensation and Benefits Report

2011 Compensation and Benefits Report