Jody Amdal

About Jody Amdal

With over 25 years of dedicated experience in professional services and support, I bring a wealth of expertise to the realm of employee benchmarking and market pricing. As the subject matter expert on PayScale\'s Benchmarking Team, my focus is on utilizing PayScale\'s proprietary data alongside employee-reported and company-sourced insights to ensure our clients receive accurate benchmarking and market pricing solutions.My role encompasses not only overseeing the execution of benchmarking projects with the utmost precision but also ensuring that the Benchmarking Team is equipped with the necessary training and resources to maintain the highest standards of quality. Central to my approach is a commitment to staff development, empowering team members to excel in their roles and deliver exceptional results.Throughout my career, I\'ve honed my skills in people management, account maintenance, and problem-solving, consistently delivering effective solutions to challenges encountered in professional services environments. My proactive approach to planning and implementing procedures and systems has enabled me to mitigate potential issues before they arise, ensuring smooth operations and client satisfaction.I am deeply passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to drive informed decision-making and support organizations in achieving their objectives. With a proven track record of success and a dedication to excellence, I am committed to delivering value and driving positive outcomes for my clients.

Experience

1. Lead Benchmarking Specialist

   Payscale

   Jul 2025 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   As a Lead Benchmarking Specialist at Payscale, I am a strategic leader and subject matter expert in compensation benchmarking. I drive innovation in job pricing methodologies, influence product development, and I serve as a trusted advisor to both internal stakeholders and high-value clients. I bring deep expertise in compensation data, market pricing strategies, and cross-functional collaboration to elevate the accuracy, scalability, and impact of our benchmarking services.What I Do:As a Lead Benchmarking Specialist, I will:• Lead the development and refinement of benchmarking methodologies, ensuring alignment with evolving market trends and client needs.• Serve as a strategic advisor on complex benchmarking engagements, including enterprise-level implementations and custom consulting projects.• Partner with Product, Engineering, and Data Science teams to influence the design and enhancement of benchmarking tools and platforms.• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level specialists, fostering a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.• Conduct advanced audits and analyses to identify systemic benchmarking issues and propose scalable solutions.• Represent the Benchmarking function in cross-functional initiatives, including product innovation, client success strategy, and data governance.My Skills• Strategic thinking and system-level problem solving.• Advanced data analysis and interpretation skills.• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.• Strong project leadership and change management capabilities.• Familiarity with compensation platforms, job architecture frameworks, and survey data.

Education

• Everett Community College

  In pursuit of a Bachelor's Degree, Fine Arts | Education

  1994 — 1996

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• Resettlement
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• Training
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• Teaching
• Time Management