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SALARY HISTORIES AND EXPECTATIONS
Salary histories and expectations are commonly requested. Occasionally, applicants are automatically screened out if a requested salary history or salary expectation is not sent with the resume.
Tips on including salary histories
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Only send a salary history if it is requested.
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Use a separate sheet of paper; do not include salary history in your cover letter or on your resume.
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Only include the last three to five years of employment.
Tips on including salary expectations
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Include your salary expectations when your recent earnings are significantly different than the salary range for the job you are pursuing.
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Appropriate for the career changer who is moving from one salary range to another.
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In the samples below, note the strength of listing your salary history/expectation in a range such as "mid forties" as opposed to an exact dollar figure.
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Betty Needsajob
1414 West Fargo
San Diego, CA 91125
(619) 555-1234
SALARY HISTORY
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Ending Salary
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| ABC Company |
$26,000/year |
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Sr. Accounting Clerk |
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| Widgets, Inc. |
$23,500/year |
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Accounts Payable Clerk |
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| Accounting Specialists, Inc. |
$21,000/year |
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Payroll Processor |
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Betty Needsajob
1414 West Fargo
San Diego, CA 91125
(619) 555-1234
SALARY EXPECTATION
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Mid Forties plus Benefits
Note: I am open to a competitive salary offer.
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Betty Needsajob
1414 West Fargo
San Diego, CA 91125
(619) 555-1234
SALARY AND EARNING HISTORY:
Performed as an employee, an independent contractor, and a self employed owner. Income has been received through a variety of compensation packages. Salary has reached $40,000 and earnings as high as $80,000 annually.
SALARY EXPECTATION:
Open to a competitive salary with benefits in a range that provides earning suitable to the position rank and responsibilities.
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Betty Needsajob
1414 West Fargo
San Diego, CA 91125
(619) 555-1234
Expectation:
I welcome the opportunity to discuss the open position of Project Manager and I am sure we can negotiate a fair and equitable compensation package.
I am looking for a salary in the mid forties. My most recent work experience has been working in the non-profit sector and the compensation is not consistent with the private sector.
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