Salary Requirements?

[Bernardyn]

When applying for a job online, they want me to send "resume, cover letter, writing samples and salary needs." Do I send the salary needs as a separate document? It appears sort of silly to do so. Would I be looked down upon for including it in my resume or cover letter? What is the appropriate way to do this?

[Delton]

You ALWAYS only put it in your cover letter and NEVER your resume.

[ea]

This is the short answer: "Salary Negotiable" But... ...some of this depends on the industry in your profession. In many white collar jobs, "negotiable" will often suffice. If they question you on it, state that you're open to discussion and will base your decision on many factors, including wages, benefits, hours, etc.If it's a position that absolutely requires an amount, well you'll have no option. Check websites for salary averages for that position on your city. Generally, however, online applications will accept "negotiable" or some variation. Good luck! Sources: OPINION: "Salary Negotiable" AhnTrio3 77 months ago Please sign in to give a compliment. Please verify your account to give a compliment. Please sign in to send a message. Please verify your account to send a message.

[Bemelle]

Mr_M_told_U_so said: 1 You ALWAYS only put it in your cover letter and NEVER your resume. 77 months ago

[Willem]

schuarta said: 2 1st Commandment of Hiring: The first person to mention a salary amount looses!Reply without mentioned a dollar amount. Give a verbal response like "...an amount commensurate with my skills, my experience, my education and the position you are offering". 77 months ago

[zedekiah]

Generally, one makes this part of the cover letter. Additionally, you could simply include your previous salaries at your other jobs, if you are applying for similar jobs and have not recently become more qualified. Sources: working corporate magikmama 77 months ago Please sign in to give a compliment. Please verify your account to give a compliment. Please sign in to send a message. Please verify your account to send a message.

[Herrick]

...some of this depends on the industry in your profession. In many white collar jobs, "negotiable" will often suffice. If they question you on it, state that you're open to discussion and will base your decision on many factors, including wages, benefits, hours, etc.If it's a position that absolutely requires an amount, well you'll have no option. Check websites for salary averages for that position on your city. Generally, however, online applications will accept "negotiable" or some variation. Good luck!

[Wei]

Additionally, you could simply include your previous salaries at your other jobs, if you are applying for similar jobs and have not recently become more qualified.

[Orbert]

1st Commandment of Hiring: The first person to mention a salary amount looses!Reply without mentioned a dollar amount. Give a verbal response like "...an amount commensurate with my skills, my experience, my education and the position you are offering".