Salary History 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
Only send a salary history if it is requested.
Use a separate sheet of paper; do not include salary history in your cover letter or on your resume.
Only include the last three to five years of employment.
Tips on including salary expectations
Include your salary expectations when your recent earnings are significantly different than the salary range for the job you are pursuing.
Appropriate for the career changer who is moving from one salary range to another.
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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John 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
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$26,000/year
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Sr. Accounting Clerk
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Widgets, Inc.
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$23,500/year
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Accounts Payable Clerk
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Accounting Specialists, Inc.
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$21,000/year
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Payroll Processor
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John 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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John 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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John 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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