What does it mean if salary/hourly pay isn't mentioned in a job salary?

Question

Doesn't it usually mean the job sucks? Or is it the other way?

Or is there no way about it and I over-analyze everything?

I need to rephrase the question...What does it mean if salary/hourly pay isn't mentioned in a job posting?

Answer 1

It usually means it is negotiable. So, it would be important for you to enter the interview prepared to tell them what your salary expectations are.

Answer 2

No, it doesn't necessarily mean much, especially if you do your homework beforehand on industry rates. Often times, a company wants to attract people to the job and not as much to the money. If the salary is not what you're looking for, you can search elsewhere.

Much of the time, it just means that the salary is pretty open and depends on the experience of the candidate, education, and other things. Then, they'll make some kind of offer if they want you. You're probably overanalyzing it in this case. Some of the highest paying jobs don't list the salary.

Answer 3

The majority of job postings, unless they are for a government entity, do not mention hourly or salary pay. The best thing to do is to first calculate what you need to make to survive (be realistic). Second, research the salary of the position for which you are applying based on your zip code. Salary.com is a good resource for this. Lastly, if asked to submit a salary requirement, give an acceptable range $20,000 to $30,000 annually or $10.00 to $14.00 per hour and state that it is a negotiable salary based on benefits, bi-annual raises, etc. Good luck!

Answer 4

This all depends upon the job that you are applying for. If you are applying for a job in medical records in a Hospital where terminology and correct spelling was mandatory, the above would be good to have but would not qualify for the higher wages. The same is true in any industry in which specific knowledge is required and generally takes 12 to 18 months to learn. Pharmacy, Laboratory, If you were applying for an Admissions Position, you could expect to start at 10.00 to 12.00 per hour.

Answer 5

Many mid and high level jobs do not list a salary because it is negotiable. You need to do your homework about what is an appropriate salary for that job so that when you go interview you don't shortchange yourself or price yourself out of the job.

Answer 6

If it is a permanent or freelance job, usually the pay is not mentioned in the ad. Employers prefer to meet the candidate face to face and then get the quote from them. It would be best to check the market rates as very often employers want to know what your preferred rates are.

Answer 7

I dunno, it may suck or it may be very good, it could go either way. I think some better businesses may find it unprofessional to state it right off like that and leave it to salary negotiation with whoever is to get hired.

What I hate more is when people can't give you any idea of who or what they are...those I don't touch.