Considering the Job Offer

When considering a job offer or in comparing more than one offer,
salary is important, but it does not make up the total compensation
package.

Here is a list of factors that may make up a job offer:
• Wages
• Commissions
• Bonus or Incentive Pay
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Benefits for Dependents
• Retirement Plan
• 401(k)
• Location and commute
• Equipment: Cell Phone, PC, Pager, etc.
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Flextime
• Sabbatical Leave
• Time Off without Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Salary increase Timing & Percentage

Keep in mind that employers may require:
• Drug testing
• Background check