The first of many, I suspect, related to that opportunity in Utah. I had a phone interview with one of their HR reps yesterday. It was a good conversation, with a lot of good information.
Many of the questions were standard preliminary interview questions, such as "Why do you think your skills and background fit this position?" I learned that the time frame for starting there would be somewhat flexible. We could be looking at weeks or months, but before the end of the year.
It figures that I've already booked my flights to England for November!
The woman had a point that moving in the winter kinda sucks, especially when you're dealing with mountains. But let the chips fall where they may. If that's what happens, I'll cope with it.
She also said that their higher education division is "very interested" in my background. You have to like that! The company offers free health and dental insurance, 401(k), stock options, free gym membership...so, lots of perks. There was just one sticking point.
The salary. It's exactly what I'm making now. When you make a move, you like it to be at an increase. Sure, not paying for health insurance amounts to an increase, but that's not quite the same, it it?
So, I'm debating if that's something I'm willing to negotiate on. What if I put forth another number, and they turn it down? Would I refuse the job?
It's an excellent company with an excellent work atmosphere. Very encouraging of the creative side of people. They recognize the need for fun in the workplace.
While I was talking to her, I kept hearing a "thump" sound in the background. She finally said something about it.
"I'm sorry for the noise. I'm in a room with glass walls, and those sounds are Nerf guns being shot at me."
I can do Nerf guns. <grin>
Maybe I'll check out what houses go for in Salt Lake.
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