Pros and Cons of Using DOE on a Job Posting:

Pros
  • The use of this industry-specific acronym streamlines your job postings.
  • You get to know more about candidates' background, qualifications, and skills before committing to a salary range.
  • It shows potential hires that you are flexible regarding salary negotiations.
  • You get to reward candidates that have additional experience beyond the minimum requirements for the job.
Cons
  • A clear indication of your salary range would be more useful to applicants. A 2023 Society for Human Resource Management study* showed that 82% of U.S. workers are more likely to consider applying to a job post if the salary range was provided.
  • Some job seekers may avoid applying because they assume it is not worthwhile.
  • May waste time as it attracts job seekers who are not interested in your salary range.
  • Could attract inflexible candidates instead of those that are eager to learn.
  • Could show that you don't know what you are looking for.
  • Unsuitable for job ads in small companies, especially if you have only one position to fill.

Go in-depth into employee pay with this employee compensation plan. Also, learn more about OTE or on-target earnings compensation.

*"New SHRM Research Shows Pay Transparency Makes Organizations More Competitive, Leads to Increase in Qualified Applicants."

FAQs:

What does salary commensurate with experience mean?

"Commensurate with experience" means the same as "depends on experience" (DOE).

What is DOE compensation?

DOE, or "depends on experience," typically reserves you the right to offer a salary based on a candidate's experience, which is one of the main reasons for omitting salary ranges in job ads.

What does Salary DOQ mean?

Salary DOQ stands for "depends on qualifications" and works similarly to "depends on experience" (DOE).

How do I establish a "depends on experience" (DOE) salary range for my job posting?

Search the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Employment Statistics database to access salary ranges for occupations by region, workplace, and more, or research salary surveys that are published by recruiting firms and professional organizations.

Also, research market rates for similar jobs on sites such as LinkedIn and Salary.com.

How do I use "depends on experience" (DOE) effectively in a job posting?

Add "depends on experience" (DOE) at the end of a job ad under the heading "Salary” or “Compensation." You can also disclose the salary range in the ad, which will prevent candidates who aren't interested in your range from applying.

How do I discuss pay range with job candidates?

  • Establish briefly during the screening interview what range they have in mind.
  • Let them know what you have in mind.
  • Have more detailed salary negotiations when you're ready to make an offer.
  • Make your best offer.
  • Try not to lose your perfect candidate due to small amounts.
  • Offer them employer-sponsored benefits if you can't meet their salary expectations.
  • Consider how valuable they are to your business.
  • Make a counteroffer or stand firm.
  • Know when to walk away.
  • Put the outcome in writing.

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