I know that everyone is probably facing the same problem with this thriving economy and all (note tone of sarcasm)....however I'm facing a pretty serious issue.
This fall as many know I packed my things and moved half way across the country to wonderful Madison WI. I accepted a position as a receptionist/administrative assistant for a real estate development firm. They also asked that I do minor HR data entry for them.
Well as time moved on I quickly accepted the role of HR manager and then also took on the role of Payroll manager as well. However with the increased job duties and responsibilities I did not receive a raise.
About two weeks ago I received a "raise" technically the company moved me from hourly to salary and only offered a 40 cent raise.
I am rather upset and feel a little taken advantage of. I have done research as a great friend has suggested, and will be bringing these issues up to my vice president.
In my research I found that a clerk (which is less responsible for all that I am responsible for) is paid 35K. I do not understand how some companies continue to underpay their workers.
I wouldn't have an issue with this as I know that my degree and background is not in the area in which I am working now....however I was thrown into the deep end and have come out doing the back stroke with ease. I have learned many things quickly and continue to improve numerous aspects of our company. The other issue that pushes my buttons is that we seem to be overpaying those whom don't work as much as those of us who are working overtime constantly.
If anyone has any suggestions on the best way possible to verbalize my request for at least minimal compensation for the job that I am doing that would be great.
~J
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Didn't know they put you on salary too. The $.40 raise is not a raise when you consider the fact that you'll be expected to work more than 40 hours a week, but no longer get overtime pay for it. $.40 x 40 hours is $16.00 so if you work more than an hour overtime, you'll be making less money per hour than you were on hourly. You NEED to ask for a fair raise. You might also want to add this job to your resume and start looking for a better job. I'm just sayin'...
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