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I think you can professionally say something like, I didn't see a range listed on the job posting and in the interest of making this a worthwhile use of all of our time, I was wondering what the salary range for the position will be? That's honest and direct and helps them see you just want what's best for everyone.
I have asked: "What is the budget for this position?". Put it back on them to give a value.
Do your homework beforehand to find out what the average range is. To ask, something like you want to make sure there is alignment, and wonder if you could share the budgeted range for the role? Ideally, I let them bring it up first, but that doesn’t always happen.
OK, let's get one thing straight: You are supposed to be paid for work you do. You are not greedy for wanting that.
NOW... they are typically going to ask you a question like, "what kind of salary are you seeking?"
What do you need to do is the research ahead of time.
If the job does not show a pay range, do the research for what customer service representatives are paid in your area.
Based on that information, answer with something like:
"I'm aware of salary data in my area. I was thinking maybe between (this range). I am negotiable."
And listen to what they say to you!!!!
You see at the very start of the interview process, all that screening person is doing is taking notes. They are wondering if they should pass you along. If you are discussing the dollar amount and telling them you are negotiable or that money is not a disqualifier for you, they will take note of that and more than likely see you as someone who won't be in pain in the butt to work with.
Asking very directly what the range is for a position is completely valid. You’re not interviewing for a volunteer position. The pay is actually the only thing that matters. They’re going to ask you very specific questions to determine if they should pay you at all. You don’t need to be shy about asking how they plan to compensate you.
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I frame it as wanting there to be alignment in what we are looking for and ask along with location and wfh questions