Congratulations! Let’s say after several months, much preparation and hard work you have received a job offer. You’ve invested a lot of time and effort to get to this point and now it is time to evaluate the position and company. This is an important decision and one that you will want to take your time in thinking through. As you evaluate this opportunity, here are several factors to consider:

• Reputation of the company
• Corporate culture
• Work/Life balance
• The work itself (in terms of interest, challenge, etc.)
• Promotability
• Quality of community (life, schools, safety, etc.)
• Salary
• Relocation expenses
• Dependent care
• Overtime/Comp. time policies
• Professional memberships
• Bonus/Raise policies
• Vacation time
• Paid holidays Sick/Personal days
• Work hours, including flex-time
• Telecommuting options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Profit sharing
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parking, commuting, expense reimbursement