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Anonymous
08/21/19 at 5PM UTC
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Opportunity at a Non-profit startup

I'm in a bit of a pickle. I'm underpaid and underutilized in my current position, and I've been looking within the large university where I currently work for a new job. I'm sure that I'll be able to get one at least one level above my current job, and increase my salary. However, a connection recently recommended me for a high-level job at a non-profit (employee #2). After speaking with the founder, I think we would work well together, and I find the position very intriguing. But the founder was up front about the fact that the job would offer no benefits, and that the salary definitely isn't up to local standards. If they were able to meet my current pay, plus the difference for the benefits I'd be losing (public transportation reimbursement, 401k matching, dental insurance), is it a bad idea to take a job like this? I'm 32, had my first child less than a year ago, and we're planning to have at least one more child. I don't want to shoot myself in the foot by going from one underpaid job to another, but I also want a job where I can actually use the skills that I have, and this would definitely offer that.

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RoseG
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08/31/19 at 5:58AM UTC
anonymous Mamis u definitely have to think short term base versus long term base that works beneficially how things will affect your pockets because its not just you, its your family too so things change where u have to think bigger and out the box. select the job with benefits because you are the voice for your babies and you shouldn't settle for anything less ..remember all because opportunity comes knocking doesn't mean that opportunity is the right one for you , like I stated before you should not have to settle for anything less than a reasonable deal. make sure things are clear in writing and explained because you just never know
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08/27/19 at 4:12PM UTC
I agree with Sara and Afo. I’ve worked for 5 different non-profits, three of which were start-ups. First of all, the designation, “Non-Profit” is a tax position, and nothing more. While many non-profits ARE just starting out and they’re scrambling for funds, many have lots of funding and use the Non-Profit as a tax decision. The NRA and College Board are two examples. Second, be very wary of forgoing the benefits that you deserve, based on someone else’s dream. If you are a younger worker, you might have time to make up a salary loss. Or maybe not. You might say to the non-profit that you’re willing to consult or do contract work for them by the hour (at a higher rate) while you continue at your FT job w benefits.
Afo Ogbeyalu Kalu
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08/24/19 at 3:39PM UTC
I agree with Sara. Non- profit funding is typically dependant on grants and charitable giving, and I've dealt with a number of clients who were laid off when the funding sources dried up. If the org in question was well- established, or you were younger, or didn't have young children, I would have encouraged you to consider the position to diversify and build your experience. However, given all that you posted, I suggest you continue looking.
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08/21/19 at 7:28PM UTC
Personally, I'd keep looking. I understand that nonprofits are often stretched for cash and providing benefits is expensive, but I find myself resenting companies who don't provide any sort of protection for their employees. Unless 1) this is a position you are PASSIONATE about and 2) the organization can substantially exceed your salary requirement (which doesn't seem likely if they don't provide benefits), pass.

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