What are your salary expectations?

"I am looking first and foremost for a job that can provide me with professional and personal growth. Salary is a secondary consideration for me. I do, however, recall the job posting stating the salary range was 35,000 to 60,000, depending on education and experience. This lines up with what I found when I researched the average Benefits Specialist salary in Indiana. I feel my SHRM-CP certification and five years of experience qualify me for the upper end of the range and I would be comfortable accepting a salary of around 50,000."

Salary expectations are an important conversation to have and now is the time to openly share your desired rate. Be open and honest, but have research to support the number or range you provide. Do some research ahead of time to determine the average salary or the salary range for this position in the area you live. Choose the salary you share with the interviewer based on the information you find and your level of education and experience.