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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am in the process of negotiating terms for a new job. When I spoke to the prospective MB she said with their holiday and vacation schedules there will be 4 weeks during the year where they will not need me. She proposed only paying for two of those but I am going to say that isn't an option for me. I still have bills to pay and it's not my fault they are taking 4 weeks of vacation.

My question is, is it unreasonable for me to ask for 5 additional days of PTO? If I get sick a day or two during the year I don't want to take it off without pay just because there are 4 weeks they don't need me. Also, there may be a time when I'd like to take a day or two off of my choosing. Yes, 4 weeks off is great, but it doesn't seem fair that none of it is at my choosing.

I am spoiled with the job I have now. I've never taken a sick day or vacation day without pay. I'm also incredibly flexible with them so it's a mutual respect thing. Neither of us takes advantage of the other. [/quote]

It doesn't sound like the job for you, and I don't blame you. Their vacation is not your vacation. You could negotiate a PTO arrangement where you get 10 days, half at their choice, but anything beyond that is just a matter of guaranteed hours. It's not a competitive package to give 2 weeks vacation at employers choosing and 2 weeks unpaid. [/quote]

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