Re: --Equal Pay--

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On 6/04/07, Jo Bobby wrote:
> I have been working in my current position for about 4.5
> years. A woman without any experience has recently been
> promoted to the same position. Our positions are now on
the
> same paygrade. Prior to her promotion, she was one
paygrade
> below me but she had topped out on it. We are now on the
> same paygrade. However, without any experience in the
> position that she is in now, she makes about $10,000 more
> per year than I do. Does this fall under the Equal Pay
Act?

You dont say whether or not you are a public or private
sector employee. Your ability to challenge discrimination
at first impression is greatly curtailed when you are not a
government employee.

Having said that, there are many reasons why she is paid
what she is paid. Mainly, the ability to sell ones self in
the interview. Confidence, appearance, and negotiating
skills go a long way. Best of luck to you