How is that my problem?
You reached out to ME on linked in, YOU asked ME to apply and talk about this position.
To save time, I clarified my requirements before accepting the interview they proposed: permanent position, fully remote, and my required salary range specifically on a w2.
They were down with permanent spot with benefits, down with fully remote, down with my time zone, but put on a pity party about how they are a nonprofit and cannot afford to me. Yet they want someone with x y and x certifications, my particular degree, and X years of experience.
It’s almost insulting that someone would expect a qualified, certified, educated, and experienced candidate to work for peanuts, all while the CEO of the nonprofit makes $300k+.
Oof.
Always tell the recruiter what your salary requirements are (and if you need fully remote if that’s your preference) BEFORE the first interview. I learned this the hard way after wasting a lot of time through interviews just to be cordial before talking about salary. Your time is valuable, it’s the only resource you can’t get more of.
I had a second round interview today that fit all my requirements, so no sweat off my back.