A recruiter from my old place of employment is reaching out to me through text and email repeatedly. I left on great terms there, so I know they'd take me back. However, I want to negotiate my salary. I don't really care if they say no, as I plan on requesting much more than their base pay and I already have a job I like. I just want to give myself the best chance at them saying yes. I would only accept the position at an hourly pay of $25/ up. How does this sound:
Hi [recruiter]! I'm sorry, I've been having exams so I've not been checking my phone consistently.
I loved working at [Facility], and am definitely interested in returning part-time with .2 FTE working every other Saturday and Sunday. I found the work really rewarding and I think highly of [Facility] as a facility.
I will be graduating this spring with a degree in Psychology and a degree in Neurobiology from [top 25 school]. Come summer, I will begin my Master's in Public Health at [same school].
I know this position's hourly wage starts at $17/ hour. I currently earn $30/ hour, and due to student loans/rent/cost of living, I cannot afford to earn $17/ hour. I have 2 years of CNA experience and would be willing to pick up extra responsibilities for a higher wage, closer to what I am earning now.
Please let me know if you are willing to negotiate and I'm happy to schedule a phone call, zoom, or in person chat!