When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. Maintains awareness of all major competitors, current market conditions, financial positions and operating strategies to proactively anticipate, change and implement new programs, services or processes to insure the success of the Program.