Which job would you take?

I originally posted this poll in the Job Seekers forum but think it would be better suited here since I feel more of my peers are in this forum room. :hugegrin:. Please pick a poll choice and feel free to offer your reason why. Thanks

Ok I have two Flash Web Development job options that I am on the fence about. + signs are for things I like about it over the other job. ? signs mean I am waiting to know more about it through their HR department.

Job #1:

  • 70K (contract w/ possibility to renew)
  • little growth
  • out of pocket health insurance $32.60/wk, $100 deductible, $15 co-pay, $20K/yr cap
  • " dental $8.41/wk, $1500/yr cap
  • vision (discounts bundled w/ dental)
  • no life insurance
  • 401k (no matching)
  • no chance of relocation after being with the company for a while
  • no travel involved
  • no telecommute
  • no paid vacation
  • great location & weather
  • great local & housing options (ie. on the beach)
  • lots of outdoor activity areas in vicinity
  • new place
  • like the work of Job #2 more than this. (ammended)
  • poor public transportation infrastructure
  • SW USA

Job #2:

  • 45K (perm)
  • growth both in duties and salary
  • 100% health
  • 100% dental
  • 100% vision
  • 100% life
  • 401k (no matching)
  • light travel involved
  • telecommute
  • 3 weeks vacation
  • location is very seasonal
  • not many great housing locations
  • some outdoor activity areas in vicinity
  • been here for 5 years
  • like work that I would be performing
  • great public transportation infrastructure
  • NE USA