I am definitely adding "How large is your IT department" for future interviews. I've always had a file of questions to ask at interviews, and the worst jobs that I've had have been small shops of 1-4 people. I want some structure in my work environment, and if a shop is that small, it's not as likely to have the structure that I'm looking for.

One thing that I did not expect in my now previous job was that it was on an annually renewed contract. It was renewed the first year, not the second. Totally took me, my boss, co-workers, and former boss by surprise when they were told that I was in a temporary position. Kinda funny that the 'temporary' part wasn't mentioned in the hiring process, original or renewal contract, or at any other time.

One thing is certain: had I known it was a short-term contract, I would have negotiated for more money.