... - Program Assistant City Year Employee Review

3.0
May 14, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

very idealistic environment. will meet great people along the way.

Cons

high pressure environment, constant struggle for funding. if you are in a department where your leadership is stable, you'll be in good shape. however, if you are in a department where your leadership is less than effective or respected by the executive office, then things will be challenging. by they way, they love that word - "challenge". its an unspoken rule that no one is allowed to use the word "problem" there. they have a very strong organizational culture that can be overbearing sometimes. if you dont like doing a team break (like a sports team) after every meeting, then this isn't the place for you.

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5.0
Apr 13, 2026
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Pros

Well-organized/structured Transportation, healthcare, and AmeriCorps benefits Lots of teambuilding

Cons

Long days Uniforms A lot of professional development

3.0
Jul 15, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

connecting with the students will be one of the most rewarding takeways.

Cons

- lack of admin initiative, at times it feels we are being criticized for our job when we get paid crumbs (11$ and hour after tax, california).

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