Pros
Great health stipends , leave benefits , health and dependent care accounts 401k/ 457, union represented . Overtime available for some positions. Usually friendly staff / co workers Steady work . Telework available to some staff Mileage reimbursement or fleet cars available when needed ( depending on department and. Job duties)
Cons
Each division within each county department has their own culture. Some places have time oriented work and micro managers . Others have a very relaxed view or invent their own HR policies .Things take a while to be approved due to budgetary issues or pre approval of public dollars. Promotions are usually in-house or management has someone in mind. Some clerical support go above and beyond while others barely do the minimum for the same pay. It’s getting harder to promote without a degree.
