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[CigarGuy87]

Man, this day is going to DRAG!

Don't have much left to do here, just putting in the hours.  Just got officially offered the paid position at the government site, though it's still only part time for now.  Next step, full time and leaving the advertising world behind, hopefully!

Congrats!  Will they do a 60day review or something similar with a full time offer?

I basically have to get "in the system" this way, first, to be eligible for full time positions that are only open to current county employees at the moment.  Kinda hoping it works out to be a short cut instead of waiting for the positions to open up to the public. It's government, so they have to go through a fairly extensive and "fair" interview process when opening things up to the public.  The department I'm in was willing to jump around those loopholes for the part time position since they were technically allowed to avoid the more lengthy hiring process by doing it this way.

I don't even know if that makes sense.  Government is confusing.

No, that makes total sense.  It's so much easier for them do commit to PT, even if it's a few weeks, for the fear that if it doesn't turn out it's a lot less energy on their part...and with gubment that's probably a lot of shit. 
My sister just did a similar thing in WA for her nursing job-hired her on for 3mo as PT, work 40hr weeks, after 2mo then just brought her on full time once they all realized they liked her and realized she fit in well there.  Job was posted and everything, but way simpler since it was for internals only.

Yeah, sounds almost exactly the same.  Before they fully commit, which is a fairly large commitment considering the fairly extensive government benefits package, they need to see that you can truly do the work.  I'm not even authorized to do certain things, as low level as they may be, since I haven't officially been on payroll there.

Yeah the Gubment benefits sound unreal...very tempting for when I have kids and won't want to work 50-55hr weeks, every week of the year.

Yeah, that's another "perk".  Goverment workers really are not paid that much (until you get to management levels, anyway) relative to what a similar job would pay in the private sector.  Long term benefits, though, are great, as is the 'quality of life'.  There will always be some added work hours but generally speaking, a 40 hour work week is the norm.  And when you're off work, you're OFF.

40 hours week and like 12 holidays a year...sign me up!  But like you said, mediocre pay until you hit the mgmt ranks.

[jswaykos]

OK, I'm outta here.  Think I'll go grab one of those Imperial Biscotti Breaks after all, treat myself.  Enjoy the rest of the day, all.

[CigarGuy87]

OK, I'm outta here.  Think I'll go grab one of those Imperial Biscotti Breaks after all, treat myself.  Enjoy the rest of the day, all.

Get the 'Cherry on Top' one, but either is a good choice   Have a good night Joe!

[A Friend of Charlie]

Man, this day is going to DRAG!

Don't have much left to do here, just putting in the hours.  Just got officially offered the paid position at the government site, though it's still only part time for now.  Next step, full time and leaving the advertising world behind, hopefully!

Congrats!  Will they do a 60day review or something similar with a full time offer?

I basically have to get "in the system" this way, first, to be eligible for full time positions that are only open to current county employees at the moment.  Kinda hoping it works out to be a short cut instead of waiting for the positions to open up to the public. It's government, so they have to go through a fairly extensive and "fair" interview process when opening things up to the public.  The department I'm in was willing to jump around those loopholes for the part time position since they were technically allowed to avoid the more lengthy hiring process by doing it this way.

I don't even know if that makes sense.  Government is confusing.

No, that makes total sense.  It's so much easier for them do commit to PT, even if it's a few weeks, for the fear that if it doesn't turn out it's a lot less energy on their part...and with gubment that's probably a lot of shit. 
My sister just did a similar thing in WA for her nursing job-hired her on for 3mo as PT, work 40hr weeks, after 2mo then just brought her on full time once they all realized they liked her and realized she fit in well there.  Job was posted and everything, but way simpler since it was for internals only.

Yeah, sounds almost exactly the same.  Before they fully commit, which is a fairly large commitment considering the fairly extensive government benefits package, they need to see that you can truly do the work.  I'm not even authorized to do certain things, as low level as they may be, since I haven't officially been on payroll there.

Yeah the Gubment benefits sound unreal...very tempting for when I have kids and won't want to work 50-55hr weeks, every week of the year.

Yeah, that's another "perk".  Goverment workers really are not paid that much (until you get to management levels, anyway) relative to what a similar job would pay in the private sector.  Long term benefits, though, are great, as is the 'quality of life'.  There will always be some added work hours but generally speaking, a 40 hour work week is the norm.  And when you're off work, you're OFF.

That sounds nice.  That's the one sector I never worked in.  I'm considering it.

[A Friend of Charlie]

OK, I'm outta here.  Think I'll go grab one of those Imperial Biscotti Breaks after all, treat myself.  Enjoy the rest of the day, all.

I hope it wasn't something I said. 

[CigarGuy87]

OK, I'm outta here.  Think I'll go grab one of those Imperial Biscotti Breaks after all, treat myself.  Enjoy the rest of the day, all.

I hope it wasn't something I said. 

Tony, fuck...ya scared em away again!

[A Friend of Charlie]

OK, I'm outta here.  Think I'll go grab one of those Imperial Biscotti Breaks after all, treat myself.  Enjoy the rest of the day, all.

I hope it wasn't something I said. 

Tony, fuck...ya scared em away again!

Was it my avvy?  You think he's a homophobe?

[CigarGuy87]

OK, I'm outta here.  Think I'll go grab one of those Imperial Biscotti Breaks after all, treat myself.  Enjoy the rest of the day, all.

I hope it wasn't something I said. 

Tony, fuck...ya scared em away again!

Was it my avvy?  You think he's a homophobe?

Just cause he's gubment doesn't make him a homophobe.

[A Friend of Charlie]

OK, I'm outta here.  Think I'll go grab one of those Imperial Biscotti Breaks after all, treat myself.  Enjoy the rest of the day, all.

I hope it wasn't something I said. 

Tony, fuck...ya scared em away again!

Was it my avvy?  You think he's a homophobe?

Just cause he's gubment doesn't make him a homophobe.

Then why'd he leave?  I even showered today.

[A Friend of Charlie]

By the way, I enjoyed the shit out of my LHC churchie on the way in this morning.  Hit traffic but didn't mind at all.

[A Friend of Charlie]

Thinking of going with LHCOF beli for the ride home.  Not sure what else I have with me.

[A Friend of Charlie]

Thinking of going with LHCOF beli for the ride home.  Not sure what else I have with me.

Just figured I'd make it an all AJF day in honor of Joe.

[A Friend of Charlie]

Thinking of going with LHCOF beli for the ride home.  Not sure what else I have with me.

Just figured I'd make it an all AJF day in honor of Joe.

I might even have a Ruination with me.

[razgueado]

OK, I'm outta here.  Think I'll go grab one of those Imperial Biscotti Breaks after all, treat myself.  Enjoy the rest of the day, all.

I hope it wasn't something I said. 

Tony, fuck...ya scared em away again!

Was it my avvy?  You think he's a homophobe?

Just cause he's gubment doesn't make him a homophobe.

Quite the opposite.  No one quicker to anal-assault you than the government.

[A Friend of Charlie]

OK, I'm outta here.  Think I'll go grab one of those Imperial Biscotti Breaks after all, treat myself.  Enjoy the rest of the day, all.

I hope it wasn't something I said. 

Tony, fuck...ya scared em away again!

Was it my avvy?  You think he's a homophobe?

Just cause he's gubment doesn't make him a homophobe.

Quite the opposite.  No one quicker to anal-assault you than the government.

LOL.  It's gonna happen anyway so just as long as they use the expensive lube.  Hi Bret.