This is mainly for my benefit, but if anyone has some advice I’d be happy to hear it.

 

Our company provides administrative support for a government waiver program, & recently the state has opted to take over that role. We have the option of going with the state, & thus continuing to do what we’re doing, or leaving to “explore other career opportunities” as it’s called around here. Essentially, I have to get a new job, whether it be with the state or with someone else. There are definite good & bad points for staying, and for going for that matter. And since I work better with things spelled out in black and white, I’m trying to objectively list the pros/cons for staying here.

 

Pro:

I wouldn’t have to pack up & move

Continue working w/ people I know & like

Same pay as what I’m making now (& actually a little higher)

Great benefits, + pension, + retirement fund

Won’t have to look for another job

Training available

Access to other government agencies

 

Con:

Could make more working in private sector

Current pay is better, but raises are rare

Do I really want to work for them for 30 years?

Could use this opportunity to explore other careers

Get away from the politics