I have worked in municipal government for almost 17 years. I love what I do as an Inspector, but the environment is toxic, and administration horrible. I have an opportunity to go into the private sector side, as well a second interview for another municipality doing same job. Private sector job will pay 35,000 more but will be 3 hrs away my husband is in law enforcement and can’t leave due to his position. Concerns are: private sector and when recession hits, it’s construction, away from hubby

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3 hours is a lot. I’m not too sure the 35k would be worth it to me. However, leaving a toxic environment is and hopefully the other job will work out or there will be others that are worth it.

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Thank you we thought the same, especially the climate of things going on.

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Have you considered municipal consulting? It would be a way into the private sector using your years of experience and love for what you do with a change in environment & potential for remote work.

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No I haven’t, never heard of municipal consulting honestly. I will look into that, great idea! Thank you!

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Have you considered another agency? That prevents you from having to be 3 hours away. Moving to another agency may give you a raise without having to sacrifice distance. If it’s toxic and not working well, and you’ve been there for 17 years, ide say it’s worth considering looking elsewhere. Private sector also may mean giving up benefits like health care and pension. 35K may not really be 35K when you have to pay for your own benefits. Unless private sector job you’re considering provides that for you.

Construction for the next few years will be looking good due to the infrastructure bill so I think the outlook for private sector is pretty good, but I recommend always thinking long term.

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Great advise, and yes I have. I actually since my post have a second interview for another public sector job next week. When we weighed the Pros vs Cons we agree to stay close to home, and see about other public sector jobs to stay in same retirement system. Thank you!!

Anyone have any thoughts?

Seek for a higher role in public service. Have you considered working with the provincial government? Being not too far from home is one of the elements that contributes to work life balance

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