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I suppose government work was considered secure at some point. But with all the antigovernment agitation it's not just insecure it can feel potentially dangerous. Even at the county level I get abuse from members of the public when they hear I work for the government. The one perk I'd like to have would be the respect of the public, but I fear that's gone for good.
What did anyone say about you “working for the government“ and why at this big grown age did you care?
I mean yeah those are the perks, but in this climate that could all be taken from you in one second if your team gets furloughed or something. I feel like I used to think government was the best place to be and now I'm not so sure. At least not with DOGE around.
I get why you’re feeling that way—it’s tough. Just know your work still matters, and you’re not alone.
Benefits. Those pesky things Congress is trying to vote away right now.
I’m Canadian, so I can’t fully relate, but I get how frustrating it must be to see Congress trying to cut benefits that people depend on. Everyone deserves security after all their hard work.
I feel like government workers are some of the last people who actually have a chance at a pension. Everyone I know who works for the government has some sort of pension, while everyone I know who doesn't work for the government only has their 401(k) and whatever they've invested personally.
Same! I see so many really great opportunities out there but the thought of losing my pension keeps me!
I don’t see it as a perk as much as I see it as a source of pride but I never served in the military and I see the work I do now as a way to give back to the country that I love so much.
I love you're response! What a great way to look at the work we do!
The benefits of being in a rock solid union are strong. But I have to say the perks and benefits I care most about are the retirement saving/pension. Those cannot be matched in any private sector job I’ve ever heard of.
The option to carry health insurance into retirement. This is a perk many people either do not know about or do not discuss much.
Not all government jobs get this. In my state only state patrol and corrections get this. The rest of us get NO retirement health care but Medicaid at 65.
I need the health care. We no longer have Cadillac plans, our plans are the same as most large employers. I pay around 10,000 out of pocket for my health care. Job security is the best perk for me. I'll die at my desk and will never see a penny of pension. My husband earns alot more in the private sector, we both have masters level educations. But he's ben outsourced several times.
Wow that's wild! Thanks for sharing I did not know that!
For me it was a pension. I have retired at 52. Now I have six Saturdays and one Sunday. Might change as I look for something part-time. That is why I have an account on here.
Congratulations 🎉 hope you get to continuing enjoying the fruits of your labour!
The benefits are more of a necessity due to it being a stressor from corrupt management. At FEMA you will use benefits frequently and die early. It's great, that the agency is being exposed and obliterated by Trump administration!!
💯 agree!