Stability, work-life balance, and personal autonomy.
Kontras
Archaic way of doing business, lack of innovation, failure to embrace change, no flexibility, low wages, no tuition reimbursement, lack of professional development opportunities.
* most executives and office chief leaderships are supportive and easy to talk to.
* great diversity in the workplace, with many people from varying background being represented and promoted.
* great work-life balance if you're a specialist.
Kontras
* some senior branch chiefs end up working on weekends.
* not specific to department, but state workers keep getting their raises cut.