Well I’ve signed a permanent part time position and started today yet been asked to do full time for 2 weeks!

5 Comments

1. AmyAugust 1,2022 at 3:38PM UTC

   If you signed something, than you have every right to say that you are unable to commit to fulltime, even for two weeks. You can add that if given enough notice you may be able to cover in the future (if that is something you want to do, if not don't mention it). Let them know asap.

2. Megan LeasherAugust 1,2022 at 4:03PM UTC

   I support this. Bad surprise, let them know right away.

3. Amanda BurtAugust 1,2022 at 4:08PM UTC

   Bait & switch.
   Tell them that is not what you were hired for. This is the classic-- its just for now--its a technique designed to see how far you will bend.

4. Audrey KirschAugust 1,2022 at 4:48PM UTC

   If it's for training purposes, suck it up and get it done. Just make sure to make it clear that once the 2 weeks are up, you will need to go to part-time per your agreement. There is a reason that you want to work part-time. Make sure they understand that.

5. AnonymousAugust 1,2022 at 9:37PM UTC

   1) Speak up and get clarification.
   Ask them the 2 weeks for training specifically to get you up to speed? If so, I would say tolerate it for now, since it is temporary. But that should have been clearly articulated and well defined prior to your start date. Set up an immediate meeting. Get clarification if there is any other unforeseen training, you need plenty of notice. If they need you beyond part time, you should ask yourself, are you willing to do full time on special occasions as long as you get 2-3weeks notice? If you are willing to compromise on that, say just that. Or if absolutely not, make the boundaries clear. And tell them you have other activities and commitments that will not allow you to work beyond a part time schedule.

   2) Make sure you are getting paid every penny beyond part time, you certainly did not sign up to work for free